RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2005)
c.
Set the front axle and rear axle to the alignment specification in the table shown.
7.
Was the vehicle alignment within specifications?
a.
If YES >>> then proceed to the next step.
b.
If NO >>> then STOP. The source of out-of-alignment must be determined. This is not addressed by this bulletin.
8.
Is "C1985C the Tire Construction Number on all four (4) road tires.
a.
If YES >>> then STOP. This bulletin does not apply and further diagnosis is required.
b.
If NO >>> then proceed to the next step.
9.
Road test the vehicle to confirm if the lead or drift to the right condition is still present. Drive the vehicle in the farthest right lane on the same
highway/road previously used.
10.
Does vehicle lead or drift continually to the right (when the vehicle is driven in the right lane of the no or low crown highway)?
a.
If YES >>> then proceed to the next step.
b.
If NO >>> then STOP.
NOTE:
Prior to proceeding further, obtain PRIOR warranty approval to replace any of the tires from the dealer local DaimlerChrysler Business Center
District Manager.
11.
Replace only those tires that DO NOT have a Tire Construction Number of C1985C.
12.
Verify that each of the four vehicle road tires (new or otherwise) have a Tire Construction Number of C1985C on the sidewall.
13.
Inflate all tires to proper pressures:
a.
Light Load: Front tires to 276 Kpa (40 psi) / Rear tires to 276 Kpa (40 psi). Refer to the Supplemental Tire Label that is located on the
driver side front door.
b.
Anything above Light Load: Front tires to 345 Kpa (50 psi) / Rear tires to 414 Kpa (60 psi). Refer to the Tire Placard that is located on the
driver side B-Pillar.
14.
Balance new tires.
15.
Install tires/wheel assemblies to vehicle. Tighten wheel lug nuts to 190 Nm (140 ft. lbs.).
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
