DODGE RAM SRT-10 2006 Service Repair Manual

6– bolt pattern.
Wheels must be replaced if they have:
Excessive runout
Bent or dented
Leak air through welds
Have damaged bolt holes
Wheel repairs employing hammering, heating, or welding are not allowed.
Original equipment wheels are available through your dealer. Replacement wheels from any other source should be
equivalent in:
Load carrying capacity
Diameter
Width
Offset
Mounting configuration
Failure to use equivalent replacement wheels may affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. Replacement with
usedwheels is not recommended. Their service history may have included severetreatment.
DUAL REAR WHEELINSTALLATION
Dual rear wheels use a special heavy duty lug nut wrench. It is recommended to remove and install dual rear
wheels only when the proper wrench is available. The wrench is also use to remove wheel center caps for more
information refer to Owner’s Manual.
The tires on both wheels must be completely raised off the ground when tightening the lug nuts. This will ensure
correct wheel centering and maximum wheel clamping.
A two piece flat face lug nut with right-hand threads is
used for retaining the wheels on the hubs.
The dual rear wheel lug nuts should be tightened
according to the following procedure:
NOTE: Do not use more then two drops of oil on
the nut/washer (1), since the center caps attach in
this area.
Place two drops of oil to the interface of the nut/
washer (1) before installing on the wheel stud.

Tighten the wheel lug nuts in the numbered sequential pattern until they are snug tight. Then tighten lug nut to
specified torque following same number sequence, (Refer to 22 - TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - SPECIFICA-
TIONS).
Tighten lug nuts in same numbered sequence a second time to the specified torque. This will ensure that the
wheels are thoroughly mated.
Check lug nut specified torque after 100 miles (160 kilometers). Also after 500 miles (800 kilometers) of vehicle
operation.
NOTE: Wheel lug nuts should be tightened to specified torque at every maintenance interval thereafter.

STUDS
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the brake caliper, caliper adapter and
rotor, (Refer to 5 - BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/ME-
CHANICAL/ROTORS - REMOVAL).
4. Remove the wheel speed sensor from the hub.
5. Press the stud from the hub using remover
C-4150A (1).
6. Remove the stud (2) from the hub (1) through the
backing plate access hole (3).
INSTALLATION
1. Install the new stud (2) into the hub flange (1).
2. Install three proper sized washers onto the stud,
then install lug nut with the flat side of the nut
against the washers.
3. Tighten the lug nut until the stud is pulled into the
hub flange. Verify that the stud is properly seated
into the flange.
4. Remove the lug nut and washers.
5. Install the brake rotor, caliper adapter, and caliper,
(Refer to 5 - BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/
ROTORS - INSTALLATION).
6. Install the wheel speed sensor.
7. Install the wheel and tire assembly, use new lug nut on the stud or studs that were replaced.

8. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.

WHEEL COVER
REMOVAL
NOTE: The hub caps must be removed before raising the vehicle off the ground.
NOTE: You must use the flat end of the hub/cap remover/installer combination tool to pry off the wheel
skins. Insert the flat tip completely and using a back and forth motion, loosen the wheel skin. repeat this
procedure around the tire until the wheel skin pops off.
1. On 2500/3500 single rear wheel (SRW) models, insert a hub/cap remover/installer combination tool using the
blade on the end of the tool to pry the cap off in a back and forth motion.
2. On 3500 models with dual rear wheels (DRW), you must first remove the hub caps. The hub/cap remover/in-
staller combination tool must be inserted in the pry off notch of the rear hubcaps.
3. Position the hub/cap remover/installer combination tool and pull out on the tool firmly. The cap should come off.
NOTE: Failure to use a back and forth motion could damage the wheel skin chrome finish.
4. The wheel skins can now be removed from the wheel. Use the flat end of the lug nut wrench to pry off the wheel
skins. Make sure that the flat end is inserted and use a back and forth motionto remove the wheel skin.
5. On 3500 models front hub caps use the hub/cap remover/installer combination tool to pry off the cap in a back
and forth motion. The wheel skins can now be removed.
INSTALLATION
REAR
1. Install one 1 1/2 in. valve stem extension on each rear inner wheel.
NOTE: A 3/8 in. drive 10mm deep wheel socket with a 10 in. or greater extension can be used to remove the
existing valve stem cap and install the extension.
2. Install one 1 in. valve stem extension on each outer wheel.
3. Align the cooling windows of the wheel skin with the cooling windows of the wheel. Seat one side of the wheel
skin’s retainer onto the wheel. Using a rubber mallet, strike thew wheel skin on the outer circumference. Strike at
several locations around the circumference until the skin is fully seated.
NOTE: The wheel skin and the hub cap are fully seated when there is a consistent gap between the skin/cap
and the wheel.
4. Tug on the hub/cap wheel skin to ensure that they are properly installed.
FRONT
1. Alignthevalvestemwiththenotchinthewheelskin.
2. Seat on side of the wheel skin’s wire retainer on to the wheel.
3. Using a rubber mallet, strike the opposite side of the wheel skin until the skin is properly seated.
NOTE: The wheel skin and the hub cap are fully seated when there is a consistant gap between the skin/
cap and the wheel.
4. Tug on the hub cap/wheel skin to ensure that they are properly installed.

SPARE TIRE
DESCRIPTION
SPARE / TEMPORARY TIRE
The temporary spare tire is designed for emergency use only. The original tire should be repaired or replaced at the
first opportunity, then reinstalled. Do not exceed speeds of 80 KMH (50 MPH). when using the temporary spare tire.
Refer to Owner’s Manual for complete details.
FULL SIZE, SPARE WHEEL WITH MATCHING TIRE
The spare is a full usage wheel with a matching tire, It can be used within the(posted legal) speed limits or distance
limitations as of the rest of the vehicles four tires. Refer to Owner’s Manual for complete details.

BODY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
BODY
WARNING
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS ..... 2
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
WATER LEAKS .............................. 2
WIND NOISE ................................ 3
STANDARD PROCEDURE
BODY LUBRICATION ......................... 4
HEAT STAKING .............................. 4
BUZZ, SQUEAK & RATTLE ................... 4
PLASTIC BODY PANEL REPAIR ............... 5
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE ................................... 14
SPECIAL TOOLS
BODY ...................................... 16TA I L G AT E..............................17
DOOR - FRONT.........................28
DOORS - REAR.........................56
EXTERIOR.............................86
HOOD................................126
INSTRUMENT PANEL....................138
INTERIOR.............................176
PA I N T................................215
SEATS...............................221
STATIONARY GLASS....................256
SUNROOF - SERVICE INFORMATION.......270
WEATHERSTRIP/SEALS..................300
WINCH...............................320
BODY STRUCTURE.....................361

BODY
WARNING
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
WARNING: Use an OSHA approved breathing filter when spraying paint or solvents in a confined area. Per-
sonal injury can result.
Avoidprolongedskincontactwithpetroleumoralcohol–basedcleaningsolvents. Personal injury can
result.
Do not stand under a hoisted vehicle that is not properly supported on safety stands. Personal injury can
result.
CAUTION: When holes must be drilled or punched in an inner body panel, verify depth of space to the outer
body panel, electrical wiring, or other components. Damage to vehicle canresult.
Do not weld exterior panels unless combustible material on the interior ofvehicle is removed from the
repair area. Fire or hazardous conditions, can result.
Always have a fire extinguisher ready for use when welding.
Disconnect the negative (-) cable clamp from the battery when servicing electrical components that are
live when the ignition is OFF. Damage to electrical system can result.
Do not use abrasive chemicals or compounds on painted surfaces. Damage to finish can result.
Do not use harsh alkaline based cleaning solvents on painted or upholstered surfaces. Damage to finish
or color can result.
Do not hammer or pound on plastic trim panel when servicing interior trim. Plastic panels can break.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
WAT E R L E A K S
Water leaks can be caused by poor sealing, improper body component alignment, body seam porosity, missing
plugs, or blocked drain holes. Centrifugal and gravitational force can cause water to drip from a location away from
the actual leak point, making leak detection difficult. All body sealing points should be water tight in normal wet-
driving conditions. Water flowing downward from the front of the vehicle should not enter the passenger or luggage
compartment. Moving sealing surfaces will not always seal water tight under all conditions. At times, side glass or
door seals will allow water to enter the passenger compartment during highpressure washing or hard driving rain
(severe) conditions. Overcompensating on door or glass adjustments to stop a water leak that occurs under severe
conditions can cause premature sealwear and excessive closing or latching effort. After completing a repair, water
test vehicle to verify leak has stopped before returning vehicle to use.
VISUAL INSPECTION BEFORE WATER LEAK TESTS
Verify that floor and body plugs are in place, body drains are clear, and body components are properly aligned and
sealed. If component alignment or sealing is necessary, refer to the appropriate section of this group for proper
procedures.
WATER LEAK TESTS
WARNING: Do not use electric shop lights or tools in water test area. Personal injury can result.
When the conditions causing a water leak have been determined, simulate the conditions as closely as possible.
Ifaleakoccurswiththevehicleparkedinasteadylightrain,floodtheleak area with an open-ended garden
hose.
If a leak occurs while driving at highway speeds in a steady rain, test the leak area with a reasonable velocity
stream or fan spray of water. Direct the spray in a direction comparable to actual conditions.
If a leak occurs when the vehicle is parked on an incline, hoist the end or sideofthevehicletosimulatethis
condition. This method can be used when the leak occurs when the vehicle accelerates, stops or turns. If the
leak occurs on acceleration, hoist the front of the vehicle. If the leak occurs when braking, hoist the back of the

vehicle. If the leak occurs on left turns, hoist the left side of the vehicle. If the leak occurs on right turns, hoist
the right side of the vehicle. For hoisting recommendations (Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/HOIST-
ING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
WATER LEAK DETECTION
To detect a water leak point-of-entry, do a water test and watch for water tracks or droplets forming on the inside of
the vehicle. If necessary, remove interior trim covers or panels to gain visual access to the leak area. If the hose
cannot be positioned without being held, have someone help do the water test.
Some water leaks must be tested for a considerable length of time to become apparent. When a leak appears, find
the highest point of the water track or drop. The highest point usually willshow the point of entry. After leak point
has been found, repair the leak and water test to verify that the leak has stopped.
Locating the entry point of water that is leaking into a cavity between panels can be difficult. The trapped water may
splash or run from the cavity, often at adistance from the entry point. Mostwater leaks of this type become appar-
ent after accelerating, stopping, turning, or when on an incline.
MIRROR INSPECTION METHOD
When a leak point area is visually obstructed, use a suitable mirror to gainvisual access. A mirror can also be used
to deflect light to a limited-access area to assist in locating a leak point.
BRIGHT LIGHT LEAK TEST METHOD
Some water leaks in the luggage compartment can be detected without water testing. Position the vehicle in a
brightly lit area. From inside the darkened luggage compartment inspect around seals and body seams. If neces-
sary, have a helper direct a drop light over the suspected leak areas aroundthe luggage compartment. If light is
visible through a normally sealed location, water could enter through theopening.
PRESSURIZED LEAK TEST METHOD
When a water leak into the passenger compartment cannot be detected by water testing, pressurize the passenger
compartment and soap test exterior ofthe vehicle. To pressurize the passenger compartment, close all doors and
windows, start engine, and set heater control to high blower in HEAT position. If engine can not be started, connect
a charger to the battery to ensure adequate voltage to the blower. With interior pressurized, apply dish detergent
solution to suspected leak area on the exterior of the vehicle. Apply detergent solution with spray device or soft
bristle brush. If soap bubbles occur at a body seam, joint, seal or gasket, the leak entry point could be at that
location.
WIND NOISE
Wind noise is the result of most air leaks. Air leaks can be caused by poor sealing, improper body component
alignment, body seam porosity, or missing plugs in the engine compartmentor door hinge pillar areas. All body
sealing points should be airtight in normal driving conditions. Moving sealing surfaces will not always seal airtight
under all conditions. At times, side glass or door seals will allow wind noise to be noticed in the passenger com-
partment during high cross winds. Over compensating on door or glass adjustments to stop wind noise that occurs
under severe conditions can cause premature seal wear and excessive closing or latching effort. After a repair pro-
cedure has been performed, test vehicle to verify noise has stopped beforereturning vehicle to use.
VISUAL INSPECTION BEFORE TESTS
Verify that floor and body plugs are in place and body components are aligned and sealed. If component alignment
or sealing is necessary, refer to the appropriate section of this group forproper procedures.
ROAD TESTING WIND NOISE
1. Drive the vehicle to verify the general location of the wind noise.
2. Apply 50 mm (2 in.) masking tape in 150 mm (6 in.) lengths along weatherstrips, weld seams or moldings. After
each length is applied, drive the vehicle. If noise goes away after a piece of tape is applied, remove tape, locate,
and repair defect.