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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Temperature/Blend Air Door, Replace -> 1998 -> 1999-2000 -> Dakota & Durango -> Full Size Pickups -> Grand Cherokee
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.9 V8 GAS

Dakota & Durango
  • Remove heater and A/C unit as outlined under "Heater Housing, Replace."
  • Lift blend air door pivot shaft out of pivot hole in bottom of heater and A/C housing.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
Full Size Pickups
  • Remove heater and A/C unit as outlined under "Heater Housing, Replace," then invert unit and remove screws holding halves together.
  • Remove center adapter heat duct and screw, then disconnect electrical connectors and remove bottom portion of heater and A/C housing.
  • Remove temperature/blend air...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> Dakota, Durango, Full Size Pickup & Van -> Description -> Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake (4 WABS) System -> RWAL System
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.9 V8 GAS

RWAL System

The rear-wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is standard equipment on all models. This system prevents rear wheel lock-up by monitoring wheel speed and altering pressure to the rear wheels. Rear brake fluid application is controlled according to wheel speed, degree of wheel slip and rate of deceleration. The main components of the system are an electronic brake control module, a hydraulic pressure control valve, a speed sensor and a sensor exciter ring, Fig. . A standard master cylinder and power booster are used.

Four ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

DaimlerChrysler Corp./Jeep Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1994-2003 Ram Van 1500-3500 -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.2 V8 LPG

Normal Service

Repla...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Install -> Remove
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.2 V8 CNG

Remove

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Shift transmission to Neutral position.
  • Using a suitable marker, mark a line across axle pinion yoke, or companion flange, and propeller shaft, or companion yoke for installation reference.
  • On models with Dana axle, remove bolts holding universal joint clamps to pinion yoke.
  • On models with Corporate axle, remove bolts holding companion yoke to companion flange.
  • Slide slip yoke off of transmission, or transfer case, ou...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.2 V8 GAS

  • Remove battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove nut and lockwasher securing starter motor to mounting stud on manual transmission clutch housing or automatic transmission torque converter housing.
  • While supporting starter with one hand, remove upper mounting screw from starter.
  • On models equipped with automatic transmission,slide transmission cooler tube bracket forward on tubes far enough for starter motor flange to be removed from lower mounting stud.
  • On all models, move starter motor towards front of vehicle...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Chrysler LLC Trucks -> Check Gauge Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.2 V8 GAS

When the ignition is turned On, the lamp will light for approximately 2 seconds as a bulb inspection. The PCM continually monitors the engine oil pressure, engine coolant temperature and electrical system voltage. The check gauges lamp w...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.9 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Drain cooling system into suitable container.
  • Remove radiator lower hose from radiator outlet.
  • Disconnect and plug transmission cooler lines from radiator fittings using quick disconnect tool.
  • Cap all lines and fittings to prevent system contamination.
  • Lower vehicle.
  • Remove engine oil filler tube.
  • Remove radiator upper support to cowl brac...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.9 V8 GAS

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Horns & Windshield Washers Diagram for 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN  5.2 V8 CNGHorns & Windshield Washers Diagram for 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.2 V8 CNG

Components on diagram:
  • Washer Fluid Level Switch
  • Washer Pump
  • Low Note Horn
  • High Note Horn
  • Left Hand Headlamp
  • Instrument Panel Splices Diagram for 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN  5.2 V8 CNGInstrument Panel Splices Diagram for 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.2 V8 CNG

    Components on diagram:
  • Splice S-211
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN  5.9 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.9 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Control Relay
  • High Blower Relay
  • Engine Starter Motor Relay
  • Automatic Shut Down Relay
  • Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch Relay
  • 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN  5.2 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.2 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Headlamp Switch
  • Radio
  • Antenna
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHOR INSTALLATION - REV
    Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.2 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
  • Document: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.2 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2000 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 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 3500 VAN 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 3500 VAN 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 3500 VAN 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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