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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Dodge RAM 1500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Aspen, Dakota & Durango -> Assemble -> Caravan & Town & Country -> Commander -> Compass, Grand Cherokee, Liberty, Nitro, Patriot & Wrangler -> Disassemble -> Front -> Full Size Pickup -> Inspection -> Installation -> Pacifica -> PT Cruiser -> Rear -> Removal -> Sprinter
Vehicle: 2007 Dodge RAM 1500 ST 5.7 V8 GAS

Caravan & Town & Country

Refer to for caliper replacement procedures.

Disassemble
  • Remove caliper from adapter and rotor as outlined under . Do not disconnect brake hose from caliper. Support caliper at all times to prevent brake hose damage.
  • Position caliper away from rotor to prevent brake fluid spillage on machined surface, then place a small block of wood between caliper fingers to prevent piston damage during removal.
  • Gently depress brake pedal to force caliper piston out of bore, then secure brake pedal at any position below one inch of pedal travel to prevent master cylinder br...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Dodge RAM 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

DaimlerChrysler Corp./Jeep Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Component Locations -> 2005-06 Liberty w/2.4L & 3.7L Engines, 2005-06 Grand Cherokee, 1998-06 Durango, 1994-06 Dakota (Except 1994 2.5L), Ram Truck 1500-3500, Ram Van 1500-3500
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 SLT 4.7 V8 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Dodge RAM 1500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge RAM 1500 TRX 4.7 V8 FLEX

  • 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 1500 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 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Locations
Vehicle: 2009 Dodge RAM 1500 TRX 4.7 V8 FLEX

Refer to F...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Dodge RAM 1500 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Dodge RAM 1500 Laramie 5.7 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable. Disconnect negative cable from battery before removing battery output wire (B+ wire) from alternator. Failure to do so can result in injury or damage to electrical system.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
  • Remove alternator drive belt.
  • Unsnap plastic insulator cap from B+ output terminal.
  • Remove B+ terminal mou...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Dodge RAM 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

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Vehicle: 2007 Dodge RAM 1500 ST 5.7 V8 GAS

If this lamp is lit while operating the vehicle, operate engine at idle speed or fast idle with transmissio...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Dodge RAM 1500 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 TRX4 4.7 V8 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at engine.
  • Remove hose from engine.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • D...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Dodge RAM 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge RAM 1500 ST 5.7 V8 GAS

  • Remove air intake tube between intake manifold and air filter.
  • Release belt tension by rotating tensioner counterclockwise with suitable wrench on tensioner pulley bolt.
  • Rotate belt tensioner until belt can be removed from pull...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Dodge RAM 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Body Component Diagram for 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 ST 5.7 V8 GASBody Component Diagram for 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 ST 5.7 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Clutch Interlock Switch
  • Parking Brake Switch
  • Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
  • Connector C-136
  • Connector C-137
  •  Diagram for 2007 Dodge RAM 1500 SLT 5.7 V8 GAS Diagram for 2007 Dodge RAM 1500 SLT 5.7 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Wiring Trailer Tow 7 Way
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Dodge RAM 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Dodge RAM 1500 SXT 4.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Dodge RAM 1500 SXT 4.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Driver Seat Switch
  • Driver Seat Front Vertical Adjuster Motor
  • Driver Seat Horizontal Adjuster Motor
  • Driver Seat Rear Vertical Adjuster Motor
  • Totally Integrated Power Module
  • 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 Laramie 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Dodge RAM 1500 Laramie 5.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Starter
  • Generator
  • Powertrain Control Module
  • Leak Detection Pump
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Dodge RAM 1500 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Door Is Rubbing Against The Fender When Opening And Closing
    Vehicle: 2009 Dodge RAM 1500 TRX 4.7 V8 FLEX

    Symptoms:
  • Sticking, Binding
  • Auto Systems:
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
  • Document: CRACKED WINDSHIELD
    Vehicle: 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 Laramie 4.7 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Dodge RAM 1500 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Dodge RAM 1500 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 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 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 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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