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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 1500 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 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Dash Panel, Replace -> 1998 -> 1998-99 Full Size Van -> 1999-2000 -> Cherokee -> Dakota & Durango -> Full Size Pickups -> Grand Cherokee -> Minivans -> Wrangler
Vehicle: 1998 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 GAS

Dakota & Durango
  • Place front wheels in a straight ahead position.
  • Using a trim stick, or suitable flat-bladed tool, pry along edges of right and left door sill trim to release snap clip retainers, Fig. .
  • Disengage ends of sill trim from cowl side trim at front and B-pillar trim (standard cab) or quarter panel trim (club cab) at rear, then remove sill trim from sill.
  • Using a trim stick, or suitable flat-bladed tool, pry left and right cowl side trim to release snap ring retainer, then remove trim from pillar.
  • Remove steering column opening co...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Brake System Bleed -> Manual -> Master Cylinder -> Pressure
Vehicle: 2005 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup SRT10 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 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

DaimlerChrysler Corp./Jeep Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> B Series Vans, Dakota, Durango, D & W Series, Ramcharger, Ram Truck 1500-3500 & Ram Van 1500-3500 w/Fuel Injection -> Less Fuel Pressure Test Port -> Multipoint Fuel Injection -> Throttle Body Fuel Injection -> With Fuel Pressure Test Port
Vehicle: 2000 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while the vehicle relearns its adaptive st...

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

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> U-Joint with Injected Rings -> U-Joint with Snap Rings
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.7 V6 GAS

This procedure describes a propeller shaft equipped with a cardan joint in the tube yoke. For propeller shafts equipped with a companion/slip yoke, repeat the steps to remove the remaining cardan joint.

U-Joint with Snap Rings

Disassemble
  • Tap outside of bearing cap with a drift to loosen snap ring.
  • Remove snap rings from both sides of yoke.
  • Position yoke with grease fitting if equipped, pointing up.
  • Position a socket with a inside diameter large enough to receive bearing cap, beneath yoke on a press.
  • Place another socket with an outside diameter smaller than bearing cap on ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove wiring connector from starter.
  • Remove starter mounting bolts, then starter from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Chrysler LLC Trucks -> Transmission Temperature Indicator Lamp -> Dodge
Vehicle: 1995 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1999 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 GAS

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 4.7 V8 GAS

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

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

Adjustable Pedal Switch Diagram for 2004 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup  5.7 V8 GASAdjustable Pedal Switch Diagram for 2004 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.7 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Headlamp Switch
  • Adjustable Pedal Switch
  • Overhead Console Connectors Diagram for 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup  3.9 V6 GASOverhead Console Connectors Diagram for 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.9 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Overhead Console
  • Fuse Block
  • Automatic Day/Night Mirror
  • Left Visor/Vanity Mirror Lamp
  • Connector C-334
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

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

    2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup  3.7 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.7 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Pump Module
  • Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp-Right
  • Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp-Left
  • Tailgate Lamp Assembly
  • License Lamp-Right
  • 2004 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup  3.7 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.7 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Tailgate Lamp
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: WATER LEAK AT ROOF MOUNTED MARKER LAMPS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2005 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.7 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Leaks
  • Auto Systems:
  • Lighting, Horns, Turn Signals, Steering Column
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
  • Document: SHUDDER PULLING AWAY FROM STOP WHEN NEAR MAX GVW
    Vehicle: 1994 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Vibration
  • Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

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