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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+.

Drum Brakes -> DaimlerChrysler -> Brake Service -> 12 Inch Drum -> 9, 10, 11 & 13 Inch Drums -> Brake Shoe, Replace -> Caravan, Dakota, Town & Country & Voyager -> Full Size Pickup -> Inspection -> Installation -> PT Cruiser -> Removal
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 3500 Laramie 5.9 L6 DIESEL

Brake Shoe, Replace

Do not intermix automatic adjuster components from side to side.

9, 10, 11 & 13 Inch Drums
Caravan, Dakota, Town & Country & Voyager
Removal
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove rear wheels.
  • Remove drum retaining nuts if equipped, then the drums. If drum will not separate from brake shoes or axle, proceed as follows:
    • Ensure parking brake is disengaged.
    • Remove adjuster hole plug from backing plate.
    • Insert small screwdriver or equivalent, through adjuster hole, then push and hold self adjuster lever off adjuster screw assembly, Fig. .
    • Back off adjuster screw assembly unt...

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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 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: 2006 Dodge RAM 3500 ST 5.9 L6 DIESEL

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 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 Laramie 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+.

Component Locations
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge RAM 3500 SLT 6.7 L6 DIESEL

Refer to Figs...

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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+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 3500 SLT 5.9 L6 DIESEL

  • Remove battery ground cable.
  • Remove alternator drive belt.
  • Remove alternator pivot bolt and mounting bolts and nuts.
  • Remove battery positive terminal retaining nuts.
  • Remove ground terminal and field terminal retaining nuts.
  • Remove upper alte...

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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 -> Check Engine Lamp -> Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep & Plymouth Except Ram 50
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 3500 SLT 5.9 L6 DIESEL

On models less OBD II, the Check Engine lamp should light for approximately 3 seconds after the ignition has been turned On as a bulb inspection. If improper or no signals are received by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) from various sensors and monitored systems or if the PCM enters its Limp-In mode, the PCM will light the Check Engine lamp. On Chrysler, Dodge and Plymouth models, After diagnosing and servicing the vehicle, the PCM memory will be cleared after approximately 40 to 100 ignition key On-Off cycles or by using a suitable scan tool. ...

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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+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2010 Dodge RAM 3500 SLT 6.7 L6 DIESEL

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator outlet and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at thermostat housing and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Upper

  • Drain cooling system in...

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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: 2009 Dodge RAM 3500 ST 5.9 L6 DIESEL

  • Attach a 3/8 inch long-handle ratchet to square hole in automatic belt tensioner, then rotate tensioner assembly counterclockwise (as viewed from front) un...

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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+.

Steering Column Diagram for 2007 Dodge RAM 3500 ST 5.7 V8 GASSteering Column Diagram for 2007 Dodge RAM 3500 ST 5.7 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Stop Lamp Switch
  • Sentry Key Remote Entry Module
  • Door Components Diagram for 2007 Dodge RAM 3500 Sport 5.7 V8 GASDoor Components Diagram for 2007 Dodge RAM 3500 Sport 5.7 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Right Rear Speaker
  • Left Rear Speaker
  • Left Rear Power Window Switch
  • Right Rear Power Window Switch
  • Left Rear Window Motor
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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.

    2008 Dodge RAM 3500 ST 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Dodge RAM 3500 ST 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Electronics
  • Front Axle Disconnect Module
  • Totally Integrated Power Module
  • Shift Motor Mode Sensor Assembly
  • 2007 Dodge RAM 3500 TRX4 5.9 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram2007 Dodge RAM 3500 TRX4 5.9 L6 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Cluster
  • Driver Window/Door Lock Switch
  • Driver Door Latch
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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: RECALL - CAB CLEARANCE - VEHICLES WITH DUAL REAR WHEELS
    Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 3500 SLT 5.9 L6 DIESEL

    Auto Systems:
  • Lighting, Horns, Turn Signals, Steering Column
  • Document: FLASH: SUNROOF MODULE, EXCESSIVE IGNITION OFF DRAW, POP IN RADIO WITH IGNITION OFF, DOME LAMP FLICKERS AND MAY NOT GO OFF
    Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 3500 ST 5.9 L6 DIESEL

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Starting Problems
  • 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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