RAM 3500 Truck 2WD L6-359 5.9L DSL Turbo VIN D FI (1998)
It has been determined that some 1998 Dodge Ram trucks equipped with a 5.9L Cummins 24-valve diesel engine, may be in violation of California
Emissions Standards.
The problem is...
The engine control module on your Ram truck (identified on the enclosed form) may allow the engine to emit oxides of nitrogen (NOx) levels above the
allowable limits which were established to protect the public health from the dangers of air pollution.
HC emissions consist of unburned fuel that is released into the atmosphere. HC in combination with NOx in the presence of sunlight can cause the
formation of ozone. These pollutants are the primary components of smog.
What Chrysler and and your dealer will do...
Chrysler will repair your vehicle free of charge (parts and labor). To do this, your dealer will reprogram the engine control module. The work will take
about one half hour to complete. However, additional time may be necessary depending on how dealer appointments are scheduled and processed.
What you must do...
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Simply contact your dealer to schedule a service appointment.
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Bring the enclosed Owner Notification Form with you to your dealer. It explains the required service to the dealer.
If you don't get this done...
The State of California requires the completion of emission recall repairs prior to vehicle registration renewal.
Further, in order to ensure your full protection under the emission warranty provisions, it is recommended that you have your vehicle serviced as soon as
possible. Failure to do so could be determined as lack of proper maintenance of your vehicle.
How the state knows that the recall has been performed...
State of California regulations require Chrysler to provide the Department of Motor Vehicles with a record of all vehicles which have not had the recall
service performed. If your vehicle is not on this list, the state will know that the recall has been completed.
Your dealer will provide you with a Vehicle Emission Recall Proof of Correction Form after the recall service is completed. Be sure to save this form
since the California Department of Motor Vehicles may require that you supply it as proof of recall completion.
If you need help...
If you have trouble getting your vehicle repaired please call the Chrysler Customer Center, toll free, at 1-800-992-1997. A representative will assist you
in getting your vehicle repaired.
We are sorry for any inconvenience, but trust you understand our interest in clean air and in your continued satisfaction with our products. Thanks for
your attention to this important matter.
