Ram 1500 Service Bulletins
3,710 manufacturer communications on file.
- May 30, 2015•Document ID: 10148942Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE); POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 21-037-15
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- RAM
SummaryTransmission Heater Assembly Reinforcement Plate This bulletin involves verifying the Transmission Heater Assembly build date and if necessary, replacing the Transmission Heater. A small number of customers may notice the presence of transmission fluid in the engine coolant.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - May 27, 2015•Document ID: 10148931Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 18-021-15 REVA
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- RAM
SummaryFlash: 3.0L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. It also involves replacement of the Oxygen (O2) Sensor and cleaning or replacement of the Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) Sensor 1/2 if necessary depending on Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) that may have set. A small number of customers may experience an intermittent engine shudder or vibration which may not set a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC). In addition other customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination upon which the technician may find one or more of the following DTCs have been set: ? P20C2-00 - Reductant Heater 3 Control Circuit Performance. ? P204F-00 - Reductant System Performance. ? P20E9-00 - Reductant Pressure Too High. ? P249C-00 - Excessive Time To Enter Closed Loop Reductant Injection Timing Control. ? P1288-00 - NOX Sensor 1/2 Zero Offset Too High. ? P2002-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter Efficiency Below Threshold. ? P2299-00 - Brake Pedal Position / Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible. ? P241D-00 - Scr Inducement - Forced Engine Shutdown. ? P016A-00 - Excessive Time To Enter Closed Loop Air/Fuel Ratio Control. ? P2459-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration Frequency. ? P0133-00 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Slow Response. ? P2084-00 - Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Performance - (1/2). ? P0171-00 - Fuel System 1/1 Lean. ? P0426-00 - Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Performance (1/1). ? P0045-00 - Turbocharger Boost Control Circuit/Open. ? P0087-00 - Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low. ? P009A-00 - Intake Air Temperature/Ambient Air Temperature Correlation. ? P0128-00 - Thermostat Rationality. ? P0234-00 - Turbocharger Overboost Condition. ? P0420-00 - Catalyst Efficiency (Bank 1). ? P05F8-00 - Reductant Heater Control Module Performance. ? P050E-00 - Cold Start Engine Exhaust Temperature Too Low. ? P200A-00 - Intake M
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - May 19, 2015•Document ID: 10148919Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 07-004-15 REVA
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- RAM
SummaryMalfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated DTC P1D73 Active Grill Shutter (AGS) Performance This bulletin involves inspecting and securing the AGS actuator motor case housing. The customer may describe the MIL is illuminated. On further inspection the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1D73 Active Grill Shutter (AGS) Performance.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - April 30, 2015•Document ID: 10220454Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 1803715
- Date Added:
- September 26, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- RAM
Summary5.7L P26AB Engine coolant bypass valve stuck.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - April 30, 2015•Document ID: 10191425Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 18-037-15
- Date Added:
- May 3, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- RAM
Summary5.7L P26AB Engine coolant bypass valve stuck.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - April 25, 2015•Document ID: 10220462Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 2102815
- Date Added:
- September 26, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- RAM
Summary8HP70 Tranmission shift enhancements.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - April 25, 2015•Document ID: 10191433Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 21-028-15
- Date Added:
- May 3, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- RAM
Summary8HP70 Tranmission shift enhancements.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - April 18, 2015•Document ID: 10150543Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 21-025-15
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- RAM
SummaryFlash: 854RE Transmission Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customer may experience one or more of the following. ? Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0734 - Gear 4 Shift Incorrect Ratio set in the TCM memory. ? Bump sensation felt during engine start/stop transition on light throttle acceleration (Engine Stop Start (ESS) equipped vehicles only). ? Less than desired overall downshifts during normal driving. ? Less than desired downshifts during passing maneuvers. ? Less than desired upshift quality in lower gears.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - March 31, 2015•Document ID: 10144868Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 07-002-15 REV. A
- Date Added:
- September 24, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- CHRYSLER
SummaryIdler Pulley Noise During Cold Start This bulletin involves replacing the idler pulley. The customer may describe a loud high frequency noise that happens within 20 seconds of engine startup and lasts about 90 seconds intermittently during a cold engine start, approximately 0 degrees C (32 degrees F) and below.
Associated Products (32)2015 Jeep Cherokee2014 Chrysler 2002014 Chrysler 3002014 Dodge Challenger2014 Dodge Charger2014 Dodge Durango2014 Dodge Journey2014 Jeep Cherokee2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee2014 Ram 15002013 Chrysler 2002013 Chrysler 3002013 Dodge Challenger2013 Dodge Charger2013 Dodge Durango2013 Dodge Journey2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee2013 Ram 15002012 Chrysler 2002012 Chrysler 300+ 12 moreAssociated Documents - March 31, 2015•Document ID: 10144797Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB; SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 9002544
- Date Added:
- September 24, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- RAM
SummaryPart Description: Front Hub & Bearing Assembly Issue Description: Before replacing this part, please call Paul Kuehl on his cell at (248) 535-7013. If no answer, and no return call in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - March 27, 2015•Document ID: 10144857Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 08-031-15
- Date Added:
- September 24, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- JEEP
SummaryRA3 RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and, if required, updating the radio software. A small number of customers may experience one or more of the following: ? Enable High Definition (HD) feature, (RA4 radios located in Canada and Mexico). ? Keyboard improvements, in the Points Of Interest (POI) section. ? Low battery condition due to the radio remaining powered up after the ignition has been turned off (U.S Markets Only). ? The Radio may switch from SiriusXM to an AM station by itself. ? Uconnect registration always present, can not remove Uconnect account. ? Teleprompter does not appear when pressing the Voice Recognition (VR) button. ? VR operation cancels while in media mode. ? Radio may display previous cameras image before displaying the current image. ? Navigation lost vehicle position, during route calculation. ? Navigation displays are missing after vehicle heading changes. ? Navigation giving incorrect guidance to exit the highway. ? FM audio may switch to AM after ignition cycle. ? Text messages appear as sender?s phone number not their name. ? VR phone button may not work at times. ? Audio muted after AUX device is disconnected. ? VR, ? Listen? to text, will only play 1st message. ? Drive Mode: Eco, sport or normal setting may not be saved after key cycle (LA, LD, LX and ZD Only). ? Drive Mode: Shift light On/Off, out of sync (LA, LD, LX and ZD Only). ? SirusXM station information does not update. ? Speed adjusted volume, may not work. ? AM or FM seek or tuner soft keys may be missing. ? Display screen show ambient temperature as ?- - ? not normal values. Improvements: ? High Definition (HD) radio buffering. ? Spanish translation. ? Radio station, scroll feature. ? Drive Mode: Launch control button, text improvements (LA, LD, LX and ZD Only). ? Making assist calls. ? App functionality and screen displays. ? Displays correct media, song titles and tracks. ? Travel
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - March 27, 2015•Document ID: 10144856Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 08-030-15
- Date Added:
- September 24, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- RAM
SummaryAuto Headlamp Enhancements This bulletin involves checking Tunnel Detection values and performing a vehicle reconfiguration if needed. The customer may experience when exiting a dark parking structure or dark tunnel the auto headlamps may not turn off. The customer may also experience when driving on an over cast day the auto headlamps may cycle on and off frequently.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - March 27, 2015•Document ID: 10057932Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 08-030-15
- Date Added:
- July 15, 2015
- Manufacturer:
- RAM
SummaryCHRYSLER 2014-2015 RAM1500, RAM 2500, RAM3500 PICKUP, RAM4500/5500CAB CHASSIS, RAM 3500 CAB CHASSIS: BULLETIN INFORMATION REGARDING AUTO HEADLAMP ENHANCEMENTS, CHECKING TUNNEL DETECTION VALUES AND PERFORMING A VEHICLE RECONFIGURATION IF NEEDED. *LJ
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - March 24, 2015•Document ID: 10144852Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SEATS; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; STEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 08-028-15
- Date Added:
- September 24, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- JEEP
SummaryRA2 Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio's software. A customer may experience one or more of the following: ? Not able to change state of heated seats and/or steering wheel during stop event on Stop/Start vehicles. ? Touchscreen confirmation beep may be too loud (Grand Cherokee only). ? U0208-00 - Loss Communication With Heated Seat Control Module (Cherokee only). Improvements: ? Only allow vehicle settings to be changed in run mode. To help ensure settings are properly saved. ? Always gray out text message soft keys for non-supporting devices. ? Voice Recognition (VR) improved accuracy.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - March 24, 2015•Document ID: 10144851Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT; SEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 08-029-15
- Date Added:
- September 24, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- JEEP
SummaryRG2 Or RJ2 Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio's software. A customer may experience one or more of the following: ? Not able to change state of heated seats and/or steering wheel during stop event on Stop/Start vehicles. ? Touchscreen confirmation beep may be too loud. ? The radio does not allow selection of the Polish language. ? The radio fan continually runs at high speed. ? Customer perception may be the radio fan is too loud. Improvements: ? Only allow vehicle settings to be changed in run mode. To help insure settings are properly saved. ? Always gray out text message soft keys for non-supporting devices. ? Voice Recognition (VR) improved accuracy.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - March 18, 2015•Document ID: 10144843Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 07-004-15
- Date Added:
- September 24, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- RAM
SummaryMalfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated DTC P1D73 Active Grill Shutter (AGS) Performance This bulletin involves inspecting and securing the AGS actuator motor case housing. The customer may describe the MIL is illuminated. On further inspection the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1D73 Active Grill Shutter (AGS) Performance.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - March 14, 2015•Document ID: 10144842Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 18-021-15
- Date Added:
- September 24, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- RAM
SummaryFlash: 3.0L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. It also involves replacement of the Oxygen (O2) Sensor and cleaning or replacement of the Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) Sensor 1/2 if necessary depending on Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) that may have set. A small number of customers may experience an intermittent engine shudder or vibration which may not set a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC). In addition other customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination upon which the technician may find one or more of the following DTCs have been set: ? P20C2 - Reductant Heater 3 Control Circuit Performance. ? P204F - Reductant System Performance. ? P20E9 - Reductant Pressure Too High. ? P016A-00 - Excessive Time To Enter Closed Loop Air/Fuel Ratio Control. ? P2459-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration Frequency. ? P0133-00 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Slow Response. ? P2084-00 - Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Performance - (1/2). ? P0171-00 - Fuel System 1/1 Lean. ? P0426-00 - Catalyst Temperature Sensor Circuit Performance (1/1). ? P0045-00 - Turbocharger Boost Control Circuit/Open. ? P0087-00 - Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low. ? P009A-00 - Intake Air Temperature/Ambient Air Temperature Correlation. ? P0128-00 - Thermostat Rationality. ? P0234-00 - Turbocharger Overboost Condition. ? P0420-00 - Catalyst Efficiency (Bank 1). ? P05F8-00 - Reductant Heater Control Module Performance. ? P050E-00 - Cold Start Engine Exhaust Temperature Too Low. ? P200A-00 - Intake Manifold Runner Performance - (Bank 1). ? P200B-00 - Intake Manifold Runner Performance - (Bank 2). ? P202E-00 - Reductant Injection Valve Circuit Performance. ? P204F-00 - Reductant System Performance. ? P2080-00 - Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit Performance. ? P20BA-00 - Reductant Heater 1 Control Circuit Performance. ? P20BE-00 -
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - March 4, 2015•Document ID: 10144828Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 21-014-15
- Date Added:
- September 24, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- RAM
SummaryFlash: 8HP70 Transmission Shift Quality And Drivability Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software A small number of customers may experience one or more of the following conditions. ? Bump sensation during tip-in acceleration between 5-10 mph (8-16 kph). ? Less than desired transmission performance during Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) lockup. ? Less than desired transmission performance in Tow/Haul mode. ? Less than desired transmission performance during coast down deceleration at higher altitudes. ? Bump sensation during 6-5 downshift. ? Bump sensation during 1-2 upshift.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - March 4, 2015•Document ID: 10144805Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 18-019-15
- Date Added:
- September 24, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- RAM
SummaryFlash: 3.0L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation a technician may find one of more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the PCM memory. ? P20C2 - Reductant Heater 3 Control Circuit Performance. ? P204F - Reductant System Performance. ? P20E9 - Reductant Pressure Too High. ? P016A-00 - Excessive Time To Enter Closed Loop Air/Fuel Ratio Control. In addition to addressing the above DTCs, the following powertrain system improvements/enhancements are also included in this software release. ? Enhancements to improve A/C compressor relay duty cycle operation to prevent ignition off battery draw. ? Powertrain system improvements to enable EGR cleaning routine.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - February 28, 2015•Document ID: 10229210Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 1801515
- Date Added:
- January 9, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- RAM
SummaryMalfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination And/Or Intermittent No Crank No Start This bulletin involves inspecting the Charge Air Cooler (CAC) system for excessive water and/or ice and drying the CAC components if needed. It also involves installing a winter front cover.
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