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1996 RAM 3500
5.9L I6 Cummins•4WD•diesel•6BT•turbo
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Fluid · Coolant

Coolant

for 1996 Ram 3500 5.9L I6 Cummins · 4WD
Fluid Type
Ethylene glycol 50/50 green
Spec: MS-7170
Capacity
28qt
26.49 L
Drain & Refill
24 qt
22.7 L
Change Interval
30,000 mi
48,270 km

Notes

Traditional green coolant. Cummins engine requires proper coolant additives

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