RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2005)
YES: Replace the Fuel Level Sensor. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. See: Testing and Inspection/Diagnostic Trouble Code
Tests and Associated Procedures/Verification Tests/Body Verification Test
NO: Repair the circuits with a resistance above 5.0 ohms for an open. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. See: Testing and
Inspection/Diagnostic Trouble Code Tests and Associated Procedures/Verification Tests/Body Verification Test
One Gauge Inoperative - Gas Engines
ONE GAUGE INOPERATIVE - GAS ENGINES
POSSIBLE CAUSES
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Powertrain control module
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Instrument cluster
DIAGNOSTIC TEST
1. POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIII(R), read DTCs.
Q: Does the DRBIII(R) display any PCM DTCs?
YES: Refer to the DRIVEABILITY category and perform the appropriate symptom. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. See:
Testing and Inspection/Diagnostic Trouble Code Tests and Associated Procedures/Verification Tests/Body Verification Test
NO: Go To 2
2. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Turn the ignition off.
Perform the Instrument Cluster Self Test.
NOTE: The Self Test can be initiated manually by depressing and holding the Trip Reset button while turning the ignition on, or by using the
DRBIII(R).
Observe the gauge in question while the Instrument Cluster performs the Self Test.
The gauges should position at the following calibrations points:
Speedometer MPH: 0, 20, 60, 90
Tachometer Gas: 0, 1000, 3000, 6000
Fuel: E, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, F
Coolant: Cold, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, HI
Volts: 6, 9, 12, 15, 17
Q: Did the gauge in question operate properly?
YES: The condition is not present at this time. Monitor DRBIII(R) parameters while wiggling the related wire harness. Refer to any Technical
Service Bulletins (TSB) that may apply. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connector terminals. Perform BODY VERIFICATION
TEST - VER 1. See: Testing and Inspection/Diagnostic Trouble Code Tests and Associated Procedures/Verification Tests/Body Verification Test
NO: Replace and configure the Instrument Cluster. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. See: Testing and Inspection/Diagnostic
Trouble Code Tests and Associated Procedures/Verification Tests/Body Verification Test
PRNDL Not Displaying Correct Position (EATX Vehicles)
PRNDL NOT DISPLAYING CORRECT POSITION (EATX VEHICLES)
POSSIBLE CAUSES
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DTC present
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Instrument cluster
DIAGNOSTIC TEST
1. DTC PRESENT
NOTE:
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Ensure that the correct Instrument Cluster is installed and is correctly configured for the vehicle.
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Ensure that there is communication between the Cluster and PCM before proceeding with this test.
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Diagnose and repair any DTCs before proceeding with this test.
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Ensure that the PCM passes the Shift Lever Test with the DRBIII(R) before proceeding with this test.
