2017 Ram 4500 Service and Repair Manual

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2017 Ram 4500 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

  • Base Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door
  • Base Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab

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

2017 Ram 4500 Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #24V89600027/11/2024Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The hydraulic control unit (HCU) may fail, which can caus

Consequence

A loss of anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, or traction control can increase the risk

Remedy

Dealers will replace the brake HCU, or replace the HCU motor, free of charge. Interim notification

NHTSA #21V39800027/05/2021Component: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. Incorrect information in the Service and Owner's Manuals may cause t

Consequence

Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service docum

NHTSA #17V82400021/12/2017Component: EQUIPMENT

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models i

Consequence

If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, f

NHTSA #17V82100020/12/2017Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 200

Consequence

Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ign

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as

NHTSA #18V33200017/05/2018Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and

Consequence

If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control,

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on

NHTSA #17V56200012/09/2017Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines that have Concen

Consequence

The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pumps, free of charge. The recall b

NHTSA #18V10000008/02/2018Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake ped

Consequence

Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ign

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will update the Body Control Module software. Dealers will

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 #11027838

Seatbelt Slow Retraction.

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

Showing the 8 most recent of 320 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20211020Component: SUSPENSIONCrash reported

The contact owns a 2017 RAM 4500. The contact stated while towing 3 vehicles and driving 60 mph, when the front of the vehicle began to vibrate. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. Th

20211020Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported

The contact owns a 2017 RAM 4500. The contact stated while towing 3 vehicles and driving 60 mph, when the front of the vehicle began to vibrate. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. Th

20211020Component: POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)Crash reported

The contact owns a 2017 RAM 4500. The contact stated while towing 3 vehicles and driving 60 mph, when the front of the vehicle began to vibrate. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. Th

20250818Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 4500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Th

20190118Component: POWER TRAIN

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM 4500. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TRANSMISSION ERRONEOUSLY SWITCHED INTO NEUTRAL AND THE VEHICLE DECELERATED. DURING THE FAILURE, THE SERVICE ENGINE INDICATOR ILL

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