2500 4x4 Pickup V8-360 5.9L VIN 5 Magnum (1994)
Technical Service Bulletin # 232996
Date: 960510
Tailgate - Cracking on Top Inner Ends
NO: 23-29-96
GROUP: Body
DATE: May 10, 1996
SUBJECT:
Tailgate Cracking On Top Inner Ends
MODELS:
1994-1996 (BR) Ram Truck
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Vehicles may exhibit a condition where the sheet metal is cracking along the top inner ends of the tailgate. The cracking starts on the upper corner and
continues along the end of the tailgate. This condition can occur on either or both sides.
DIAGNOSIS:
Release the tailgate latch and open the tailgate. Inspect both right and left upper corners of the tailgate ends for any signs of cracks.
Condition A If crack(s) exceed a length of 1A in., the tailgate should be replaced (see Parts Required), then proceed to the Repair Procedure for
Condition A.
Condition B If crack(s) are less then 1A long, repair the tailgate using the Repair Procedure for Condition B.
PARTS REQUIRED:
1
J8993799
Mopar Rustproofing and Sealant
AR
55274915
Tailgate - For Vehicles NOT Equipped With Dual Rear Wheels
AR
55274833
Tailgate - For Vehicles Equipped With Dual Rear Wheels
NOTE:
THE FOLLOWING TWO COMPONENTS ARE REQUIRED ONLY IF THE TAILGATE WILL BE REPLACED ON VEHICLES BUILT IN
THE UNITED STATES PRIOR TO 3-27-95 (MDH 0327XX) OR VEHICLES BUILT IN MEXICO PRIOR TO 4-10-95 (MDH 0410XX).
AR
55274768
Right Tailgate Hinge Assembly
AR
55274769
Left Tailgate Hinge Assembly
POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No:
Tailgate, Replace and Refinish - Monotone
23-85-37-90
4.4 Hrs.
Tailgate, Replace and Refinish - Two Tone
23-85-37-91
4.7 Hrs.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT:
Labor Operation No:
Lower Applique - Install
23-85-37-92
0.1 Hrs
Upper Molding/Liner Transfer
23-85-37-93
0.2 Hrs.
Name Plate - Install