2016 Ram 5500 Service and Repair Manual

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2016 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
  • Tradesman Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door
  • Laramie Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door
  • Tradesman Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door
  • SLT Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 6.4L 6424CC 392Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
  • 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

2016 Ram 5500 Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #16V49500001/07/2016Component: POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ram 3500 trucks manufactured July 24, 2015, through January 7, 2016, and 2016 Ram 4500/5500 trucks manufactured July 24, 2015, through Octobe

Consequence

If the main output shaft fractures, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a cras

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer case, free of charge. The recall

TSB #11032344

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.

TSB #11031241

Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.

TSB #11030026

SPEAKER - NONE

TSB #11030025

SPEAKER - NONE

TSB #11022027

Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders: Warranty, Mopar, customer pay and service contract. Order "68" part number for New unsold units only.

TSB #11021585

LAMP - DOME

TSB #11019776

LAMP - DOME

TSB #11017451

LAMP - DOME

Showing the 8 most recent of 306 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20230614Component: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDSCrash reported3 injured

The contact owns a 2016 Ram 5500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH the driver's side rear outer wheel suddenly detached from the vehicle. Upon inspection, it was discovere

20230522Component: WHEELSCrash reported

The contact owns a 2016 Ram 5500. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH and making a left turn the dual left rear tires had separated from the vehicle and the vehicle landed on the axl

20191018Component: POWER TRAINFire reported

OUR TRANSFER CASE FAILED (BLOW APART) CAUSING A FIRE . WE HAD THE TRUCK TOWED TO OUR DEALER AND FOR THE LAST THREE WEEKS DODGE HAS NOT ALLOWED THE REPAIR TO PROCEED OR PROVIDED US WITH CONTACT INFORM

20250702Component: POWER TRAIN

The contact owns a 2016 Ram 5500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle returned to normal function

20230928Component: WHEELS

The contact owns a 2016 Ram 5500. The contact stated that on two separate occasions while his driver was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started to shake violently when all four tires det

Showing the 5 most serious of 23 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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