2019 Ram 5500 Service and Repair Manual

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2019 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

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

Engines covered

  • GAS
  • 6.7L 408Cu. In. l6 DIESEL Turbocharged
  • 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

2019 Ram 5500 Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #20V51100027/08/2020Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 cab chassis built with a Cummins 6.7L High Output engine. Inadequate warmup protection can cause a lack of oil film on th

Consequence

A damaged engine block may leak oil, which can contact hot engine or exhaust components, increasing

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the engine calibration software to enhance the e

NHTSA #19V49800027/06/2019Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks, and 3500, 4500, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles equipped with diesel engines. The fuel lines may leak fuel into the engine comp

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel lines, replacing them if necessary, f

NHTSA #22V03500027/01/2022Component: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 vehicles, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, 5500 Cab Chassis and 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating (

Consequence

Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will tighten the wiper nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed Februar

NHTSA #21V02300026/01/2021Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, A

Excellance, Inc (Excellance) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Excellance-modified RAM 4500/5500 vehicles to be equipped with CLASS Suspension Systems. In the affected suspension systems, the rear brak

Consequence

A worn rear brake caliper flexible line may cause brake fluid leakage which may result in a partial

Remedy

Excellance will notify owners, and dealers will install a kit to remedy any damage and to prevent an

NHTSA #20E03100013/05/2020Component: SUSPENSION:REAR

LiquidSpring LLC (LiquidSpring) is recalling certain Compressible Liquid Adaptive Suspension Systems (C.L.A.S.S.), part numbers DS135RS3A, DS135RS3AF, DS135RS3-DM, sold for use with 2019-2020 RAM 450

Consequence

A worn rear brake caliper flexible line may cause brake fluid leakage which may result in a partial

Remedy

LiquidSpring has notified the purchasers, and the affected vehicle manufacturers will file recalls t

NHTSA #21V00800013/01/2021Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND

Braun Northwest (Braun Northwest) is recalling certain 2019-2020 RAM 4500/5500 vehicles equipped with Liquid Spring rear suspension systems. In the affected suspension systems, the rear brake caliper

Consequence

A worn rear brake line may leak fluid, resulting in a partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, i

Remedy

Braun Northwest will notify owners, and dealers will install a repair kit to each rear caliper and m

NHTSA #21V88000012/11/2021Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500, 3500 pickup trucks, and Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines. The High Pressur

Consequence

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the HPFP, update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, and inspect and

NHTSA #22V75900011/10/2022Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, A

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The rear brake hose inside diameter may be too small, which could cause the hose to rupture. As such, th

Consequence

A brake hose rupture can cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed A

TSB #11032827

Replace K1 Clutch / Input Shaft Assembly Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): P0731-00 - Gear 1 Shift Incorrect Ratio (This D

TSB #11032650

Replace K1 Clutch / Input Shaft Assembly Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): P0731-00 - Gear 1 Shift Incorrect Ratio (This D

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 #11031466

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P2459-00 Particulate Filter Regeneration Too Frequent Setting in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) or Under Fueling or Over Fueling Condition After Fuel Injector(s) Replacement

TSB #11031241

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

TSB #11030269

Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection

TSB #11030229

Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): **P0111-00 - In

TSB #11030042

Active Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B1A10-00, B1A11-00, B1A12- 00, B1A13-00-, B1A14-00, B1A15-00, B1A16-00, and B1A17-00 in The Radio Frequency Hub (RFH)

Showing the 8 most recent of 398 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20210720Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGFire reported

The contact's husband owns a 2019 Ram 5500. While her husband was driving 45 mph, he heard an abnormal sound coming from the engine as the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle stalled w

20250126Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE2 injured

While unloading cargo, I was standing on the flatbed of the truck, leaning over the standing side-gates, without realizing they weren’t locked in place. The gates fell down onto a co-worker and I fe

20251015Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

The contact owns a 2019 Ram 5500. While the contact's husband was driving the vehicle at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intende

20240521Component: TIRES:BEAD

The contact owns a 2019 Ram 5500. The contact stated that while one of his drivers was driving at an undisclosed speed, the tire tread detached and began to roll down the highway. The driver pulled ov

20230809Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

The contact owns a 2019 Ram 5500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 22V759000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, parts to do the recall

Showing the 5 most serious of 11 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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