2015 Ram 1500 Service and Repair Manual
2015 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
- Rebel Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
- Limited Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
- Laramie Limited Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
- Tradesman Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
- Lone Star Extended Cab Pickup 4-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
- Lone Star Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
- Lone Star Standard Cab Pickup 2-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
- Big Horn Standard Cab Pickup 2-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
- Special Service Crew 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
- 5.7L 345Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
- 3.0L 2987CC 182Cu. In. V6 DIESEL DOHC Turbocharged
- 3.6L 3600CC 220Cu. In. V6 GAS DOHC 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 certain 2015-2017 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with a power locking tailgate and either a 5 foot, 7 inch or 6 foot, 4 inch bed. The tailgate actu
If the tailgate latch releases and the tailgate opens while driving, cargo may fall out, creating a
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 1500 Classic Pickup trucks equipped with 3.0L Eco Diesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-
Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured January 22, 2015, to September 13, 2015. Contamination on the Electric Power Steering (EPS) control circui
If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required,
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS unit, free of charge. The recall is e
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 model year 2015-2016 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured June 17, 2015, to September 28, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been built with rear axles that were
If the rear axle shaft was not properly heated treated, it may fracture and a wheel separation could
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the axle assemblies,
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ram 1500 and 2014-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate ca
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintai
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Ram 1500 Classic, 2015-2016 Ram 3500, and Ram 2500 vehicles, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating less than 10,000 lbs
A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in th
Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Interim owner
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce in
Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will replace the HPFP, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system compone
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 (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate,
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of c
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.
The vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the following transmission models: 845RE, 8HP45, 850RE, 8HP50, 8HP70, 8HP75, 8HP75-PHEV, 8HP75-LCV, 8HP90, 8HP95. Transmissions may exhibit the following dia
Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS Related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
If Safety Recall Z46 has not been completed, order 68235275AB.
If Safety Recall Z46 has been completed, order 68632011AA.
Showing the 8 most recent of 244 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
I was driving on the Interstate when a electronic short warning light come on, I pulled over on the shoulder of the road and my engine quit and smoke started to come from the engine. I opened the hood
I was driving on the Interstate when a electronic short warning light come on, I pulled over on the shoulder of the road and my engine quit and smoke started to come from the engine. I opened the hood
MY VEHICLE HAS SUFFERED BOTH MAJOR SAFETY RECALLS, ONCE WHERE I WAS WITH MY SON AFTER PICKING HIM UP FROM SCHOOL ON A HIGHWAY THE EGR CANISTER SPONTANEOUSLY COMBUSTED CAUSING MAJOR DAMAGE THAT FCA SA
TAKATA INFLATOR FAILED WHEN IN A FRONT END CRASH DUE TO A DRUNK DRIVER AT 45MPH. DRUNK DRIVER HIT CAR IN FRONT OF ME AND I SWERVED TO THE LEFT AND T-BONED DRUNK DRIVER ON PASSENGER SIDE DOOR CAUSING H
TAKATA INFLATOR FAILED WHEN IN A FRONT END CRASH DUE TO A DRUNK DRIVER AT 45MPH. DRUNK DRIVER HIT CAR IN FRONT OF ME AND I SWERVED TO THE LEFT AND T-BONED DRUNK DRIVER ON PASSENGER SIDE DOOR CAUSING H
Showing the 5 most serious of 1922 complaints filed with NHTSA.
