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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Drive Belt Data -> Domestic Light Trucks & Vans -> 1998-2000
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.9 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Combination Valve Test -> Fixed Proportioning Valve Test -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve Test -> Master Cylinder/Power Booster Test -> Power Booster Check Valve Test -> Power Booster Vacuum Test -> Pressure Differential Switch -> PT Cruiser
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 GAS

Master Cylinder/Power Booster Test

  • Start engine and inspect booster vacuum hose connections for leaks.
  • Stop engine and shift transmission into neutral.
  • Pump brake pedal until all vacuum reserve in booster is depleted.
  • Press and hold brake pedal under light foot pressure. Pedal should hold firm. If it falls away master cylinder is faulty.
  • Start engine and note pedal action. Pedal should fall away slightly under light foot pressure, then hold firm.
  • If no pedal action is felt, the power booster, vacuum supply or vacuum check valve are faulty. Proceed to "Power Booster Vacuum Test."
  • If p...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

DaimlerChrysler Corp./Jeep Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Component Locations -> 2005-06 Liberty w/2.4L & 3.7L Engines, 2005-06 Grand Cherokee, 1998-06 Durango, 1994-06 Dakota (Except 1994 2.5L), Ram Truck 1500-3500, Ram Van 1500-3500
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Install -> Rear -> Remove
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 GAS

Front

Remove
  • Shift transmission and transfer case to their neutral positions. Raise and support vehicle. Remove skid plate, if equipped.
  • Using a suitable marker, mark a line across yoke at transfer case, link yoke, and propeller shaft yoke at rear of front propeller shaft for installation reference.
  • Mark a line across propeller shaft yoke and pinion shaft yoke for installation reference.
  • Remove universal joint strap bolts at pinion shaft yoke.
  • Remove bolts holding propeller shaft to transfer case yoke flange.
  • Remove propeller shaft.
Install
  • Position front propeller shaft under vehicl...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 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 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Chrysler LLC Trucks -> Emission Maintenance Reminder Indicator -> Chrysler, Dodge & Plymouth
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 GAS

This Emission Maintenance Reminder System (Maintenance Required Lamp) is incorporated into the engine controller. The controller stores vehicle mileage into its memory every eight miles, then at 60,000, 82,500 or 120,000 miles it will light the EMR (Maintenance Required) lamp. When the indicated mileage is reached or the EMR lamp is on at all times, the following components must be replaced and the EMR lamp reset:

  • At 60,00 miles, proceed as follows:
    • Replace EGR valve.
    • Clean EGR passage.
    • Replace PCV valve.
  • At 82,500 miles, replace oxygen sensor.
  • At 120,000 miles, proceed as ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at intake manifold.
  • Remove hose from intake manifold.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose outlet clamp at heater core.
  • Disconnect heater outlet hose from he...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS

  • Attach a suitable wrench to pulley mounting bolt of automatic tensioner.
  • Rotate tensioner assembly clockwise until tension has been relieved.
  • Remove belt from vehicle.
  • Position new drive belt over all pulleys ex...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brake System Component Locations Diagram for 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup  5.9 V8 GASAnti-Lock Brake System Component Locations Diagram for 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Rear Wheel Speed Sensor
  • Rear Axle Housing
  • Drive Shaft
  • Control Module Locations Diagram for 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup  5.9 V8 GASControl Module Locations Diagram for 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Antilock Brake Controller
  • Brake Fluid Reservoir
  • Positive Battery Terminal
  • CAB Connector
  • Differential Pressure Switch Assembly
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup  5.2 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Headlamp Switch
  • Central Timer Module
  • 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup  5.2 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Driver Heated Seat Module
  • Driver Heated Seat Switch
  • Passenger Heated Seat Module
  • Heated Seat Relay
  • Power Seat Heater Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHOR INSTALLATION - REV
    Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.9 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
  • Document: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.9 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 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 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 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 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 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 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 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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