2008 Dodge Ram 5500 Service and Repair Manual

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2008 Dodge Ram 5500 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

  • SLT Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door
  • ST Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door
  • Base Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door
  • Base Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door
  • Laramie Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door
  • SLT Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door
  • Laramie Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door
  • ST Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 6.7L 408Cu. 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

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Vehicle Safety Data

2008 Dodge Ram 5500 Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #16V35200024/05/2016Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain mode

Consequence

These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger fronta

Remedy

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will no

NHTSA #13V52700006/11/2013Component: STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured February 20, 2007, through December 22, 2012. The left tie rod assembly may break.

Consequence

A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a

Remedy

On May 19, 2015 Chrysler notified owners that dealers would replace the tie rod assembly, free of ch

TSB #10248509

Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing t

TSB #10244348

Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing t

TSB #10221097

Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. 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

TSB #10191455

Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only.

TSB #10191460

Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.

TSB #10175735

Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are neces

TSB #10175743

Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19

TSB #10041904

DODGE: BULLETIN PROVIDING ALIGNMENT PROCEDURES FOR TIE ROD BALL STUD HOUSING FOR THE RIGHT AND LEFT. MODEL YRS FOR CAB CHASSIS (REG AND MEGA PICKUPS AND 4X4) 2003-2011. *PE

Showing the 8 most recent of 19 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20150211Component: ENGINEFire reported

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE RAM 5500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED SMOKING FROM UNDER THE HOOD AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED. THE VEHICLE CAUG

20090428Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMFire reported

MY LIGHTS STARTED TO FAIL THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY TRUCKS ELECTRICAL ALL WENT OUT WHILE GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND WOULD NOT START BACK UP WITH NO POWER I HAD TO STRUGGLE TO GET THE TRUCK STOPPED THE F

20160811Component: STEERING

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE RAM 5500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V527000 (STEERING). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REA

20160203Component: STEERING

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE RAM 5500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V527000 (STEERING); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED T

20151013Component: AIR BAGS

I RECEIVED 2 RECALL NOTICES. I HAVE SPENT HOURS TRYING TO WORK WITH CHRYSLER TO FIND A DEALERSHIP THAT WOULD BE ABLE TO FIX AND ALIGN MY TOW TRUCK. THEY HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO FIND A DEALERSHIP WITHIN

Showing the 5 most serious of 21 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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