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We have info for following modifications of 2006 Dodge RAM 2500

  • 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 SLT 5.9 L6 DIESEL, CID:359, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:359, Engine VIN:, Desg:C
  • 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 SLT 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:345, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:345, Engine VIN:, Desg:D
  • 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 Laramie 5.9 L6 DIESEL, CID:359, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:359, Engine VIN:, Desg:C
  • 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 Laramie 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:345, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:345, Engine VIN:, Desg:D
  • 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 TRX4 5.9 L6 DIESEL, CID:359, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:359, Engine VIN:, Desg:C
  • 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 TRX4 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:345, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:345, Engine VIN:, Desg:D
  • 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 ST 5.9 L6 DIESEL, CID:359, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:359, Engine VIN:, Desg:C
  • 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 ST 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:345, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:345, Engine VIN:, Desg:D
  • 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 Sport 5.9 L6 DIESEL, CID:359, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:359, Engine VIN:, Desg:C
  • 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 Sport 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:345, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:345, Engine VIN:, Desg:D
  • 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 Power Wagon 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:345, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:345, Engine VIN:, Desg:D

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Precautions -> Brake Bleed -> Brake Disc Service -> Brake Lines & Linings -> Brake Roughness -> Caliper Inspection -> General Precautions
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 ST 5.9 L6 DIESEL

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 required.

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 required, 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 of ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Commander -> Dakota & Durango -> Disassemble -> Front -> Full Size Pickup -> Grand Cherokee, Liberty & Wrangler -> Inspection -> Installation -> Pacifica -> PT Cruiser -> Rear -> Removal -> Sprinter
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 Sport 5.9 L6 DIESEL

Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager

Refer to for caliper replacement procedures.

Disassemble
  • Remove caliper from adapter and rotor as outlined under . Do not disconnect brake hose from caliper. Support caliper at all times to prevent brake hose damage.
  • Position caliper away from rotor to prevent brake fluid spillage on machined surface, then place a small block of wood between caliper fingers to prevent piston damage during removal.
  • Gently depress brake pedal to force caliper piston out of bore, then secure brake pedal at any position below one inch of pedal travel to prevent master cy...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Precautions -> Brake Bleed -> Brake Disc Service -> Brake Lines & Linings -> Brake Roughness -> Caliper Inspection -> General Precautions
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 Laramie 5.7 V8 GAS

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 required.

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 required, 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 of ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> DaimlerChrysler -> Precautions
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 Laramie 5.9 L6 DIESEL

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 ex...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 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: 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 SLT 5.7 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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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Description
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 2500 Laramie 5.9 L6 DIESEL

These vehicles are equipped with dual piston calipers, sliding single piston systems, single non-metallic calipers, floating caliper-single piston or single piston caliper mounted disc brake systems.

Upon brake application, fluid pressure exerted against the caliper piston increases equally in all directions, creating the same pressure in the caliper bore and on the piston.

Press...

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