RAM 1500 Truck 2WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2003)
Brake Rotor/Disc: Customer Interest
Brakes - Shudder/Vibration
NUMBER: 05-003-04
GROUP: Brakes
DATE: June 8, 2004
THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 05-008-03, DATED NOVEMBER 28, 2003, WHICH SHOULD BE
REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES. ALL REVISIONS ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS** AND A REVISION TO THE WHEEL, LUG
NUT TORQUE AND CLARIFICATION THAT THE REPAIR APPLIES TO 1500 SERIES TRUCK ONLY.
SUBJECT:
Brake Shudder or Vibration
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves installing brake pads, calipers, resurfacing the rotors and checking rotor runout.
MODELS:
**2003
(DR)
Ram Truck (1500 Series Only)**
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The vehicle may exhibit pulsation or vibration in the brake pedal and/or steering wheel when the brakes are applied. The condition is most noticeable at
speed over 50 MPH but can occur at lower speeds.
DIAGNOSIS:
If the customers indicate that the condition is present, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
NOTE:
2004 vehicles are already equipped with the calipers listed above. Do not replace calipers on 2004 vehicles.