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3rd Gen Non-Drivetrain FAQ
I am going to start to compile a FAQ list in this thread. Please do not reply directly to this thread. I do need suggestions for Q's (with A's would be nice
) though, please send those to me in a
private message. Please don't post them in this thread. Corrections are very welcome.
This is a work in progress, hopefully it will become very useful in the future.
Q. How can I track the status of the new Ram I just ordered?
A. Visit this site: Ordering Status.
Q. What size tires can a stock 4x4 2500/3500 single rear wheel truck fit?
A. Up to a BFG All Terrain 315/70-R17 fits on the stock 17x8" wheels with no clearance problems.
Q. How do I recalibrate my speedometer for my new big tires?
A. The dealer or anyone with the appropriate scan tool can reprogram the truck. It's under the ABS system to change the tire size. It needs to know the number of revolutions per mile. For a BFG AT/KO 315/70R17 that is 601 revs/mile.
Q. What size spare will fit under the truck in the stock location?
A. A BFG All Terrain 315/70-R17 will just barely fit. Be careful of the wiring loom on the framerail when cranking the tire up.
Q. Does anyone make a front end leveling kit for the 3rd gen 4x4's yet?
A. The leveling kits from the 2nd gens fit the new 3rd gens with no problems. Companys like Tuff Country and Daystar (among others) make kits.
Q. What color paint do I need to paint my new A-pillar gauge mount to match the factory A-pillar?
A. The color is Light Taupe (not regular Taupe) and is available in a spray can from your dealer. When I recieved the paint, the can actually said "Natural Beige". Whatever. The paint code is TL2 and the part number on the lid of mine is 05010128-AA. It appears to be a perfect match.
Q. Can I fit 16" or 16. 5" rims on a 3rd gen?
A. No, the brakes are so big that anything less than a 17" rim won't have enough clearance.
Q. Does the 3500 SRW come with the clearance lights in the middle of the tailgate?
A. No, only the duallys. The 3500 does come standard with the cab clearance lights though, SRW or dually.
Q. I don't like the clearance lights in the middle of the tailgate of my dually. Can I remove them?
A. They are a DOT requirement. Remove at your own peril.
Q. I want to replace the factory stereo with an aftermarket stereo. What adapters do I need?
A. The adapters are new for the 3rd generation Rams. 2nd gen cable adapters or mounting kits won't work. In addition you will probably need an antenna adapter for the new style antenna plug.
Q. I messed up and didn't get the rear load floor when I ordered my truck. Can I add it now?
A. Not easily. People have priced out the parts needed and it exceeds $1,100.
Q. What's the Front Hood Protection Shield factory option code XJL?
A. It's not plastic film (that can be a dealer installed option though), it's a color matched (or chrome) plastic bug deflector.
Q. What the heck is an UGDO?
A. Universal Garage Door Opener. Also known as HomeLink I believe. It's integrated into the ceiling console on the Laramie trucks.
Q. Are the trailer tow mirrors powered?
A. Yes, although they look just like the late 2nd gen tow mirrors, they are powered and heated.
Q. What's the logic to all the different grille styles?
A.
Q. How do I get body colored bumpers and/or grille?
A. That's the Sport package (option code AGG). It also comes with a few other things.
Q. I really like the "billet" grille from the Sport, but I don't want the monochrome Sport package.
A. The grille is available from Mopar, part number 82207849. It fits non-sport trucks.
Q. Where can I get plastic rear fender liners?
A. They are Mopar part number 82207367, and are very easy to install (15-30 minutes).
Q. I want all my doors to unlock at once instead of pushing the keyless remote button once for the driver's door and again for the rest.
Q. Can I turn off the horn honking when I lock the truck with the keyless remote?
A. Yes to both, check your owner's manual for the procedure (approximately page 19).
Q. What are my options for mounting gauges?
A. There are all the usual options - A pillars (1, 2, or 3 gauges), steering column mounts (1 or 2 gauges), and adapter plates to put gauges in the cubby hole below the radio.
Q. Where can I get a factory service manual for my Ram?
A. Either order from your dealer, or visit the Tech Authority web site. You can order it either as normal paper books or on CDROM.
Q. What are the part numbers for RS9000X shocks for the 3rd Gen Ram 4x4?
A. Front stock height is 99221. If you are running the Kelderman front air-ride (0-4"), it is 99113. Rear stock height is 99269.
Q. Who makes the stereo in my Ram?
A. This answer was contributed by member jzaremski. By model:
RBB (AM/FM/Cass. )- Huntsville*
RBK (AM/FM/CD)- Huntsville*
RBQ (AM/FM/6-CD)- Huntsville*
RAZ (AM/FM/CD/Cass. )- Mitsubishi
RBP (AM/FM/CD/Cass. )- Alpine
RB1 (AM/FM/CD/DVD Navi)- Alpine
RB4 (AM/FM/CD/CD Navi)- Harman-Becker
Infinity Amplifier - Harman-Becker
*Huntsville was Chrysler's in-house electronics supplier. Recently sold to Siemens VDO.
I am going to start to compile a FAQ list in this thread. Please do not reply directly to this thread. I do need suggestions for Q's (with A's would be nice
) though, please send those to me in a private message. Please don't post them in this thread. Corrections are very welcome.
This is a work in progress, hopefully it will become very useful in the future.
Q. How can I track the status of the new Ram I just ordered?
A. Visit this site: Ordering Status.
Q. What size tires can a stock 4x4 2500/3500 single rear wheel truck fit?
A. Up to a BFG All Terrain 315/70-R17 fits on the stock 17x8" wheels with no clearance problems.
Q. How do I recalibrate my speedometer for my new big tires?
A. The dealer or anyone with the appropriate scan tool can reprogram the truck. It's under the ABS system to change the tire size. It needs to know the number of revolutions per mile. For a BFG AT/KO 315/70R17 that is 601 revs/mile.
Q. What size spare will fit under the truck in the stock location?
A. A BFG All Terrain 315/70-R17 will just barely fit. Be careful of the wiring loom on the framerail when cranking the tire up.
Q. Does anyone make a front end leveling kit for the 3rd gen 4x4's yet?
A. The leveling kits from the 2nd gens fit the new 3rd gens with no problems. Companys like Tuff Country and Daystar (among others) make kits.
Q. What color paint do I need to paint my new A-pillar gauge mount to match the factory A-pillar?
A. The color is Light Taupe (not regular Taupe) and is available in a spray can from your dealer. When I recieved the paint, the can actually said "Natural Beige". Whatever. The paint code is TL2 and the part number on the lid of mine is 05010128-AA. It appears to be a perfect match.
Q. Can I fit 16" or 16. 5" rims on a 3rd gen?
A. No, the brakes are so big that anything less than a 17" rim won't have enough clearance.
Q. Does the 3500 SRW come with the clearance lights in the middle of the tailgate?
A. No, only the duallys. The 3500 does come standard with the cab clearance lights though, SRW or dually.
Q. I don't like the clearance lights in the middle of the tailgate of my dually. Can I remove them?
A. They are a DOT requirement. Remove at your own peril.
Q. I want to replace the factory stereo with an aftermarket stereo. What adapters do I need?
A. The adapters are new for the 3rd generation Rams. 2nd gen cable adapters or mounting kits won't work. In addition you will probably need an antenna adapter for the new style antenna plug.
Q. I messed up and didn't get the rear load floor when I ordered my truck. Can I add it now?
A. Not easily. People have priced out the parts needed and it exceeds $1,100.
Q. What's the Front Hood Protection Shield factory option code XJL?
A. It's not plastic film (that can be a dealer installed option though), it's a color matched (or chrome) plastic bug deflector.
Q. What the heck is an UGDO?
A. Universal Garage Door Opener. Also known as HomeLink I believe. It's integrated into the ceiling console on the Laramie trucks.
Q. Are the trailer tow mirrors powered?
A. Yes, although they look just like the late 2nd gen tow mirrors, they are powered and heated.
Q. What's the logic to all the different grille styles?
A.
- Gray shell, gray grille - ST trim
- Chrome shell, gray grille - SLT trim
- Body colored outer ring, chrome crosshairs - Laramie trim
- Body color outer ring and crosshairs, chrome billet-looking grille - Sport (could be SLT or Laramie)
Q. How do I get body colored bumpers and/or grille?
A. That's the Sport package (option code AGG). It also comes with a few other things.
Q. I really like the "billet" grille from the Sport, but I don't want the monochrome Sport package.
A. The grille is available from Mopar, part number 82207849. It fits non-sport trucks.
Q. Where can I get plastic rear fender liners?
A. They are Mopar part number 82207367, and are very easy to install (15-30 minutes).
Q. I want all my doors to unlock at once instead of pushing the keyless remote button once for the driver's door and again for the rest.
Q. Can I turn off the horn honking when I lock the truck with the keyless remote?
A. Yes to both, check your owner's manual for the procedure (approximately page 19).
Q. What are my options for mounting gauges?
A. There are all the usual options - A pillars (1, 2, or 3 gauges), steering column mounts (1 or 2 gauges), and adapter plates to put gauges in the cubby hole below the radio.
Q. Where can I get a factory service manual for my Ram?
A. Either order from your dealer, or visit the Tech Authority web site. You can order it either as normal paper books or on CDROM.
Q. What are the part numbers for RS9000X shocks for the 3rd Gen Ram 4x4?
A. Front stock height is 99221. If you are running the Kelderman front air-ride (0-4"), it is 99113. Rear stock height is 99269.
Q. Who makes the stereo in my Ram?
A. This answer was contributed by member jzaremski. By model:
RBB (AM/FM/Cass. )- Huntsville*
RBK (AM/FM/CD)- Huntsville*
RBQ (AM/FM/6-CD)- Huntsville*
RAZ (AM/FM/CD/Cass. )- Mitsubishi
RBP (AM/FM/CD/Cass. )- Alpine
RB1 (AM/FM/CD/DVD Navi)- Alpine
RB4 (AM/FM/CD/CD Navi)- Harman-Becker
Infinity Amplifier - Harman-Becker
*Huntsville was Chrysler's in-house electronics supplier. Recently sold to Siemens VDO.
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2003 Cummins Diagnostic Trouble Codes, (DTC's or P codes)
The following list was provided by member sag2 from the service manual:
Here is the complete list of diagnostic trouble codes for the 2003 Cummins. Do not try and use them for gas engines, as they may not be the same.
P0016 Crankshaft/Camshaft Timing Misalignment/Out-of-Sync
P0071 Ambient Temperature Sensor Performance / Rationality
P0072 Ambient Temperature Sensor Low
P0073 Ambient Temperature Sensor High
P0088 Fuel Rail Pressure Too High
P0106 Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Performance / Rationality
P0107 Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Low
P0108 Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor High
P0111 Intake Air / Charge Temperature Sensor Performance / Rationality
P0112 Intake Air / Charge Temperature Sensor Low
P0113 Intake Air / Charge Temperature Sensor High
P0116 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Performance / Rationality
P0117 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Low
P0118 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor High
P0128 Cooling System Error / Thermostat Rationality
P0148 Fuel Delivery Error
P0169 Water-in-Fuel Detected For Too Long
P0192 Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Low
P0193 Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor High
P0201 Fuel Injector 1 Circuit
P0202 Fuel Injector 2 Circuit
P0203 Fuel Injector 3 Circuit
P0204 Fuel Injector 4 Circuit
P0205 Fuel Injector 5 Circuit
P0206 Fuel Injector 6 Circuit
P0217 Coolant Temperature Too High
P0219 Engine Overspeed
P0234 Turbocharger Overboost Condition
P0236 Turbocharger Boost Pressure Sensor Performance / Rationality
P0237 Turbocharger Boost Pressure Sensor Low
P0238 Turbocharger Boost Pressure Sensor High
P0251 Injection Pump Fuel Valve Feedback
P0300 Multiple Cylinder Misfire
P0301 Cylinder 1 Misfire
P0302 Cylinder 2 Misfire
P0303 Cylinder 3 Misfire
P0304 Cylinder 4 Misfire
P0305 Cylinder 5 Misfire
P0306 Cylinder 6 Misfire
P0335 Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit
P0336 Crankshaft Position Sensor Performance
P0337 Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit Low
P0338 Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit High
P0340 Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit
P0341 Camshaft Position Sensor Performance / Rationality
P0381 Wait-to-Start Lamp Inoperative
P0461 Fuel Level Sensor 1 Performance / Rationality
P0462 Fuel Level Sensor 1 Low
P0463 Fuel Level Sensor 1 High
P0477 Exhaust Pressure Control Relay Low
P0478 Exhaust Pressure Control Relay High
P0480 Cooling Fan 1 Control Circuit/Open (Low Speed Fan Relay)
P0483 Cooling Fan Speed
P0500 Vehicle Speed Sensor 1 Circuit, or No Vehicle Speed Reference Signal 1
P0514 Battery Temperature Sensor Performance / Rationality
P0516 Battery Temperature Sensor Low
P0517 Battery Temperature Sensor High
P0521 Oil Pressure Sensor Performance / Rationality
P0524 Oil Pressure Too Low
P0532 A/C Pressure Sensor Low
P0533 A/C Pressure Sensor High
P0541 Intake Air Heater Relay 1 Low
P0542 Intake Air Heater Relay 1 High
P0562 Battery Voltage Low
P0563 Battery Voltage High
P0572 Brake Switch 1 Low
P0573 Brake Switch 1 High
P0580 Speed Control Multiplexed Switch 1 Low
P0581 Speed Control Multiplexed Switch 1 High
P0602 Control Module Programming Error/NotProgrammed
P0604 Internal Control Module RAM Integrity Failure
P0606 Internal ECM Processor
P0607 ECU Internal Performance
P0622 Generator Field Control Circuit
P0628 Fuel Pump Relay Circuit Low, or Fuel Lift Pump Control Circuit Low
P0629 Fuel Pump Relay Circuit High, or Fuel Lift Pump Control Circuit High
P0630 VIN Not Programmed in PCM
P0633 SKIM Key Not Programmed in PCM
P0642 Sensor Reference Voltage 1 Circuit Low
P0643 Sensor Reference Voltage 1 Circuit High
P0646 A/C Clutch Relay Circuit Low
P0647 A/C Clutch Relay Circuit High
P0652 Sensor Reference Voltage 2 Circuit Low
P0653 Sensor Reference Voltage 2 Circuit High
P0698 Sensor Reference Voltage 3 Circuit Low
P0699 Sensor Reference Voltage 3 Circuit High
P0700 Transmission Control System (MIL Request)
P0837 Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Switch Performance / Rationality
P0838 Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Switch Circuit Low
P0839 Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Switch Circuit High
P1652 J1850 Communication Bus
P2121 Pedal Position Sensor 1 Performance / Rationality
P2122 Pedal Position Sensor 1 Low
P2123 Pedal Position Sensor 1 High
P2127 Pedal Validation Switch 2 Low
P2128 Pedal Validation Switch 2 High
P2146 Fuel Injector Group 1 Supply Voltage Circuit
P2149 Fuel Injector Group 2 Supply Voltage Circuit
P2266 Water in Fuel Sensor Circuit Low
P2269 Water in Fuel Condition
P2502 Charging System Output Voltage
P2503 Charging System Output Low
P2504 Charging System Output High
P2509 ECM/PCM Power Input Signal Intermittent
P2607 Intake Air Heater Relay 2 Low
P2608 Intake Air Heater Relay 2 High
P2609 Intake Air Heater System Performance
The following list was provided by member sag2 from the service manual:
Here is the complete list of diagnostic trouble codes for the 2003 Cummins. Do not try and use them for gas engines, as they may not be the same.
P0016 Crankshaft/Camshaft Timing Misalignment/Out-of-Sync
P0071 Ambient Temperature Sensor Performance / Rationality
P0072 Ambient Temperature Sensor Low
P0073 Ambient Temperature Sensor High
P0088 Fuel Rail Pressure Too High
P0106 Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Performance / Rationality
P0107 Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Low
P0108 Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor High
P0111 Intake Air / Charge Temperature Sensor Performance / Rationality
P0112 Intake Air / Charge Temperature Sensor Low
P0113 Intake Air / Charge Temperature Sensor High
P0116 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Performance / Rationality
P0117 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Low
P0118 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor High
P0128 Cooling System Error / Thermostat Rationality
P0148 Fuel Delivery Error
P0169 Water-in-Fuel Detected For Too Long
P0192 Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Low
P0193 Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor High
P0201 Fuel Injector 1 Circuit
P0202 Fuel Injector 2 Circuit
P0203 Fuel Injector 3 Circuit
P0204 Fuel Injector 4 Circuit
P0205 Fuel Injector 5 Circuit
P0206 Fuel Injector 6 Circuit
P0217 Coolant Temperature Too High
P0219 Engine Overspeed
P0234 Turbocharger Overboost Condition
P0236 Turbocharger Boost Pressure Sensor Performance / Rationality
P0237 Turbocharger Boost Pressure Sensor Low
P0238 Turbocharger Boost Pressure Sensor High
P0251 Injection Pump Fuel Valve Feedback
P0300 Multiple Cylinder Misfire
P0301 Cylinder 1 Misfire
P0302 Cylinder 2 Misfire
P0303 Cylinder 3 Misfire
P0304 Cylinder 4 Misfire
P0305 Cylinder 5 Misfire
P0306 Cylinder 6 Misfire
P0335 Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit
P0336 Crankshaft Position Sensor Performance
P0337 Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit Low
P0338 Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit High
P0340 Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit
P0341 Camshaft Position Sensor Performance / Rationality
P0381 Wait-to-Start Lamp Inoperative
P0461 Fuel Level Sensor 1 Performance / Rationality
P0462 Fuel Level Sensor 1 Low
P0463 Fuel Level Sensor 1 High
P0477 Exhaust Pressure Control Relay Low
P0478 Exhaust Pressure Control Relay High
P0480 Cooling Fan 1 Control Circuit/Open (Low Speed Fan Relay)
P0483 Cooling Fan Speed
P0500 Vehicle Speed Sensor 1 Circuit, or No Vehicle Speed Reference Signal 1
P0514 Battery Temperature Sensor Performance / Rationality
P0516 Battery Temperature Sensor Low
P0517 Battery Temperature Sensor High
P0521 Oil Pressure Sensor Performance / Rationality
P0524 Oil Pressure Too Low
P0532 A/C Pressure Sensor Low
P0533 A/C Pressure Sensor High
P0541 Intake Air Heater Relay 1 Low
P0542 Intake Air Heater Relay 1 High
P0562 Battery Voltage Low
P0563 Battery Voltage High
P0572 Brake Switch 1 Low
P0573 Brake Switch 1 High
P0580 Speed Control Multiplexed Switch 1 Low
P0581 Speed Control Multiplexed Switch 1 High
P0602 Control Module Programming Error/NotProgrammed
P0604 Internal Control Module RAM Integrity Failure
P0606 Internal ECM Processor
P0607 ECU Internal Performance
P0622 Generator Field Control Circuit
P0628 Fuel Pump Relay Circuit Low, or Fuel Lift Pump Control Circuit Low
P0629 Fuel Pump Relay Circuit High, or Fuel Lift Pump Control Circuit High
P0630 VIN Not Programmed in PCM
P0633 SKIM Key Not Programmed in PCM
P0642 Sensor Reference Voltage 1 Circuit Low
P0643 Sensor Reference Voltage 1 Circuit High
P0646 A/C Clutch Relay Circuit Low
P0647 A/C Clutch Relay Circuit High
P0652 Sensor Reference Voltage 2 Circuit Low
P0653 Sensor Reference Voltage 2 Circuit High
P0698 Sensor Reference Voltage 3 Circuit Low
P0699 Sensor Reference Voltage 3 Circuit High
P0700 Transmission Control System (MIL Request)
P0837 Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Switch Performance / Rationality
P0838 Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Switch Circuit Low
P0839 Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Switch Circuit High
P1652 J1850 Communication Bus
P2121 Pedal Position Sensor 1 Performance / Rationality
P2122 Pedal Position Sensor 1 Low
P2123 Pedal Position Sensor 1 High
P2127 Pedal Validation Switch 2 Low
P2128 Pedal Validation Switch 2 High
P2146 Fuel Injector Group 1 Supply Voltage Circuit
P2149 Fuel Injector Group 2 Supply Voltage Circuit
P2266 Water in Fuel Sensor Circuit Low
P2269 Water in Fuel Condition
P2502 Charging System Output Voltage
P2503 Charging System Output Low
P2504 Charging System Output High
P2509 ECM/PCM Power Input Signal Intermittent
P2607 Intake Air Heater Relay 2 Low
P2608 Intake Air Heater Relay 2 High
P2609 Intake Air Heater System Performance
Please do not post questions to this thread, it says not to in the first post. Please click edit on each of your posts, and check the delete box. Thanks.
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