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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 -> Cherokee, Dakota, Durango, Full Size Pickup, Full Size Van, Grand Cherokee, Liberty & Wrangler -> Water Pump, Replace -> 2.5L Engine -> 3.9L, 5.2L & 5.9L Engines -> 4.7L Engine -> Cherokee & Wrangler -> Dakota & Durango -> Diesel Engine -> Full Size Pickups & Full Size Vans -> Gasoline Engines -> Grand Cherokee -> Liberty
Vehicle: 2002 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 4.7 V8 GAS
Cherokee & Wrangler
All engines have a reverse rotating (counterclockwise) water pump. The letter "R" is stamped into the back of the water pump impeller to identify this style of pump. Engines from previous model years, depending upon application, may be equipped with a forward rotating water pump. Installation of the wrong water pump will cause engine overheating.
- Drain coolant into suitable container.
- On models equipped with 2.5L engine, loosen but do not remove at this time, four hub to water pump pulley mounting bolts.
- On all models, ...
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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+.
Anti-lock Brakes -> Dakota, Full Size Pickups & Vans & Ramcharger -> System Service -> 1992 Dakota & 1992-93 Full Size Pickups, Vans & Ramcharger -> 1994-96 Full Size Pickups -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Component Service -> Controller Anti-Lock Brake (CAB) Module -> Dakota -> Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System -> Front Anti-Lock Valve -> Front Brake Speed Sensor -> Full Size Pickups -> Full Size Pickups & Vans -> Full Size Vans -> Full Size Vans w/Inline Brake Booster -> Full Size Vans w/Transverse Brake Booster -> Hydraulic Valve -> Ramcharger & 1992-93 Full Size Pickups -> Rear Anti-Lock & Combination Valves -> Rear Brake Speed Sensor -> Rear Wheel Anti-Lock (RWAL) Brake System -> Rear Wheel Speed Sensor -> Speed Sensor Air Gap Inspection
Vehicle: 1994 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS
Brake System Bleed
The anti-lock brake system must be bled any time air enters the hydraulic system. It is important to note that excessive air in the brake system may set a primary pressure diagnostic trouble code in the control module.
Pressure or manual bleeding procedures can be used when bleeding the ABS system after hoses or brake lines have been disconnected. Bleeding the ABS hydraulic system is also necessary after replacement of the hydraulic assembly or wheel brakes. During bleeding procedures, ensure the brake fluid level remains close to the Full mark on the reservoir.
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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 Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> Ram Truck 1500-3500 w/Gasoline Engine -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1995 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.9 V6 GAS
Normal Service
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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, Replace -> Front -> Install -> Rear -> Remove
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 GAS
Front
Remove
- Shift transmission and transfer case to their neutral positions. Raise and support vehicle. Remove skid plate, if equipped.
- Using a suitable marker, mark a line across yoke at transfer case, link yoke, and propeller shaft yoke at rear of front propeller shaft for installation reference.
- Mark a line across propeller shaft yoke and pinion shaft yoke for installation reference.
- Remove universal joint strap bolts at pinion shaft yoke.
- Remove bolts holding propeller shaft to transfer case yoke flange.
- Remove propeller shaft.
Install
- Position front propeller shaft under vehicl...
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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: 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 4.7 V8 GAS
- Remove battery ground cable.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- On models equipped with 4WD, remove support bracket bolts, then pry support bracket to gain access to lower starter mounting bolt.
- On all models, remove starter motor bolts.
- Move starter motor toward front of vehicle far enough for nose of starter pinion to clear housing. Do not let starter motor hang from wire harness.
- Tilt nose downward, then l...
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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 -> Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp -> Chrysler, Dodge & Plymouth
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.7 V8 GAS
The amber lamp monitors anti-lock brake system condition. The lamp should be on during engine starting, but should go off when the self-diagnostic system determines proper system operation. If the lamp remains On, a fault in the anti-lock brake system is indicated. After diagnosis and re...
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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+
Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2002 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.7 V6 GAS
Lower
- Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
- Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
- Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
- Reposition hose clamp from water pump inlet tube.
- Remove radiator outlet hose from water pump inlet tube and from vehicle.
- Reverse proc...
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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: 2002 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.7 V6 GAS
- Rotate belt tensioner until it contacts its stop.
- Remove belt, then slowly ro...
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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+.
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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.
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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: SAFETY SYSTEMS - VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/REPAIR - REVISED Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 4.7 V8 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: VIBRATION FELT IN SEAT ON SMOOTH ROAD - CLUB CAB Vehicle: 1995 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.9 V6 GAS Symptoms: |
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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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