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We have info for following modifications of 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup
- 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS, CID:360, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:360, Engine VIN:, Desg:Z
- 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 4.7 V8 GAS, CID:287, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:287, Engine VIN:, Desg:N
- 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.7 V6 GAS, CID:225, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:225, Engine VIN:, Desg:K
- 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:345, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:345, Engine VIN:, Desg:D
BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Full Size Pickup -> Rotor Replacement -> 1999-2001 1500 & 1999-2002 2500 & 3500 -> 2002-03 1500 & 2003 2500 & 3500 -> 5-Stud Rotors -> 8-Stud Rotors
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.7 V6 GAS
1999-2001 1500 & 1999-2002 2500 & 3500
5-Stud Rotors
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove wheel and tire assembly.
- Remove brake caliper.
- Remove rotor from hub bearing.
- Reverse procedure to install.
8-Stud Rotors
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove wheel and tire assembly.
- Remove hub extension mounting nuts, then the hub extension.
- Remove brake caliper.
- Remove cotter pin and hub nut from axle shaft.
- Disconnect ABS wheel sensor wire from under hood, then remove sensor wire from frame and steering knuckle.
- Remove hub/bearing mounting bolts from inboard side of steering knuckle.
- Remove rotor hub/bear...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Full Size Pickup -> Troubleshooting -> Brake Chatter -> Brake Drag -> Brake Fade -> Brake Pull -> Brake Squeal Or Squeak -> Hard Pedal Or High Pedal Effort -> Low Pedal -> Pedal Falls Away -> Pedal Pulsation -> Rear Brake Grab Or Pull -> Spongy Pedal
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS
Pedal Falls Away
- System leak at brake line, fitting, hose or caliper/wheel cylinder.
- Internal leakage in master cylinder caused by worn or damaged piston cups.
- Internal leak in ABS or RWAL system.
Low Pedal
- Worn brake linings.
- Worn drums or rotors.
- Rear brakes out of adjustment.
Spongy Pedal
- Air in hydraulic system.
- Thin brake drums.
- Substandard brake lines and hoses.
Hard Pedal Or High Pedal Effort
- Linings that are water soaked, contaminated or glazed.
- Defective power booster or check valve.
Pedal Pulsation
- Disc brake rotors have excessive lateral runout or thickness variation.
- Out of round bra...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Adjustments -> 1999-2000 -> 2001-03 -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve -> Park Brake Cable Tensioner -> Stop Lamp Switch
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 4.7 V8 GAS
Height Sensing Proportioning Valve
1999-2000
- Raise and support vehicle, allowing rear suspension to hang free.
- Remove rear wheel and tire assemblies.
- Support rear axle.
- Disconnect track bar from rear axle, then the shock absorbers.
- Loosen, but do not remove, both leaf spring to front spring hanger pivot bolts.
- Loosen adjustment nut on actuator,. Fig. .
- Ensure hooked end of actuator is properly seated in clip on valve lever and clip is properly positioned on lever of valve.
- Pull housing of valve actuator toward spring hanger until lever on valve bottoms on body of valve. Hold valve actuator i...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Drum Brakes -> DaimlerChrysler -> Inspection -> Adjuster Mechanism -> Backing Plate -> Brake Drums -> Brake Linings & Springs -> Parking Brake Cable
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS
Brake Drums
Any time the brake drums are removed for brake service, the braking surface diameter should be inspected with a suitable brake drum micrometer at several points to determine if they are within the safe oversize limit stamped on the brake drum outer surface. If the braking surface diameter exceeds specifications, the drum must be replaced. If the braking surface diameter is within specifications, drums should be cleaned and inspected for cracks, scores, deep grooves, taper, out of round and heat spotting. If drums are cracked or heat spotted, they must be replaced. Minor sc...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-Lock Brakes -> Full Size Pickup & Van -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 2002 -> 2003-05 -> 2006 -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Connector Pin Identification -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Intermittents & Poor Connections
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.7 V6 GAS
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC) and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation
2002
[[table data]]2003-05
[[table data]]2006
[[table data]]Connector Pin Identification
Refer to Figs. through for pin connector and terminal identification.
Diagnostic Tests
2002
[[table data]]2003-05
[[table data]]2006
[[table data]]Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC) and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Intermitte...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Full Size Pickup -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.7 V6 GAS
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