2004 DODGE RAM Truck 1500 / 2500 / 3500 Service & Repair Manual

SERVICE MANUAL 2004 RAM TRUCK 1500 - 2500 - 3500 To order the special service tools used and illustrated, please refer to the instructions on inside back cover. NO PART OF THIS PUBLICATION MAY BE REPRODUCED, STORED IN A RETRIEVAL SYSTEM, OR TRANSMITTED, IN ANY FORM OR BY ANY MEANS, ELECTRONIC, MECHANICAL, PHOTOCOPYING, RECORDING, OR OTHERWISE, WITHOUT THE PRIOR WRITTEN PERMISSION OF DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION. DaimlerChrysler Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design or to make additions to or improvements in its products without imposing any obligations upon itself to install them on its products previously manufac- tured. Copyright © 2003 DaimlerChrysler Corporation NEXT PAGE '

CAUTION ALL SERVICE AND REBUILDING INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED HEREIN ARE APPLICABLE TO, AND FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF, THE AUTOMOTIVE TRADE ONLY. All test and repair procedures on components or assemblies in non-automotive applications should be repaired in accordance with instructions supplied by the manufacturer of the total product. Proper service and repair is important to the safe, reliable, operation of all motor vehicles. The service procedures recommended and described in this publication were developed for professional service personnel and are effective methods for perform- ing vehicle repair. Following these procedures will help assure efficient economical vehicle performance and service reliability. Some of these service procedures require the use of special tools designed for specific procedures. These special tools should be used when recommended throughout this publication. Special attention should be exercised when working with spring or tension loaded fasteners and devices such as E-Clips, Circlips, Snap rings, etc., as careless removal may cause personal injury. Always wear safety goggles whenever working on vehicles or vehicle components. It is important to note that this publication contains various Cautions and Warnings. These should be carefully read in order to minimize the risk of personal injury, or the possibility that improper service methods may damage the vehicle or render it unsafe. It is important to note that these Cautions and Warnings cover only the situations and procedures DaimlerChrysler Corporation has encountered and recommended. DaimlerChrysler Corporation could not possibly know, evaluate, and advise the service trade of all conceivable ways that service may be performed, or of the possi- ble hazards of each. Consequently, DaimlerChrysler Corporation has not undertaken any such broad service review. Accordingly, anyone who uses a service procedure, or tool, that is not recommended in this publication must assure oneself thoroughly that neither personal safety, nor vehicle safety, be jeopardized by the service methods they select. For other Service and Owner Manuals for Chrysler, Plymouth, Dodge, Dodge Truck, and JeepT vehicles, Call (800) 890-4038 or FAX (440) 572-0815 to place an order. Or, visit our website at techauthority.daimlerchrysler.com. Tech Authority Online at our website offers you service information on a subscription basis. NEXT PAGE '

DaimlerChrysler Corporation UNITED STATES and CANADA The special service tools referred to herein are required for certain service operations. These special service tools or their equivalent, if not obtainable through a local source, are available through the following outlet. 28635 Mound Road, Warren, Michigan 48092, U.S.A. MILLER SPECIAL TOOLS SPX Corporation Telephone 1-800-801-5420 FAX 1-800-578-7375 INTERNATIONAL The special service tools referred to herein are required for certain service operations. These special service tools or their equivalent, if not obtainable through a local source, are available through the following outlet. 28635 Mound Road, Warren, Michigan 48092, U.S.A. MILLER SPECIAL TOOLS SPX Corporation Telephone 1-507-455-7320 FAX 1-800-578-7375 NEXT PAGE '

FOREWORD The information contained in this service manual has been prepared for the professional automotive tech- nician involved in daily repair operations. Information describing the operation and use of standard and optional equipment is included in the Owner’s Manual provided with the vehicle. Information in this manual is divided into groups. These groups contain description, operation, diagnosis, testing, adjustments, removal, installation, disassembly, and assembly procedures for the systems and components. To assist in locating a group title page, use the Group Tab Locator on the following page. The solid bar after the group title is aligned to a solid tab on the first page of each group. The first page of the group has a contents section that lists major topics within the group. If you are not sure which Group contains the information you need, look up the Component/System in the alphabetical index located in the rear of this manual. A Service Manual Comment form is included at the rear of this manual. Use the form to provide DaimlerChrysler Corporation with your comments and suggestions. Tightening torques are provided as a specific value throughout this manual. This value represents the midpoint of the acceptable engineering torque range for a given fastener application. These torque values are intended for use in service assembly and installation procedures using the correct OEM fasteners. When replacing fasteners, always use the same type (part number) fastener as removed. DaimlerChrysler Corporation reserves the right to change testing procedures, specifications, diagnosis, repair methods, or vehicle wiring at any time without prior notice or incurring obligation. NEXT PAGE '

2004 DODGE RAM Truck 1500 / 2500 / 3500 Service & Repair Manual

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