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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Manual -> Master Cylinder -> Pressure
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 SRT-10 8.3 V10 GAS

Manual

  • Remove reservoir filler caps and fill reservoir with proper brake fluid.
  • If calipers or wheel cylinders were overhauled, open all caliper and wheel cylinder bleed screws.
  • Close each bleed screw as fluid starts to drip from them.
  • Fill master cylinder reservoir once more before proceeding.
  • Attach one end of bleed hose to bleed screw and insert opposite end in glass container partially filled with brake fluid, Fig. . Ensure bleed hose is immersed in fluid.
  • Open up bleeder, then have an assistant press down brake pedal.
  • Once brake pedal is down, close bleeder. Repeat bleeding unt...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

DaimlerChrysler Corp./Jeep Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> Ram Truck 1500-3500 w/Gasoline Engine -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 ST 5.7 V8 GAS

Normal Service

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 SLT 5.7 V8 GAS

  • With vehicle in neutral, position vehicle on hoist.
  • Remove half shaft nut from shaft.
  • Remove brake caliper and rotor.
  • Remove steering knuckle.
  • Disengage inner C/V joint from axle shaft with two pry bars between the C/V housing and axle housing.
  • Remove half shaft from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to inst...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 SLT 4.7 V8 GAS

  • Remove battery ground cable.
  • Remove alternator drive belt.
  • Remove battery positive terminal retaining nuts.
  • Remove ground terminal and field terminal retaining nuts.
  • Remove upper alternator mounting bolt, lower ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Chrysler LLC Trucks -> Electronic Throttle Control Indicator ->
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 Sport 5.7 V8 GAS

When the ignition is turned On, the lamp will light for approximately 6-12 seconds as a bulb inspection. If the lamp is illuminated with the engine running, the vehicle is usually drivable but the electronic throttle system must be diagnosed and servic...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 TRX4 4.7 V8 FLEX

Inlet

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

Outlet

  • D...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 ST 4.7 V8 GAS

  • Rotate belt tensioner until it contacts stop.
  • Remove driv...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Component Diagram for 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 Sport 5.7 V8 GASEngine Compartment Component Diagram for 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 Sport 5.7 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Accelerator Cable
  • Speed Control Cable
  • Throttle Body Lever
  • Door Component Diagram for 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 TRX4 5.7 V8 GASDoor Component Diagram for 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 TRX4 5.7 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Door Speaker
  • Power Window Switch
  • Door Lock Switch
  • Outside Rearview Mirror
  • Window Motor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2006 Dodge RAM 1500 Sport 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Dodge RAM 1500 Sport 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Passenger Air Bag On/Off Switch
  • Integrated Power Module
  • Occupant Restraint Controller Module
  • 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 Laramie 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Dodge RAM 1500 Laramie 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Integrated Power Module
  • Trailer Tow 4-Way Wiring
  • Trailer Tow 7-Way Wiring
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: RECALL - SAFETY RECALL J11 MOPAR WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR
    Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 SLT 4.7 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
  • Document: RECALL - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
    Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 SLT 4.7 V8 GAS

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 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 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 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 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 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 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 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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