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We have info for following modifications of 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup
- 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.9 V6 GAS, CID:239, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:239, Engine VIN:, Desg:X
- 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 GAS, CID:318, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:318, Engine VIN:, Desg:Y
- 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS, CID:360, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:360, Engine VIN:, Desg:Z
- 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 CNG, CID:318, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:318, Engine VIN:, Desg:T
A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 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 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+
Manual Air Conditioning & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> Dakota, Full Size Vans & Ram 1500-3500 Pickup -> Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> Control System Vacuum Diagnosis -> Heater Output Test -> Mechanical Diagnosis
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS
Control System Vacuum Diagnosis
Refer to Fig. for vacuum control diagnosis.
Mechanical Diagnosis
Refer to Fig. for mechanical diagnosis.
Heater Output Test
- Check radiator coolant level, drive belt tension, engine vacuum line connections, radiator air flow and radiator fan operation.
- Start engine and bring to normal operating temperature.
- With engine idling, set heater controls to maximum heat, defrost and high blower.
- Check defroster outlet air temperatures and compare to Fig. .
- If reading are not as...
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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 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 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+
Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Water Pump, Replace -> 2.4L Engine -> 2.5L Engine -> 3.0L Engine -> 3.3L & 3.8L Engines -> 3.9L & 5.2L Engines -> 4.0L Engine -> 5.2L Engine -> Cherokee & Wrangler -> Dakota -> Diesel Engine -> Full Size Pickups & Vans -> Gasoline Engines -> Grand Cherokee -> Minivans
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS
Cherokee & Wrangler
- Drain cooling system, then disconnect hoses from pump.
- Remove drive belts.
- Remove power steering pump bracket from water pump boss.
- Remove fan assembly and if equipped, the radiator fan shroud.
- Remove water pump retaining bolts, then the water pump and gasket.
- Reverse procedure to install. Torque retaining bolts to 13-25 ft. lbs.
Dakota
2.5L Engine
Refer to "Cherokee & Wrangler" when replacing the water pump.
3.9L & 5.2L Engines
- Drain cooling system.
- Unclip throttle cable on f...
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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 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 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+
Air Bag System Precautions -> DaimlerChrysler -> Disarming -> 1990-97 -> 1994-96 Cherokee -> 1998-2004 -> Except 1994-96 Cherokee -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Passenger Cars
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 GAS
Passenger Cars
1990-97
It may be required to access and record all Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) prior to disarming the air bag system.
- Place ignition switch in Lock position.
- Disconnect and isolate battery ground cable.
- Wait at least two minutes after disconnecting battery ground cable before doing any further work on vehicle. The air bag system is designed to retain enough voltage to deploy air bags for a short time even after battery has been disconnected.
1998-2004
It may be required to access and rec...
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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 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 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+
Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Adjustments -> Dakota, Full Size Vans & Minivans -> Temperature/Blend Air Door Cable
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 CNG
Temperature/Blend Air Door Cable
Dakota, Full Size Vans & Minivans
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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 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+
Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Evaporator Core, Replace -> 1996 -> 1997 -> Auxiliary A/C -> Cherokee -> Dakota -> Full Size Pickups -> Full Size Vans -> Grand Cherokee -> Minivans -> Standard A/C -> Wrangler
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.9 V6 GAS
Cherokee
- Remove heater/A/C housing as outlined under "Heater Housing, Replace."
- Remove top housing retaining screws, then the top of heater/A/C housing.
- Remove thermostatic switch and capillary tube.
- Remove evaporator retaining screws, then the evaporator.
- Remove expansion valve from evaporator, if necessary.
- Reverse procedure to install.
Dakota
1996
- Remove housing top cover.
- Lift core from housing.
- Reverse procedure to install.
1997
- Remove instrument panel and heater/A/C housin...
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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 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 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+
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Vehicle: 1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 GAS
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