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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 3500 AUTOMOBILES

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

Power Brake Units -> Description
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 3500 SLT 5.7 V8 GAS

These self contained vacuum hydraulic power braking units are of the vacuum suspended type. They use engine intake manifold vacuum or a vacuum pump along with atmospheric pressure for their power, eliminating the need for a vacuum reservoir. A mechanically operated control valve, with integral vacuum power diaphragms, controls the degree of brake application or release depending on amount of foot pressure applied to...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 3500 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Dodge RAM 3500 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/Diesel Engine -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 3500 ST 5.9 L6 DIESEL

Normal Service

1991-98 models, replace every 12,000 miles

1999-01 models, replace at 30,000 miles, then every 15,000 miles thereafter

2002-0...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 3500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Dodge RAM 3500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge RAM 3500 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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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 3500 AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Dodge RAM 3500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Description
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge RAM 3500 SXT 5.7 V8 GAS

The TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System) consists of tire pressure monitoring sensors attached to each road wheel through the valve stem mounting hole, a central receiver module and an indicator lamp.

Upon detection of a warning or fault condition, the WCM will send a request to the module that controls the indicator lamp (and the text display if equipped with the Premium system) via the vehicle bus system to illuminate or flash the indicator lamp. Also, upon detection of a warning or fault condition, the electronic display will send a request to sound the "chime." A chime will only be ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 3500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Dodge RAM 3500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge RAM 3500 Laramie 6.7 L6 DIESEL

  • Disconnect battery ground cable at both batteries.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove three starter mounting bolts.
  • Move starter motor towards front of vehicle far enough for nose of starter pinion housing to clear housing. Always support starter motor during this process, do not let starter motor hang from wire harness.
  • Tilt nose downwards and lower starter motor far enough to access and remove nut that secures battery positive cable wire harness conne...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 3500 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Dodge RAM 3500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Chrysler LLC Trucks -> Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp -> Chrysler, Dodge & Plymouth
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 3500 SLT 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 3500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Dodge RAM 3500 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge RAM 3500 SLT 5.7 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect negative battery cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove pushpins and upper condenser/radiator seal.
  • Remove air filter housing assembly.
  • Remove upper radiator hose.
  • Remove overflow tube.
  • Remove radiator fan shroud from radiator and position over radiator fan.
  • Remove upper radiator support.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Disconnect power steering c...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 3500 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Dodge RAM 3500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2010 Dodge RAM 3500 Laramie 6.7 L6 DIESEL

  • Rotate belt tensioner clockwise, using a suitable 1/2 inch drive tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
  • Remove dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Dodge RAM 3500 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Dodge RAM 3500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Diagram for 2008 Dodge RAM 3500 Laramie 6.7 L6 DIESELEngine Compartment Diagram for 2008 Dodge RAM 3500 Laramie 6.7 L6 DIESEL

Components on diagram:
  • Splice S103
  • Splice S106
  • Splice S123
  • Connector C103
  • Connector C130
  • Body Components Diagram for 2007 Dodge RAM 3500 SLT 6.7 L6 DIESELBody Components Diagram for 2007 Dodge RAM 3500 SLT 6.7 L6 DIESEL

    Components on diagram:
  • Right Rear Speaker
  • Passenger Seat Belt Tensioner
  • Right Side Curtain Airbag
  • Right Side Impact Sensor 1
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Dodge RAM 3500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Dodge RAM 3500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2007 Dodge RAM 3500 Sport 5.9 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram2007 Dodge RAM 3500 Sport 5.9 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Cluster
  • Totally Integrated Power Module
  • 2008 Dodge RAM 3500 Laramie 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Dodge RAM 3500 Laramie 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Switch
  • Heated Mirror
  • Parking Lamp
  • Integrated Power Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Dodge RAM 3500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Dodge RAM 3500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: SAFETY RECALL H36 - STEERING DRAG LINK INNER JOINT AND DAMPER BRACKET
    Vehicle: 2008 Dodge RAM 3500 ST 5.9 L6 DIESEL

    Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
  • Document: INTERMITTENT OPERATION OF ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS DUE TO IGNITION OFF DRAW (IOD) FUSE NOT BEING FULLY SEATED
    Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 3500 ST 5.9 L6 DIESEL

    Symptoms:
  • Inoperative, No Response
  • Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Dodge RAM 3500 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Dodge RAM 3500 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 3500 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 3500 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 3500 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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