1998 Dodge Ram 1500 Service and Repair Manual

1998 Dodge Ram 1500 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

• Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
• ST Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
• Laramie Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
• SS/T 5.9L Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
• WS Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
• Lujo Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
• ST Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door
• Sport Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door
• R/T Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
• Custom Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
• Laramie Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
• Sport Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
• ST Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
• ST Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
• Laramie Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door

Engines covered

• 5.9L 360Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
• 3.9L 3906CC 239Cu. In. V6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
• 5.2L 5211CC 318Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
• 3.9L 3908CC 238Cu. In. V6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated

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