1996 Dodge Ram 2500 Service and Repair Manual

1996 Dodge Ram 2500 service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and reference wiring diagrams and system sections quickly while you work.

What’s included

• Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
• Specifications and reference data (where provided)
• Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
• Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

Trims covered

• Base Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door
• Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
• Runner Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
• Custom Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
• Laramie Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
• Limited Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
• Base Cab & Chassis 2-Door
• Lujo Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door

Engines covered

• 5.9L 360Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
• 8.0L 7990CC 488Cu. In. V10 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
• 5.2L 5211CC 318Cu. In. V8 CNG OHV Naturally Aspirated
• 5.2L 5211CC 318Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
• 5.9L 359Cu. In. l6 DIESEL OHV Turbocharged

Index / Table of contents

• Body
• Brakes
• Chassis Electrical
• Driveline
• Engine Cooling
• Engine Electrical
• Engine Mechanical
• Engine Performance & Emission Controls
• Fuel System
• General Information & Identification
• Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
• Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
• Steering
• Suspension
• Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
• Wiring Diagrams