2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup A/C & Heater Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup

  • 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 5.9 L6 DIESEL, CID:359, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:359, Engine VIN:, Desg:C
  • 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 8.0 V10 GAS, CC:7990, CID:488, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:488, Engine VIN:, Desg:W
  • 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 5.9 L6 DIESEL, CID:359, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:359, Engine VIN:, Desg:6
  • 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:345, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:345, Engine VIN:, Desg:D

A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Compressor Service -> Denso 10S15 & 10S17 Compressors -> Inspection
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 5.7 V8 GAS

The clutch plate and clutch pulley are mated at factory. Do not replace compressor clutch pulley or clutch plate separately. The clutch coil can be serviced separately.

  • Inspect friction surfaces of clutch pulley and plate for wear. Replace if excessive wear or scoring is present.
  • Inspect friction surfaces of clutch pulley and plate for oil contamination. If friction surfaces are oily, clut...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Dakota, Durango, Full Size Pickup, Full Size Van, Grand Cherokee, Liberty & Wrangler -> Evaporator Core, Replace -> Dakota -> Durango -> Front -> Full Size Pickups -> Full Size Vans -> Grand Cherokee -> Liberty -> Rear -> Wrangler
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 8.0 V10 GAS

Liberty

  • Remove heater and A/C housing as outlined under "Heater Housing, Replace."
  • Remove top housing retaining screws, then the top of heater and A/C housing.
  • Remove thermostatic switch and capillary tube.
  • Remove evaporator retaining screws, then the evaporator.
  • Separate evaporator valve from evaporator core.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Dakota

  • Remove heater and A/C housing as outlined under "Heater Housing, Replace."
  • Remove heater and A/C housing top cover and lift core out of housing.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Durango

Front

Refer to "Dakota" for replacement procedure.

Rear
  • Recover r...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Dakota, Durango, Full Size Pickup, Full Size Van, Grand Cherokee, Liberty & Wrangler -> Evaporator Core, Replace -> Dakota -> Durango -> Front -> Full Size Pickups -> Full Size Vans -> Grand Cherokee -> Liberty -> Rear -> Wrangler
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 5.9 L6 DIESEL

Liberty

  • Remove heater and A/C housing as outlined under "Heater Housing, Replace."
  • Remove top housing retaining screws, then the top of heater and A/C housing.
  • Remove thermostatic switch and capillary tube.
  • Remove evaporator retaining screws, then the evaporator.
  • Separate evaporator valve from evaporator core.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Dakota

  • Remove heater and A/C housing as outlined under "Heater Housing, Replace."
  • Remove heater and A/C housing top cover and lift core out of housing.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Durango

Front

Refer to "Dakota" for replacement procedure.

Rear
  • Recover r...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 2003-04 -> System Inspection -> Compressor -> Condenser -> Evaporator -> Receiver-Drier/Accumulator -> Refrigerant Line Restrictions -> Thermostatic Expansion Valve
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 8.0 V10 GAS

While a detailed diagnostic procedure for all air conditioning systems would be impractical due to the many variations in construction and operation, there are three fundamental components of a total diagnosis:

  • Refrigerant systems must have an adequate, but not excessive charge.
  • Determination must be made whether the refrigerant system is governed by a cycling clutch compressor or by valves which control evaporator pressure.
  • The air distribution system (blower motor, switches, vacuum lines and air ducts) must be operational before checking the ...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Electrical Symbol Identification -> Domestic Vehicles
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 5.9 L6 DIESEL

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Computer Relearn Procedures -> DaimlerChrysler -> 1999-2002 Dakota, Durango, Ram Pick-Up & Ram Van -> 1999-2004 -> Controller Anti-Lock Brakes (CAB) -> Engine Performance -> Except 1999-2002 -> Light Truck & Vans -> Pinion Factor Procedure -> Powertrain Control Module (PCM) -> Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) -> Shift Quality -> Theft Alarm -> Transaxle Quick Learn Procedure
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Pickup 5.9 L6 DIESEL

Powertrain Control Module (PCM)

Except 1999-2002

If battery cable has been disconnected, the PCM must relearn a new operating strategy. Connect battery cable and run engine until operating temperature is reached. After engine warm-up, drive vehicle under various operating conditions until PCM has relearned new strategy.

1999-2004

Anytime the PCM is replaced the VIN and vehicle mileage must be programmed into the new PCM. If the PCM is not programmed, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) will set. To program the PCM, connect a DRB or suitably programmed ...

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