2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup A/C & Heater Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup

  • 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup 5.9 L6 DIESEL, CID:359, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:359, Engine VIN:, Desg:C
  • 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup 8.0 V10 GAS, CC:7990, CID:488, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:488, Engine VIN:, Desg:W
  • 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup 5.9 L6 DIESEL, CID:359, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:359, Engine VIN:, Desg:6
  • 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:345, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:345, Engine VIN:, Desg:D

A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 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 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Dakota, Durango, Full Size Pickup, Full Size Van, Grand Cherokee, Liberty & Wrangler -> Heater Core, Replace -> Dakota & Durango -> Front -> Full Size Pickups -> Full Size Vans -> Grand Cherokee -> Liberty & Wrangler -> Rear
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup 5.7 V8 GAS

Liberty & Wrangler

  • Remove heater and A/C housing as outlined under "Heater Housing, Replace."
  • Lift heater core out of lower half of housing.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Dakota & Durango

  • Remove heater and A/C housing as outlined under "Heater Housing, Replace."
  • Remove heater housing cover, then lift heater core out of housing.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Full Size Pickups

  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under , then drain engine coolant.
  • Disconnect A/C hoses from evaporator lines and drain cooling system, then disconnect heater hoses from heater core lines.
  • Remove coolant overflow bott...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 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 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Wire Color Code Identification -> Domestic Vehicles
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup 5.9 L6 DIESEL

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 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 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Air Bag System Precautions -> DaimlerChrysler -> Arming -> 1990-97 -> 1994-96 Cherokee -> 1998-2004 -> Except 1994-96 Cherokee -> Light Truck & Vans -> Passenger Cars
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup 8.0 V10 GAS

Passenger Cars

1990-97
  • Ensure no one is inside vehicle and ignition switch is in Lock position.
  • Connect battery ground cable.
  • Turn ignition switch to On position from passenger side of vehicle.
  • The SRS warning lamp should light for six to eight seconds, then remain off for at least 45 seconds to indicate if SRS is functioning properly.
1998-2004
  • Ensure no one is inside vehicle and ignition switch is in Lock position.
  • Connect battery ground or remote cable or terminal.
  • Turn ignition On from a safe position be...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 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 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Dakota, Durango, Full Size Pickup, Full Size Van, Grand Cherokee, Liberty & Wrangler -> Vacuum Reservoir, Replace -> Dakota & Durango -> Full Size Pickups -> Full Size Vans -> Grand Cherokee -> Liberty -> Wrangler
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup 5.9 L6 DIESEL

Dakota & Durango

  • Remove windshield wiper arms, then the weather-strip along front edge of cowl plenum cover/grille panel.
  • Remove four plastic nuts that secure cowl plenum cover/grille panel near base of windshield.
  • Remove two plastic rivets that secure each side of cowl plenum cover/grille panel to cowl plenum panel and cowl top panel.
  • Lift cowl plenum cover/grille panel far enough to access windshield washer hose near right end of plenum and disconnect.
  • Disconnect vacuum hose from reservoir, remove three reservoir attaching screws, then the reservoir.
  • Reverse procedure to i...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 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 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Electrical Symbol Identification -> Domestic Vehicles
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup 5.7 V8 GAS

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 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 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Computer Relearn Procedures -> DaimlerChrysler -> 1999-2002 Dakota, Durango, Ram Pick-Up & Ram Van -> 1999-2004 -> Controller Anti-Lock Brakes (CAB) -> Engine Performance -> Except 1999-2002 -> Light Truck & Vans -> Pinion Factor Procedure -> Powertrain Control Module (PCM) -> Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) -> Shift Quality -> Theft Alarm -> Transaxle Quick Learn Procedure
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge RAM 3500 Pickup 8.0 V10 GAS

Powertrain Control Module (PCM)

Except 1999-2002

If battery cable has been disconnected, the PCM must relearn a new operating strategy. Connect battery cable and run engine until operating temperature is reached. After engine warm-up, drive vehicle under various operating conditions until PCM has relearned new strategy.

1999-2004

Anytime the PCM is replaced the VIN and vehicle mileage must be programmed into the new PCM. If the PCM is not programmed, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) will set. To program the PCM, connect a DRB or suitably programmed ...

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