RAM 3500 Truck 4WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2003)
5. Check condition of throttle body O-ring (Fig. 45).
6. If the throttle body has been changed, the following procedure must be performed:
a. Disconnect negative battery cable from battery. Leave cable disconnected for approximately 90 seconds.
b. Reconnect cable to battery
c. Turn ignition switch ON, but do not crank engine.
d. Leave ignition switch ON for a minimum of 10 seconds. This will allow PCM to learn throttle body electrical parameters.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Do not use spray (carb) cleaners on any part of the throttle body. Do not apply silicone lubricants to any part of the throttle body.
1. Clean and check condition of throttle body-to-intake manifold O-ring.
2. Clean mating surfaces of throttle body and intake manifold.
3. Install throttle body to intake manifold by positioning throttle body to manifold alignment pins.
4. Install 4 mounting bolts. Refer to Torque Specifications.
5. Install electrical connector.
6. Install air plenum.
7. If the throttle body has been changed, the following procedure must be performed:
a. Disconnect negative battery cable from battery. Leave cable disconnected for approximately 90 seconds.
b. Reconnect cable to battery
c. Turn ignition switch ON, but do not crank engine.
d. Leave ignition switch ON for a minimum of 10 seconds. This will allow PCM to learn throttle body electrical parameters.
