Ram ProMaster Preventative Maintenance

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[@rexwalrath6340]

Thank you very much.This information is very valuable to me.My van is set up with a wheelchair lift.I don't want to be left stranded.Thanks again.

[@stevesugulas9941]

Great video and information/ On my second ProMaster, had trans service, replaced pan with Dorman with drain plug; filter and ATF 4 fluid. At intervals can replace 5.5 qts; 2 more times and almost change fluid including in torque converter. Yes, it will be mixed fluid; drain plug pan worth the $50. Trans dipstick can be made with oil stick, slight notches at 10mm and 40mm for cold and hot fluid level with good in middle area. Thank you from Texas

[@ExpediteTravels]

Thanks Steve I am tempted to get the doorman‘s transmission pan so I can change the fluid myself but mostly I just send it to a shop in town about a 10 minute walk from my house that way if the van needs anything mechanically, they will tell me and I’ll just fix it

[@JodySoul]

I'm getting my 2014 Ram Promaster 2500 136wb tomorrow, I have taken notes and I will apply your guidance to my van. I highly appreciate your experience and knowledge. Much appreciated!

[@GinaKayLandis]

Just got my 136wb Promaster 1500, so this is perfect info to help out my van that's got some big miles on it. Really appreciate it!!

[@ExpediteTravels]

You’re welcome glad I helped you out

[@williambianchi2006]

WTF would anyone thumbs down this video, or any of your others, for that matter? I've been learning a lot as I go through them and I appreciate that you took the time and effort to make them. I have young relatives who plan on living full time in their vans and expediting seems a really good job for them. As well, it might be a good job for me to cruise (pun intended) into retirement, as well, so I am learning about it.

[@border2beachwithchipleach63]

All good info! That belt change is an easily overlooked item. It will shut you right down when it breaks.

[@tvmojo]

Thanks! Mine's still fairly new, but already carrying spare fuses and other bits and pieces, so the advice is terrific.

[@ExpediteTravels]

Glad you found the video informative thanks for watching and taking the time to comment

[@adisilva3249]

Really good man thank you

[@stevie5215]

Thanks for the your infos!

[@ExpediteTravels]

You're welcome I'm glad you found the video informative thanks for watching

[@MyEmptyNestQuest]

Thanks for the tips. I just started driving a 3500.

[@ExpediteTravels]

You’re welcome how are you liking the van so far? Out of all of the vans I’ve driven Mercedes sprinter and a GMC single rear wheel cube van The ram pro master Hass to be the best balanced vehicle I’ve driven

[@MyEmptyNestQuest]

@@ExpediteTravels so far it is going good. The hills/mountains seem a little different on the transmission verses the Transit. Any tips on that?

[@ExpediteTravels]

Don’t let the engine rev up too high let the torc of the motors do transmission pull you up the hill . If you’re loaded over 1,000 LBS put it in towHaul mode it’ll save the transmission in the long haul it won’t be trying to shift to 6th gear to quickly

[@MyEmptyNestQuest]

@@ExpediteTravels thank you!

[@musicaflowerchild5540]

Thanks for the information. Lately, I keep getting the beep telling me that my slider door is open when it's not. And half the time I think that my van is locked after I click the lock on the key fob. I camped out in the van on the Feast of Tabernacles. My husband has arthritis, and didn't want to camp. He slept in the house. But he was always chiding me for not locking the van before I turned in for the night. He was always able to open the van the next morning for breakfast. But I did lock the van each time with the key fob. It just didn't lock when I clicked it. So there's that.

[@stevelandsberg6951]

... clean the contacts (electrical contacts) on the inside back of the door and it's opposing points on the van (3 little electrical contact plates)

[@tuomasholo]

This is very informative. Thanks!

[@ExpediteTravels]

Glad you enjoyed the video thanks for taking the time to comment and watch

[@ronrandall7118]

What Duncan's said in his 15 minute video is don't get screwed owning a Promaster; instead buy a Ford Transit. In Duncan's next video, you will see his Promaster towing a covered trailer. The trailer will contain an extra motor and transmission. Just teasing ya!! Good advice on carrying an extra belt, alternator, and starter. I seen some videos where expediters carry oil drain pan, filter, and oil to do oil change on the road during down time. I'm going to have to look at my 5 qt. oil jugs to see if it says full or 100% synthetic. To me full and 100% mean the same.

[@shahidshakir5315]

Informative. Thanks

[@williamdavis6400]

Great Info. Thanks Man.

[@VanLifeinVietNam]

Strong man!! 👍🔔 See you again 👍🔔

[@rtrouthouse1506]

Thank you very much

[@Bikerguy5845]

BREAKING NEWS!!!! GORILLA GLUE...NOT JUST FOR HAIR ANYMORE...Just patched my air mattress with it. Sprayed on the glue, covered with a strip of Gorilla tape covered with a baby wipe and plastic bag...time to go back to bed...oh yeah....great video man...keep it safe out there!!!

[@ExpediteTravels]

Awesome workmanship Norm go get some sleep 🛌

[@jeannehamilton6237]

Thank you.

[@djmer28]

Hey sir love your videos especially this one I just bought a ProMaster 3500 2022 and I also got the maintenance package so am I good to let the dealership do the oil change and the transmission pan drop or should I buy the oil that you're talking about and the transmission that you're talking about and getting an outside mechanic to do it?

[@ExpediteTravels]

Thanks for the kind words glad you’re enjoying the videos at the end of the day you have to do what’s best for you if you got the maintenance package just let the dealership do the oil changes and maintenance if there’s a problem will go under warranty

[@slindsay4784]

I bought the same…have you had any issues with sound of power steering?

[@ExpediteTravels]

Nope never had a problem

[@naturallife9931]

Thank you for all the good info! Just purchased PM3500 2016....engine light popped on! Code P0456...Where is the canister purge valve located? I’m going to try and change it myself! I will also be showing my daughter! I can’t find a video to show how on the Promaster.....thank you🥰

[@ExpediteTravels]

Congratulations on your new purchase I have no idea where the canister purge valve is I'm assuming somewhere near the gas tank should be an easy fix as long as the check engine light isn't flashing while you're driving you're good make sure you run a good synthetic oil 100% synthetic and go buy some motorkote stick 12 oz in the oil change the transmission fluid have them drop the pan change the filter and gasket put a new filter and gasket on the pan refill with new transmission fluid every 60,000 miles and do not idle the vehicle for a long time only let it warm up and cool down that's it

[@naturallife9931]

@@ExpediteTravels Thank you very much for your response! I am taking notes from your good advice!🥰

[@droneranger2041]

Everything was very informative and the only thing that sounded a little crazy was doing the serpentine belt every year?

[@ExpediteTravels]

You have to think if you’re doing 100,000 miles plus a year that’s one cheap thing To replace it’s cheaper to replace the serpentine belt in the police and have a breakdown with a load in the back of the van on the side of the highway the tow bill cost way more

[@ariotx]

good info thx

[@wayuncharted236]

Just the video I was looking for, had to sub instantly. Quick question, For the serpentine belt, just the belt or all the pulleys the belt runs on too every year? Would you mind linking to the kit you mentioned?

[@ExpediteTravels]

Hey I just seen your comment for some reason it was flagged wasn’t approved for my channel for some reason I would recommend doing the serpentine belt and all of the police at the same time do it all in one shot I believe you can get the kit from rock auto

[@TheAbdulaziz786]

Hey can you please make a video on how an average weeks looks like in expediting in a van

[@ExpediteTravels]

Sure thing

[@joeymyopic]

thnx for the info

[@ExpediteTravels]

You’re welcome thanks for watching

[@kennysmith1118]

Great video man! Where should I get the transmission fluid changed? I hate going to the dealership bc I'm paranoid they're gonna try and hustle me in some way

[@ExpediteTravels]

Go to a regular mechanic that has good Google reviews they’ll them NO FLUSH drop the pan and replace the filter and replace with a new one a new transmission pan gasket and 6 quarts of transmission oil 😎

[@slindsay4784]

@@ExpediteTravels curious as I’m not too mechanical but why are you so adamant about not the flush? Have you had a bad experience or is it just not as through as what you suggest? Thanks!

[@ExpediteTravels]

From what I’ve been told by a transmission specialist somebody that’s been in the industry for 35 years never get your transmission flushed always drop the pan change the filter and fluid

[@droneranger2041]

A follow up question on the serpentine belt is related to how many miles the rig has too right?

[@ExpediteTravels]

Yes usually they start getting cracks from heat and wear and tear it’s just cheaper to fix it while you’re in a shop then fix it while you’re broke down on the side of the highway usually happens when you have freight in the vehicle

[@danielnation9123]

How many miles did you get out of your 1st alternator? Nice video thanks for the info

[@ExpediteTravels]

I think 100,000 miles it was the 180 amp not the 220 for some reason

[@VocalVirgo]

No one believes me when I tell them do not idle these engines. And as RV’s, if they come equipped with the second alternator, used as an “UHG“ (Under-Hood Generator), some of the manufacturers set the high idle feature for the purpose of running the UHG too low (under 1500 RPM) and the second stage oil pump doesn’t kick in. Some RV manufacturers found out the hard way, and of course as well as the RV owners. So, how many miles do you have on yours now?

[@ExpediteTravels]

Good advice I have 300,000 miles on it now

[@VocalVirgo]

@@ExpediteTravels No major issues? I know you are very on top of your maintenance and preventative maintenance.

[@ExpediteTravels]

I have replaced an alternator and two upper strut bearings the passenger side went bad so I replaced both other than that just routine maintenance

[@chrissimanella9672]

Hi Good tips, what fuel grade do you run 87or higher?

[@ExpediteTravels]

87 all the time I put 91 in it once in a blue moon

[@aaronhunt2060]

What do I look for in my engine light is on in my engine shaking a little bit it’s not running smooth as it was

[@ExpediteTravels]

Go get a code scanner and check what the engine code is all you probably need is a tuneup maybe new plugs or ignition coils

[@JDKingofthis]

What do you think the annual cost of Maintenance is for a RAM Promaster 3500

[@ExpediteTravels]

What are you going to be using it for the expedite business or a leisure vehicle?

[@JDKingofthis]

@@ExpediteTravels expediting

[@ExpediteTravels]

You’re going to have oil changes every 10,000 miles I recommend using 100% synthetic oil I use Amsoil signature series that’s good for 20,000 miles that’s up to you if you want to go that long, change your transmission fluid and filter every 60,000 miles make sure they drop the pan never do a flush. Also save money for upper strut bearings to be done. I believe I did mine around 160,000 miles. because one bearing went bad, so I changed both. Hopefully other than that that’s all you really need to do maintenance wise to it. Just remember, save during the good times for the bad times and for maintenance. The reason I’m not giving you a dollar amount is because everybody’s maintenance is different plus I live in Canada so the price will be a lot higher if I’m getting maintenance done in Canada.

[@JDKingofthis]

@@ExpediteTravels OK thanks I appreciate it

[@jorgecastellanosrealtor6418]

Which dispatch services do you use? I have 2 ford transit high roof vans in the Los Angeles area

[@ExpediteTravels]

I’m leased to a carrier and I’m from Canada 🍁

[@buddyp6708]

What was mileage When your alternator Dried? What is motor code? Which Amsoil do you use pacifically?

[@ExpediteTravels]

I believe I had around 90,000 miles but it was the 180 amp not the 220 and I was charging too deep cycle batteries 🔋 I can’t remember the motor code that was last summer The battery light came on. Now for Amsoil I run 5W 20 signature series the stuff that’s good for 25,000 miles I go 30,000 and change the oil filter every 10,000

[@GinaKayLandis]

I think he meant MotorKote Hyper Lubricant.

[@ExpediteTravels]

Correct

[@buddyp6708]

@@GinaKayLandis thanks

[@stacyhsign]

What if I already have gotten a flush do I just stop now will everything be okay?

[@ExpediteTravels]

As long as it’s shifting properly you should be fine next time you get the transmission serviced have them drop the pan change the filter put a new gasket and filter in it and top it up with transmission fluid you should do it every 60,000 miles

[@stacyhsign]

Well it was having issues before it got flushed it still does like a jerk every once in awhile so I'm going to go take it in for transmission work one way or another soon but right now it goes into gear and everything it doesn't ever not go into gear it never does the worst scenarios but the slippage kind of thing jerking is a issue every once in awhile

[@ExpediteTravels]

Oh ok

[@05fordvan]

I was just wondering how many miles do you have on your promaster now? And still no ticking from the valve train?

[@ExpediteTravels]

Right now I have 329,000 miles and I just got the pentastar tick

[@05fordvan]

@@ExpediteTravels oh wow!! I remember with my 2015, I got the tick at 122,000 miles. Cost me $3200 to get fixed. Are you going to get yours done?

[@ExpediteTravels]

Yes I’m getting it fixed soon

[@05fordvan]

@@ExpediteTravels I hope you post a video about it.

[@ExpediteTravels]

I plan on it

[@auctionwheels]

What’s up

[@ExpediteTravels]

Hello 👋

[@100realtorah3]

People don't trust when up under the vehicle to change the transmission fluid 2000 pounds to make anybody a little nervous laugh out loud.

[@ExpediteTravels]

It’s OK if you have a hoist but most people don’t have that

[@PaDutchRunner]

Are you running 5W30?

[@ExpediteTravels]

No 5W20 as the owners manual states Plus these engines in the ram pro master have very tight clearances so you probably do not wanna run a thicker weight oil

[@PaDutchRunner]

@@ExpediteTravels ok, thanks. It was my understanding that most expediters were starting to use W30.

[@ExpediteTravels]

Maybe in the Ford transit I believe that takes 5W 30 oil but the ram pro master it says to take 5W 20 always look in the owners manual just to make sure you don’t want to put the wrong weight oil in these newer motors

[@PaDutchRunner]

@@ExpediteTravels Interesting. I appreciate your perspective. I believe the manual does indicate W30 as an option for the promaster. If you do a search, it seems like most heavy drivers are moving to W30 and that it effectively eliminates the “pentastar tick”

[@atx-cvpi_99]

Another thing is that never ever buy a diesel ProMaster.

[@Ferndale42]

Why not?

[@ExpediteTravels]

To many problems with the newer diesel engines any make plus you need a diesel specialist to work on the diesel ProMaster