RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V8-57L VIN D (2005) Alignment Service Bulletins
a.
Attempt to rotate the dust cover by hand.
b.
If the dust cover on an outer tie rod end can be rotated, or is free and loose, then replace the tie rod (regardless of joint wear).
7.
Inspect each outer tie rod end for internal wear.
a.
Maximum allowed wear (joint travel) for a tie rod end is 1.15 mm (0.045 in.).
b.
Install a dial indicator to the tie rod end (in-line with the vertical stud of the tie rod end).
c.
With a pry bar placed between the steering linkage and the axle tube, pry upwards while measuring the amount of joint travel (wear).
d.
Measure the amount of wear in the other outer tie rod end joint.
e.
If wear (joint travel) in either outer tie rod end is greater than 1.15 mm (0.045 in.), then replace the worn tie rod end.
8.
Verify the torque on each outer tie rod end stud nut. The nut should be tightened to 122 Nm (90 ft. lbs.).
9.
Make sure any worn outer tie rod ends have been replaced before proceeding further.
10.
Verify all other steering linkage connections are tightened to their torque specifications.
11.
Grease both outer tie rod ends (even if the outer tie rod is new). Apply sufficient grease to each tie rod end until grease is seen purging from the
joint at the dust seal.
12.
Align the vehicle front end. Adjust to specifications.
13.
Road test the vehicle and verify the shimmy condition has been corrected.
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
FAILURE CODE:
Disclaimer:
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.
Technical Service Bulletin # 22-003-06A Date:
060831
Steering - (Power Wagon Only) Vehicle Pulls To The Right
NUMBER: 22-003-06 REV. A
GROUP: Tires/Wheels
