2003 Dodge and Ram ViperFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications: Capacities

FLUID CAPACITIES

Application (1) Quantity
Cooling System (2) 16.0 Qts. (15.1L)
Crankcase (Includes Filter) (3) 11.0 Qts. (10.4L)
Manual Transaxle (4) 4.0 Qts. (3.8L)
Differential (5) (6) 45 Ozs. (1.4L)
Power Steering Fluid (7) (8)
(1) Approximate quantity listed.
(2) The quantity, may or may not include heater and coolant recovery tank, information was not provided by the manufacturer. Use Mopar(R) (MS-9769) or equivalent Antifreeze/Coolant.
(3) Use an API energy conserving engine oil that is certified for gasoline engines. Use 5W-30 or 10W-30.
(4) Use Tremec T-56 - Mopar(R) Synthetic 75W85 Manual Transmission Lubricant.
(5) Use Mopar(R) 75W-140 synthetic gear axle lubricant.
(6) Includes 4 ounces (.1L) of Mopar(R) limited slip additive.
(7) Use only Mopar(R) power steering fluid MS 5931. DO NOT use automatic transmission fluid.
(8) Information not provided by the manufacturer.
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