RAM 2500 Van V8-5.2L VIN Y (1998)
Sliding Door Latch: By Symptom
Technical Service Bulletin # 23-15-00
Date: 000421
Sliding Door - Will Not Open And/Or Close/Latch
NUMBER: 23-15-00
GROUP: Body
DATE: April 21, 2000
SUBJECT:
Sliding Door Will Not Open And/Or Close/Latch
MODELS:
1998 - 2000 (AB) Ram Van/Wagon
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves installing revised sliding door rear latch assembly and latch rods and modifying the rear latch opening.
NOTE: THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE SLIDING SIDE DOOR (SALES CODE GKF) BUILT BEFORE
FEBRUARY 26,2000 (MDH 0226XX).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The sliding door will not open and/or will not close/latch.
DIAGNOSIS:
DOOR WILL NOT OPEN
1.
Remove the sliding door trim panel attaching screws.
2.
Remove the door pull handle (Figure 1).
3.
Using a trim removal tool, carefully pry the trim panel away from the door inner panel.
4.
Separate the trim panel from the sliding door.
