RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (2002)
Condenser Fan Shroud: Customer Interest
A/C, Cooling System - Condenser Fan Inoperative
NUMBER: 08-002-03
GROUP: Electrical
DATE: January 31, 2003
THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 08-015-02, DATED SEPTEMBER 2, 2002, WHICH SHOULD BE
REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES.
ALL REVISIONS ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS**. THIS REVISES A TYPOGRAPHICAL ERROR IN THE TIME ALLOWANCE
SECTION.
SUBJECT:
Condenser Fan Inoperative Due To Open Fuse
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves installing a new condenser fan, shroud and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
MODELS:
2002
DR
(Ram Truck)
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The condenser fan fuse (# 39) in the power distribution center may open leaving the condenser fan inoperative. This may be caused by a condenser fan
with excessive current draw or by water collecting in a trough in the fan shroud and freezing in cold weather, which can prevent the fan from turning.
This may illuminate the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).
DIAGNOSIS:
If the vehicle exhibits the condition, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1.
Using the procedures outlined in the 2002 Ram Truck Service Manual, publication number 81-370-02059, with approved A/C refrigerant
recovery, recycling, charging equipment, recover the refrigerant from the system.
