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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Cooling Fans -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Cherokee & Dakota -> Dakota -> Fan Motor -> Fan Motor Circuit -> Using Diagnostic Readout Box (DRB) -> Using Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 8.0 V10 GAS

Fan Motor
Dakota

Disconnect wire connector from fan motor terminal, Fig. , then connect a 14 gauge jumper wire from battery to fan motor terminal. Replace fan motor if it does not operate normally.

Fan Motor Circuit
Cherokee & Dakota

These models are equipped with an engine controller which will detect and store a diagnostic trouble code for the cooling fan system. This information may be accessed by using a DRB diagnostic tool or the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL).

Using Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
  • Obtain MIL d...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> Dakota, Durango, Full Size Pickup & Van -> Precautions -> General Service Precautions
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 8.0 V10 GAS

General Service Precautions

Certain components of the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) are not intended to be serviced individually. Attempting to remove, separate or disconnect certain system components may result in personal injury and/or improper system operation. Service components only as directed.

Observe the following general precautions when servicing the system:

  • If any welding ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

DaimlerChrysler Corp./Jeep Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> D & W Series, Ramcharger, Ram Truck 1500-3500 & Trail Duster 1994-05 All & 1993 5.9L Gasoline Engine
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 8.0 V10 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

A...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> U-Joint with Injected Rings -> U-Joint with Snap Rings
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 5.9 L6 DIESEL

This procedure describes a propeller shaft equipped with a cardan joint in the tube yoke. For propeller shafts equipped with a companion/slip yoke, repeat the steps to remove the remaining cardan joint.

U-Joint with Snap Rings

Disassemble
  • Tap outside of bearing cap with a drift to loosen snap ring.
  • Remove snap rings from both sides of yoke.
  • Position yoke with grease fitting if equipped, pointing up.
  • Position a socket with a inside diameter large enough to receive bearing cap, beneath yoke on a press.
  • Place another socket with an outside diameter smaller than bearing cap on ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS

  • Remove battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Pull back protective rubber boot from solenoid battery terminal far enough to access and remove nut from positive cable harness connector eyelet.
  • Remove nut that secures positive cable to solenoid terminal, then remove positive cable.
  • Remove solenoid wire connecting ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Chrysler LLC Trucks -> Air Bag Indicator Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS

The air bag indicator lamp lights for 6-8 seconds each time the ignition is turned On. The lamp indicates a system self-test is being performed by the air bag co...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 8.0 V10 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp from water pump inlet tube.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from water pump inlet tube and from vehicle.
  • Reverse proc...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 8.0 V10 GAS

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Front Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup  5.9 L6 DIESELFront Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 5.9 L6 DIESEL

Components on diagram:
  • Headlamp
  • Radiator
  • ABS Wheel Speed Sensor
  • Left Airbag Sensor
  • Right Airbag Sensor
  • Top View Of Fuel Tank & Pump Module Diagram for 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup  5.9 L6 DIESELTop View Of Fuel Tank & Pump Module Diagram for 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 5.9 L6 DIESEL

    Components on diagram:
  • Auxiliary Fuel Supply Fitting
  • Fuel Supply Connection
  • Plastic Locknut
  • Pump/Gauge Elec. Connection
  • Rubber Grommet
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup  5.9 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 5.9 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Speed Control/Horn Switch
  • Stop Lamp Switch
  • Powertrain Control Module
  • Vehicle Speed Control Servo
  • 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup  5.9 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 5.9 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Fuel Heater
  • Fuel Shut Down Solenoid
  • Engine Starter Motor
  • Fuel Heater Relay
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: RECALL - Mopar Value Line Catalytic Converters
    Vehicle: 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Emission Controls, Vacuum Hoses
  • Document: CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHOR INSTALLATION - REV
    Vehicle: 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1997 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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