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We have info for following modifications of 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN

  • 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.2 V8 GAS, CID:318, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:318, Engine VIN:, Desg:Y
  • 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.9 V8 GAS, CID:360, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:360, Engine VIN:, Desg:Z
  • 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.2 V8 CNG, CID:318, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:318, Engine VIN:, Desg:T

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Full Size Vans -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.2 V8 CNG

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> DaimlerChrysler -> Precautions
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.2 V8 GAS

When working on or around brake assemblies, care must be taken to prevent breathing asbestos dust, as many manufacturers incorporate asbestos fibers in the production of brake linings. During routine service operations, the amount of asbestos dust from brake lining wear is at a low level due to a chemical breakdown during use, and a few precautions will minimize exposure.. Do not sand or grind brake linings unless suitable local exhaust ventilation equipment is used to prevent excessive asbestos e...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Cherokee -> Dakota & Durango -> Full Size Pickup -> Full Size Van -> Grand Cherokee -> Hydraulic Booster -> Inline Mount -> Installation -> Liberty -> PT Cruiser -> Removal -> Replacement -> Transverse Mount -> Vacuum Booster -> Wrangler
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.2 V8 CNG

The only serviceable power brake booster components are the vacuum hose and the check valve.. The power brake booster must be serviced as an assembly. If diagnosis indicates a power brake booster fault condition, the unit must be replaced as an assembly.

Replacement

Full Size Pickup
Vacuum Booster
  • With engine stopped, pump brake pedal four or five times to deplete power booster vacuum.
  • Remove brake lines from master cylinder.
  • Remove nuts attaching master cylinder and valves to power brake booster unit studs, then remove master cylinder and valves as an assembly.
  • Disconnect vac...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Full Size Vans -> Precautions -> Brake Bleed -> Brake Disc Service -> Brake Lines & Linings -> Brake Roughness -> Caliper Inspection -> General Precautions
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.2 V8 CNG

Brake Lines & Linings

Remove one of the front wheels and inspect the brake disc, caliper and linings. The wheel bearings should be inspected at this time and repacked if necessary.

Do not get any oil or grease on the linings. It is recommended that both front wheel sets be replaced whenever a respective pad is worn or damaged. Inspect and, if necessary, replace rear brake linings also.

If the caliper is cracked or fluid leakage through the casting is evident, it must be replaced as a unit.

Brake Roughness

The most common cause of brake chatter on disc brakes is a variation in thickness o...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Description -> Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Combination Valve -> Except Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Fixed Proportioning Valve -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve -> Hydraulic Control Valves -> Master Cylinder -> Metering Valve
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 5.2 V8 GAS

Master Cylinder

Except Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager

The cylinder body containing the primary and secondary pistons is made of aluminum. The removable fluid reservoir is made of nylon reinforced with glass fiber. The reservoir is the only serviceable component.

The fluid compartments of the nylon reservoir are interconnected to permit fluid level equalization. The equalization feature does not affect circuit separation in the event of a front or rear brake fault. The reservoir compartments will retain enough fluid to operate the functioning hydraulic circuit.

Caravan, Town & Country...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 VAN 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 3500 VAN 5.2 V8 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

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Connector Pin Identification

Refer to Figs. through for pin connector and terminal identification.

Diagnostic Tests

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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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