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Cooling System Specifications

COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Coolant Replacement Interval 45,000 Miles Or 36 Months
Coolant Capacity (1)
FWD Vans
2.4L (2) 11.2 Qts. (10.6L)
3.0L (2) 13.0 Qts. (12.3L)
3.3L & 3.8L (2) 13.2 Qts. (12.5L)
Dakota
2.5L 9.8 Qts. (9.3L)
3.9L 14.0 Qts. (13.2L)
5.2L 14.3 Qts. (13.5L)
Ram Pickup
3.9L, 5.2L & 5.9L (Gas) 20.0 Qts. (18.9L)
5.9L (Diesel)
1996 28.0 Qts. (26.5L)
1997 24.0 Qts. (22.7L)
8.0L 26.0 Qts. (24.6L)
Ram Van/Wagon
3.9L 14.5 Qts. (13.7L)
5.2L 16.5 Qts. (15.6L)
5.9L
With Rear Heater 16.0 Qts. (15.1L)
Without Rear Heater 15.0 Qts. (14.2L)
Pressure Cap 16 psi
Thermostat
Starts To Open 195°F (91°C)
Fully Opens 216°F (102°C)
(1) Capacities listed are approximate.
(2) Capacity includes heater and coolant recovery tank. Add 2 qts. (1.9L) for models equipped with rear heater.