torque DODGE RAM SRT-10 2006 Service Repair Manual

INSTALLATION
If servicing the heater element, the entire block/ele-
ment assembly must be replaced.
CAUTION: The heater elements are no longer
grounded using an external ground strap. Ground-
ing is now accomplished using two electrically
conductive gaskets. Failure to use these gaskets
will result in faulty heater element operation.
1. Using 2 new gaskets, position element assembly
and air housing to intake manifold (2).
2. Install wire harness clips to intake connection stud.
3. Install 4 housing bolts (1) and tighten to 24 Nꞏm
(18 ft. lbs.) torque.
4. Connect 2 positive (+) heater cables (6) at cable
mounting studs.Do not allow either of the cable
eyelets to contact any other metal source other
than the cable nuts/studs.
5. Install engine oil dipstick tube and mounting bolt
(5).
6. Connect rubber connector hose and intake tube to
air intake housing. Tighten clamp bolts to 11 Nꞏm
(100 in. lbs.) torque.
7. Connect both negative battery cables at both
batteries.

INSTALLATION
1. Install relay assembly (4) to battery tray. Tighten
mounting bolts to 4.5 Nꞏm (40 in. lbs.) torque.
2. Connect eight electrical connectors to relays.
3. Connect battery cables to both batteries.

5. Check condition of sensor O-ring (2).
INSTALLATION
1. Check condition of sensor o-ring.
2. Lubricate sensor o-ring and sensor hole in intake
manifold cover with clean engine oil.
3. Clean sensor mounting area at intake manifold (1).
4. Position sensor (2) into intake manifold.
5. Install and tighten 2 sensor mounting screws to 1
Nꞏm (9 in. lbs.) torque.
6. Connect electrical connector to sensor.

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COLUMN
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION ............................... 8
DESCRIPTION - SRT10 ....................... 9
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
STEERING COLUMN ......................... 9
REMOVAL ..................................... 9
INSTALLATION ............................... 12
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE ................................... 14
IGNITION SWITCH
DESCRIPTION ................................ 15
OPERATION .................................. 15
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
IGNITION SWITCH .......................... 15
REMOVAL .................................... 16
INSTALLATION ............................... 17
IGNITION SWITCH - SRT10
REMOVAL - SRT10 ............................ 19
INSTALLATION - SRT10 ....................... 21
KEY-IN IGNITION SWITCH
DESCRIPTION ................................ 22
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
IGNITION SWITCH AND KEY LOCK
CYLINDER................................. 22KEY CYLINDER
REMOVAL .................................... 23
INSTALLATION ............................... 23
STEERING WHEEL
REMOVAL .................................... 24
INSTALLATION ............................... 24
TILT LEVER KNOB RELEASE
REMOVAL .................................... 25
INSTALLATION ............................... 26
GEAR SHIFT LEVER
REMOVAL .................................... 28
INSTALLATION ............................... 29
UPPER STEERING COUPLING
REMOVAL .................................... 32
INSTALLATION ............................... 33
LOWER STEERING COUPLING
REMOVAL
ALL LD & HD EXCEPT 4X4 HD ............... 34
4X4 HD .................................... 34
INSTALLATION
ALL LD & HD EXCEPT 4X4 HD ............... 36
4X4 HD .................................... 36

DESCRIPTION - SRT10
The SRT-10 column has noSTARTposition on the key cylinder. The push starter button switch is mounted on the
Instrument panel center stack. All SRT-10 columns are Tilt columns, Standard cab trucks come with manual trans-
missions, Quad cab trucks come equipped with automatic transmissions.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
STEERING COLUMN
If the vehicle is involved in a front end collision/the air bag has deployedthe column must be inspected. This
inspection will determine if the Column has collapsed. Inspect the columnmounting capsules visually and manually
push and pull them to check for separation or fractures. If capsules are fractured or have moved the column MUST
be replaced.
REMOVAL
WARNING: Before servicing the steering column the airbag system must be disarmed. Refer to electrical
restraint system for service procedures. Failure to do so may result in accidental deployment of the airbag
and possible personal injury.
CAUTION: All fasteners must be torqued to specification to ensure proper operation of the steering column.
1. Position the front wheelsstraight ahead.
2. Disconnect the negative (ground) cable from the battery.
3. Remove the airbag, (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RE-
STRAINTS/DRIVER AIRBAG - REMOVAL).
4. Remove the steering wheel (1) with special tool
CJ98–1 (2) or an appropriate steering wheel puller.
(Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN/STEERING
WHEEL - REMOVAL).
CAUTION: Ensure the puller bolts are fully
engaged into the steering wheel and not into the
clockspring, before attempting to remove the
wheel. Failure to do so may damage the steering
wheel/clockspring.

16. Remove the steering column assembly (6) from
the vehicle.
17. Disassemble or transfer any components to be
replaced.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: Before servicing the steering column the airbag system must be disarmed. Refer to electrical
restraint system for service procedures. Failure to do so may result in accidental deployment of the airbag
and possible personal injury.
CAUTION: All fasteners must be torqued to specification to ensure proper operation of the steering column.
1. Position the steering column on the dash panel
support and loosely install the mounting nuts (1&3).
2. Firmly slide the steering column upward against the
studs in dash panel and hand tighten the nuts.
3. Install the steering shaft coupler (5) on the steering
shaft and loosely install anewbolt (4).
4. Center steering column in dash opening and
tighten mounting nuts (1&3) to 28 Nꞏm (250 in.
lbs.).
NOTE: Torque the upper left nut first then the
lower right nut. Then torque the lower left nut then
the upper right nut.
NOTE: A new bolt must be used for reinstallation.
5. Tighten the coupler bolt (4) to 57 Nꞏm (42 ft. lbs.).
6. Install a new brake light switch (2) (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/BRAKE LAMP SWITCH - REMOVAL).

15. Install the steering column opening cover (1) and
kneeblocker (2) (Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRU-
MENT PANEL/STEERING COLUMN OPENING
COVER - INSTALLATION).
16. Install the negative battery terminal.
17. Test the operation of the horn, Electronic PRNDL
Indicator, lights and any other functions that are
steering column operated.
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION Nꞏm Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Steering Coupling Upper
Pinch Bolt
LD & HD57 42 —
Steering Coupling Upper
Pinch Bolt
4X4 HD57 42 –
Steering Coupling Lower
Pinch Bolt
LD & HD57 42 —
Steering Coupling Lower
Pinch Bolt
SRT1038 28 —
Steering Coupling Lower
Pinch Bolt
4X4 HD28 21 250
Steering Wheel Bolt 61 45 —
Ignitiion Switch Mounting
Screws3—26
Tilt Lever Release
Mounting Screws4.5 — 40

STEERING WHEEL
REMOVAL
1. Disable and remove the driver’s side airbag. (Refer
to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/DRIVER AIR-
BAG - REMOVAL).
2. Partially remove the steering wheel bolt and leave
theboltinthecolumn.
3. Install puller CJ98-1 (2) or equivalent using the top
ofthebolttopushon.
4. Remove and discard the steering wheel bolt.
5. Remove the steering wheel (1).
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Do not reuse the old steering wheel bolt (a new bolt must be used)
1. Install steering wheel to the column
NOTE: Be certain that the steering wheel mounting bolt is tightened to the proper torque specification to
ensure proper clockspring operation.
2. Install the new steering wheel bolt. Tighten the bolt to 61 Nꞏm (45 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the driver’s side air bag. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/DRIVER AIRBAG - INSTALLATION).

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GEAR - INDEPENDENT FRONT SUSPENSION
DESCRIPTION ................................ 39
REMOVAL .................................... 39
INSTALLATION ............................... 40
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE ................................... 41BUSHING
REMOVAL .................................... 42
INSTALLATION ............................... 42

10. Remove the rack & pinion (2) from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Before installing gear inspect bushings and replace if worn or damaged.
NOTE: In the frame there are two holes for the mounting of the steering gear,oneisslottedandoneis
round. When tightening the gear to specificationsmakesuretotightenthemounting bolt with the hole first
to avoid movement of the steering gear.
1. Install the gear on the front crossmember and
tighten the mounting bolts (2) to 319 Nꞏm (235 ft.
lbs.)LD torque specification.Ortightenthe
mounting bolts to 251 Nꞏm (185 ft. lbs.)4X2 HD
torque specification.
2. Slide the shaft coupler onto the gear. Installnewpinch bolt and tighten to 49 Nꞏm (36 ft. lbs.).
3. Clean and dry the tie rod end studs and the knuckle tapers.
4. Install the tie rod ends into the steering knuckles and tighten the nuts to61Nꞏm(45ft.lbs.)thenanadditional
90°. (Refer to 19 - STEERING/LINKAGE/TIE ROD END - INSTALLATION).
5. Install the pressure power steering hose to the steering gear and tightento32Nꞏm(23ft.lbs.).(Referto19-
STEERING/PUMP/HOSES - INSTALLATION).
6. Install the return power steering hose to the steering gear and tighten to50Nꞏm(37ft.lbs.)LD torque spec-
ification. Or tighten the mounting bolts to 54 Nꞏm (40 ft. lbs.)4X2 HD torque specification.(Referto19-
STEERING/PUMP/HOSES - INSTALLATION).
7. Install the front skid plate (Refer to 13 - FRAME & BUMPERS/FRAME/FRONT SKID PLATE - INSTALLATION).
8. Install the tire and wheel assembly (Refer to 22 - TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS -STANDARD PROCEDURE).
9. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
10. Fill the system with fluid, (Refer to 19 - STEERING/PUMP - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
11. Adjust the toe position. (Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE).