2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Scheduled Maintenance

Take care of your Dodge Ram 1500 and it'll take care of you. With the right maintenance at the right time, you could hit 200,000 miles (or beyond!) in your Ram 1500. But how do you know what service to get and when? There's no need to guess when it's time to get Ram 1500 maintenance, and no need to wait until something goes wrong. Just follow your 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 maintenance schedule!

This recommended maintenance schedule is written by the auto manufacturer, Dodge themselves. Scheduled maintenance services can vary depending on driving conditions, climate, and other factors; however, recommended maintenance usually includes services like tire rotations, vital fluid checks/exchanges, filter changes, brake pad replacement, and oil changes. Scheduling routine service appointments is one of the best ways to help extend your Ram 1500's life, keep you safer on the road, and maybe even save you the headache of dealing with common 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 problems in the future.

Head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care in your 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 for factory-recommended routine maintenance and a skilled technician will start the appointment with a Courtesy Check. This Courtesy Check can establish a baseline of what may need to be addressed during your service appointment. During a Courtesy Check, we’ll always check your battery, then we’ll move on to inspect your Ram 1500’s head and tail lights, tires, fluid levels, alignment, and windshield wipers.

Could your 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 be ready for a new battery? If your current battery is more than three years old, it may be time for a replacement (batteries typically last somewhere between three and five years). Depending on the climate where you live and your habits while driving, your Ram 1500 may need a replacement battery sooner. Extremely hot or cold temperatures can take a toll on your Dodge Ram 1500 battery, and so can frequent short drives. It can be tempting to try and get as much life out of your battery as possible, but it’s smart to check it regularly and replace it before it gets too weak. If you keep driving on a battery that can't hold a charge, you run the risk of being stranded when your battery finally gives out (and no one can predict where that might be!). Your Dodge Ram 1500 won't be going anywhere without a strong battery.

Staying on schedule for battery replacements and motor oil changes can help your 2009 Dodge Ram 1500's engine run smoother. See Dodge's recommendations for oil change intervals for your 2009 Ram 1500 in the chart at the top of this page. Keep in mind that your oil change interval could be different given your driving style and climate. A Firestone Complete Auto Care technician will be happy to help you determine the best oil change frequency for your car’s needs. We can also answer any questions you have about what type of oil to use for your 2009 Dodge Ram 1500.

Routine upkeep for your Dodge Ram 1500 suspension and steering system can improve ride comfort and help you maintain control of your vehicle. Don’t let a misalignment or pulling steering wheel put you in danger. Bring your car to Firestone Complete Auto Care, where our technicians can check your car’s steering components and, if necessary, provide Dodge Ram 1500 steering and suspension services including wheel alignment, strut replacement, power steering fluid changes, ball joint lubrication, and wheel bearing replacement. To keep your car running at its best, it’s essential to have regular maintenance services on your Dodge Ram 1500's steering and suspension system.

Without routine Dodge Ram 1500 maintenance, you might find yourself with a hot mess on your hands – quite literally. A damaged A/C system is never fun, and an overheated engine can cause significant issues (like a total car breakdown!). We can help you with all those issues. Our technicians have the knowledge and tools to repair and maintain the heating and cooling systems for your Dodge Ram 1500’s engine, and we can service your A/C system, too. Need a new Dodge Ram 1500 radiator? We got it. Is your A/C blowing hot air? We’re on it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your one-stop shop for 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 maintenance and repairs.

Don’t wait until something goes wrong with your car. Visit your nearest location for proactive maintenance today.