2013 Ram 1500 Service and Repair Manual
2013 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
- Tradesman Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
- R/T Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
- Express Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
- Laramie Longhorn Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
- HFE Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
- Outdoorsman Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
- SXT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
- Big Horn Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
- Laramie Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
- ST Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
- Tradesman Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
- Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
- SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
- ST Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
- SXT Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
- Laramie Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
- Outdoorsman Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
- Sport Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
- Tradesman Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
- Express Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
- SLT Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
- SXT Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
- Sport Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
- Big Horn Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
- Express Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
- SLT Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door
- ST Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
Engines covered
- 3.6L 3604CC 220Cu. In. V6 FLEX DOHC Naturally Aspirated
- 4.7L 287Cu. In. V8 FLEX SOHC Naturally Aspirated
- 5.7L 345Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
- 3.7L 226Cu. In. V6 GAS SOHC 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
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling aftermarket Mopar Canvas Seat Covers for certain 2012-2016 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks. These Mopar canvas seat covers were sold through Chrysler dealerships be
If the seat cover impedes the air bag deployment, the seat thorax air bags may not provide adequate
Chrysler will notify owners to remove the front seat covers and return them for a full refund. The
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018
If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. The recall
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2014-2016 Ram 3500 vehicles. Certain driving conditions, such as driving off-road or debris striking the vehicl
If the rollover side curtain air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increase
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC software, free of charge. The recall b
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 RAM 1500 trucks manufactured manufactured June 25, 2012, through December 12, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the coolant bypass val
Without a properly working windshield defrosting system, a buildup of mositure or ice could limit th
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace replace the suspect coolant valves along with
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 300 AWD, Dodge Charger AWD, and Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 vehicles equipped with ZF all wheel drive ("AWD") 8HP45 transmissions. I
The transmission output shaft fracture could result in a loss of power, increasing the risk of a cra
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the transmissions, as necessary, f
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured September 9, 2012, through March 5, 2013 and equipped with optional premium tail lamps. In the affected vehi
Without a warning that the turn signal is malfunctioning, the driver would continue to use the vehic
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Central Body Controller software, free o
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Ram 1500 vehicles manufactured December 17, 2012, through January 22, 2013. The parking brake cable equalizer was set incorrec
If the parking brake fails to operate as designed, the vehicle could roll when parked, increasing th
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reset the parking brake cable equalizer if required, f
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 RAM 1500 4x4 trucks manufactured June 26, 2012, through February 5, 2013. Due to a software issue with the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) module, the
A disabled ESC system may result in loss of directional control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ESC module software, free of charge. The r
Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
Squeak Or Squawk Noise Coming From Either Side Door Of The Vehicle, It Could Be Just One Door Or More. The Noise Can Be Present In Either The Upper Or The Lower Hinge.
Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates
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Showing the 8 most recent of 194 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
I WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END CRASH IMPACT SPEED AT ABOUT 35-40 MPH AND AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. TH CRASH OCCURRED ON A BUSINESS/RESIDENTIAL ROADWAY.
Front end impact during a traffic collision failed to actuate the airbags resulting in a neck/upper back injury. The collision occurred at approx. 35-40mph into another car (broadside collision).
CRUISE CONTROL SET AT 65 WHICH WAS LEGAL SPEED FOR THE ROAD, ATTEMPTED TO DISENGAGE CRUISE CONTROL APPLIED BRAKES MULTIPLE TIMES AND TRUCK WOULD NOT SLOW DOWN AND BRAKES WOULD NOT ENGAGE RESULTING IN
DRIVING ASSISTANCE FEATURES WERE RENDERED UNAVAILABLE DURING A SOFTWARE UPDATE WHICH I BELIEVE CONTRIBUTED TO A COLLISION. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY WHEN CONTROL WAS LOST RESULTING IN A C
DRIVING ASSISTANCE FEATURES WERE RENDERED UNAVAILABLE DURING A SOFTWARE UPDATE WHICH I BELIEVE CONTRIBUTED TO A COLLISION. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY WHEN CONTROL WAS LOST RESULTING IN A C
Showing the 5 most serious of 1552 complaints filed with NHTSA.
