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2005 Dodge Ram 3500 TSBs

40 Technical Service Bulletins across 8 categories

Engine

15 bulletins
10229181

Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications.

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An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. Unless, the EGR Block-Off Plate is being transferred from the old engine.

10223854

Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four...

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piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. Clean the oil pan T-joints.~ 2. Fill the T-joint between the pan rail/gear housing and pan rail/rear seal retainer with sealant. Use Mopar Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant or equivalent. 3. Apply a 2-mm [0.063-in] bead of Mopar Engine Sealant RTV Silicone Rubber Adhesive, to the oil pan flange.~ 4. The four piece gasket will need to be assembled to make a complete oil pan gasket. 5. Lay the oil pan gasket(s) onto the oil pan flange.~ 6. Ensure the oil pan gasket segment joints are properly aligned. 7. Apply a 2-mm [0.063-in] bead of Mopar Engine Sealant RTV Silicone Rubber Adhesive, to the top of the oil pan gasket.~ 8. Install the oil pan. Starting from the center and working outward, tighten the oil pan bolts to 28 Nm [21 ft. lbs.].

10223602

Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications.

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An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. Unless, the EGR Block-Off Plate is being transferred from the old engine.

10223599

Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications.

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To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with a white connector can be used on 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Valve bodies with a gray connector can only be used on 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.~ Solenoid packs with a white connector are used with 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Solenoid packs with a gray connector are used with 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.

10221097

Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1.

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All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage. Vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015 requires Service Kit PN 68461214AA; includes Transmission Isolator PN 68264483AA, and Adaptation Bracket 68264479AA and Fastener Service Kit PN 68329056AA Vehicles built after on or after 10/23/2015 will require only the Fastener Service Kit PN 68329056AA. 2. All 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the vehicle you are repairing has a crack in the flex plate or failed pump bushing inspect and confirm that both (2) dowel pins are present in the engine block, which align the transmission center line to the crank shaft centerline and visually inspect the dowel alignment holes in the transmission case. If the holes are damaged or elongated the transmission should be replaced to prevent further damage to the transmission/flexplate or pump bushing due to the inability to properly align the engine to the transmission during the repair. 3. All 62TE equipped vehicles. If pump bushing is scored or damaged and the dowel pin alignment holes are ok, replace the pump assembly as opposed to complete transmission. 4. All 62TE equipped vehicles. If vehicle is jerking/slipping with MIL code(s) P0740 or P2764, check TCC Solenoid operation. If TCC Solenoid is ok, the codes are indicative of a torque converter failure. Replace the torque converter.

10220840

Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1.

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All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage. Vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015 requires Service Kit PN 68461214AA; includes Transmission Isolator PN 68264483AA, and Adaptation Bracket 68264479AA and Fastener Service Kit PN 68329056AA Vehicles built after on or after 10/23/2015 will require only the Fastener Service Kit PN 68329056AA. 2. All 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the vehicle you are repairing has a crack in the flex plate or failed pump bushing inspect and confirm that both (2) dowel pins are present in the engine block, which align the transmission center line to the crank shaft centerline and visually inspect the dowel alignment holes in the transmission case. If the holes are damaged or elongated the transmission should be replaced to prevent further damage to the transmission/flexplate or pump bushing due to the inability to properly align the engine to the transmission during the repair. 3. All 62TE equipped vehicles. If pump bushing is scored or damaged and the dowel pin alignment holes are ok, replace the pump assembly as opposed to complete transmission. 4. All 62TE equipped vehicles. If vehicle is jerking/slipping with MIL code(s) P0740 or P2764, check TCC Solenoid operation. If TCC Solenoid is ok, the codes are indicative of a torque converter failure. Replace the torque converter.

10191460

Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.

10191455

Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket.

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This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only.

10139595

Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator,...

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attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement lease order 68253099AA. Note: Insulator color is not relevant for service

10139009

68069384A$, R8069384A$, 68086182A$, R8027067A$, RL002012A$ - Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Before replacing injectors for...

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Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, and/or P0206, please make sure that the wiring loom and/or connector in the valve cover gasket is not the root cause to your concern. In addition, make sure that the wiring attaching nuts are torqued to their proper value.~

10121927

NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar...

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(M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA).~

10015802

ALL VEHICLES - EVAPORATIVE LEAK DETECTION MONITOR ENHANCEMENT; RAM QUAD CABS VEHICLES HAVE COLD START ROUGH IDLE AND...

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MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0330, AND/OR P0740. *TT

10015058

IDLE FLUCTUATION/DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES.

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*TT

10015057

IDLE SPEED VIBRATION WITH G56 TRANSMISSION.

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*TT

10010567

5.7L ENGINE LONG BLOCK REPAIR / REPLACE PROCEDURES.

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WARRANTY PLANNING & ADMINISTRATION *TT

Other

9 bulletins
11010205

Plate - Planetary

10220101

Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry...

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awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.

10220097

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to...

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structural repair parts usage.

10216348

Heavy Duty Filtration MOPAR Retrofit or Add On Parts Available

10175743

Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19

10169249

Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry...

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awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.

10169245

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to...

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structural repair parts usage.

10129008

82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states ...

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(Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio). Mopar offers an alternative product (82213192) which is a water based product approved for sale in the aforementioned states.~ ~ Please inform the customer & your prep dept that spraying excessive amounts of the fabric protector on load floors will result in the breaking down of the adhesive (glue) that is used to create the bond between the fabric (carpet) and the load floor. This will apply to any vehicles equipped with rear load floors such as WK, WD, PM, MK, KA, KK. The carpet will appear to be loose, wrinkly, or bunch up~

10128933

Heavy Duty Filtration MOPAR Retrofit or Add On Parts Available

Electrical

4 bulletins
10175735

Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test...

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equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.

10012809

MOPAR ACCESSORY REMOTE STARTER INOPERATIVE DUE TO HOOD SWITCH.

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*TT

10012244

THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WAS INADVERTENTLY PROGRAMMED WITH INCORRECT SOFTWARE.

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THIS CAN CAUSE THE ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) FUEL SYSTEM MONITOR TO MALFUNCTION. EMISSIONS RECALL D46. *TT

10005981

GENERIC POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROCEDURE.

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*TT *MJ THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES BULLETIN 18-006-04A DATED 04/06/2004. *TT

Transmission

4 bulletins
10129011

56045489A$ - Neutral Safety Switch - Trans Assy 06036369AA Screw and Washer is now available as a service part , 2...

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required to attach Neutral Start Switch

10022003

1-2 SHIFT HUNT AT LIGHT THROTTLE.

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*KB

10019633

TRANSMISSION JUMPS OUT OF REVERSE.

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*TT

10016026

NEW 42RLE VARIABLE LINE PRESSURE TRANSMISSION (VLP).

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*TT

Steering

3 bulletins
10041904

DODGE: BULLETIN PROVIDING ALIGNMENT PROCEDURES FOR TIE ROD BALL STUD HOUSING FOR THE RIGHT AND LEFT.

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MODEL YRS FOR CAB CHASSIS (REG AND MEGA PICKUPS AND 4X4) 2003-2011. *PE

10011958

POWER STEERING FLUID CONTAMINATION.

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*TT

10011930

STEERING COLUMN SNAPPING OR TICKING SOUND.

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*TT

Pre-Delivery & Maintenance

2 bulletins
10229256

KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number.

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The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.

10221686

KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number.

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The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.

Lighting

2 bulletins
10220099

Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair...

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industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

10169247

Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair...

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industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

Fuel System

1 bulletin
10010488

FUEL ECONOMY IMPROVEMENT, WHITE SMOKE ON START UP, ACCURACY OF FUEL MILEAGE IN OVERHEAD CONSOLE DISPLAY.

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FLASH. *TT