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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual RAM 1500 1998 2.G DODGE DODGE https://www.carmanualsonline.info/img/12/5702/w960_5702-0.png DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - THERMOSTAT
The cooling system used with the diesel engine
provides the extra coolant capacity and extra cooling
protection needed for higher GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating)

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (4) Inspect the battery thermal guard (if equipped)
for tears, cracks, deformation or other damage.
Replace any battery thermal guard that has been
damaged.
(5) Inspect the battery built-in test indic

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual MICRO 420 BATTERY TESTER
The Micro 420 automotive battery tester is
designed to help the dealership technician diagnose
the cause of a defective battery. Follow the instruc-
tion manual supplied with

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual After the battery has been charged to 12.4 volts or
greater, perform a load test to determine the battery
cranking capacity. Refer to Standard Procedures for
the proper battery load test procedures. I

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual BATTERY CHARGING TIME TABLE
Charging
Amperage5 Amps10
Amps20 Amps
Open Circuit
VoltageHours Charging @ 21É C (70É
F)
12.25 to 12.49 6 hours 3 hours 1.5
hours
12.00 to 12.24 10 hours 5 hours 2.5
hour

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (1) Before measuring the open-circuit voltage, the
surface charge must be removed from the battery.
Turn on the headlamps for fifteen seconds, then
allow up to five minutes for the battery voltage to

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual WHEELS
DESCRIPTION
Original equipment wheels are designed for the
specified Maximum Vehicle Capacity.
All models use steel or aluminum drop center
wheels.
Aluminum wheels require special balance weigh

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - WHEEL
REPLACEMENT
The wheel studs and nuts are designed for specific
applications. They must be replaced with equivalent
parts. Do not use replacement parts of