Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM1983RAMPAGE L4-135 2.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSCAPACITY SPECIFICATIONSDIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLYSYSTEM SPECIFICATIONSDIFFERENTIAL
1983 Dodge and Ram Rampage L4-135 2.2L
Differential
1983 Dodge and Ram Rampage L4-135 2.2LSECTION Differential
Above 90°F (32°C), 140, 80W-140, 85W-140; above -10°F (-32°C 90 80W-90, 80W-140, 85W-140; below-10°F (-23°C), 75W, 80W, 75W-90, 80W-140
REAR: Standard GL-5
Anti-Spin, Limited-Slip, Powr-Loc, Sure-Grip, Trac-Loc 90 GL-5*
FRONT: 4 x 4 GL-5
CAPACITY, Refill:
Front: 4-wheel drive ex. Spicer 60F 1.7 Liters 3.5 Pints
Spicer 60F 3.1 Liters 6.5 Pints
Rear: Spicer 60, 50 HD 2.8 Liters 6.0 Pints
Spicer 70 3.1 Liters 6.5 Pints
Others 2.1 Liters 4.5 Pints
ANTI-SPIN, LIMITED-SLIP, POWER-LOC, SURE-GRIP OR TRAC-LOC IDENTIFICATION:
Lift both rear wheels off ground, turn one wheel & other will rotate in same direction
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.