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--- rv:ram_promaster [2017/12/02 06:29]
frater_secessus [Ram Promaster]
+++ rv:ram_promaster [2019/06/17 08:35]
frater_secessus [known issues]
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 ===== known issues =====
-Most issues were rectified after 2014.
+Many issues were rectified after 2014.
-Squealing brakes((http://www.promasterforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=54593)).
+  * 2014 - Squealing brakes((http://www.promasterforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=54593)).
+  * 2014 - parking brakes sticking in freezing temperatures
+  * Headlight failures, possibly from heat in the headlight assembly.
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   * oil
-    * 3.6L gas - must meet Mopar MS 6395 or ((http://www.promasterforum.com/forum/showpost.php?p=187529&postcount=20)) or Fiat9.55535-CR1((http://www.promasterforum.com/forum/showpost.php?p=202082&postcount=2))
+    * 3.6L gas - 5w20.  must meet Mopar MS 6395 or ((http://www.promasterforum.com/forum/showpost.php?p=187529&postcount=20)) or Fiat9.55535-CR1((http://www.promasterforum.com/forum/showpost.php?p=202082&postcount=2))
+        * [[http://amzn.to/2sDBPix|Castrol Edge synthetic]]
+        * [[http://amzn.to/2Hvt7Gr|Castrol Edge extended performance synthetic]]
+        * [[http://amzn.to/2BEJtfu|Pennzoil Platinum]]
+        * [[http://amzn.to/2Caoy52|Pennzoil Ultra Platinum]]
+        * [[http://amzn.to/2BHk1WO|Quaker State Advanced Durability]]
     * 3.0L diesel - must meet Fiat 9.55535-S1((((http://www.promasterforum.com/forum/showpost.php?p=202082&postcount=2))))
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 ===== 62TE transmission =====
-This 6-speed auto is used in gas models.  It uses ATF+4 and/or Chrysler MS-9602 spec fluid.((https://www.allpar.com/forums/threads/62te-problem.157606/page-2#post-1084785175))
+This 6-speed auto is used in gas models.  It uses ATF+4 and/or Chrysler MS-9602 spec fluid.((https://www.allpar.com/forums/threads/62te-problem.157606/page-2#post-1084785175))  \\
+Note:  the trans technically has 7 forward speeds but [[https://encrypted.google.com/search?hl=en&q=62te%204th%20gear%20prime|4th prime]] is only used during downshifts.
 One rebuilder recommends full trans service (with synthetic) every 25k miles.((http://etereman.com/blog/vw-transmission/single-tips-62te-transmission-vw-routan-running))  Frequent service and correct fluids appear to be critical:
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 ===== solar fitment =====
 [[http://www.promasterforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=57082|{{ https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2874/32381778274_fc2f267932_b.jpg?300|RW and VJ's 159" with 810w of solar}}]]
-The PM roof is quite wide at the top and larger, high-voltage residential panels can be mounted.  If large panels are fitted across the whole width taller z-bracket or spacers may be need to allow for the PM's roof curve.((http://www.promasterforum.com/forum/showpost.php?p=401154&postcount=43))
+The PM roof is quite wide at the top and larger, [[electrical:solar:panels#panel_voltage|higher-voltage residential/commercial panels]] can be mounted.  If large panels are fitted across the whole width taller z-bracket or spacers may be need to allow for the PM's roof curve.((http://www.promasterforum.com/forum/showpost.php?p=401154&postcount=43))
 The roof of the 136" PM can fit 600w (2x300w) with sufficient room for a roof vent.

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