Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2006 Ram 1500 are official communications between Dodge & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

    STEERING

    • TSB #9002054

      Date Announced:
      JUN 05, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220411

      If replacing the steering linkage or drag link inner tie rod assembly at the pitman arm on a vehicle built before Febuary 14 th, 2008, verify that the pitman arm part number is 68039930AA. The part number is embossed on the pitman arm. Read More »

    • TSB #1900805

      Date Announced:
      NOV 02, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10017651

      REVISED POWER STEERING SYSTEM BLEEDING PROCEDURES. *SC Read More »

    STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

    • TSB #08-004

      Date Announced:
      JUN 30, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10025346

      2003-2008 (DR) RAM TRUCK 1500-STEERING SHUDDER DURING PARKING LOT OR LOW VEHICLE SPEED MANEUVERS. *PE Read More »

    SUSPENSION

    • TSB #9002054

      Date Announced:
      JUN 05, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220411

      If replacing the steering linkage or drag link inner tie rod assembly at the pitman arm on a vehicle built before Febuary 14 th, 2008, verify that the pitman arm part number is 68039930AA. The part number is embossed on the pitman arm. Read More »

    • TSB #0200107

      Date Announced:
      JAN 20, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10021090

      WHEN BRAKING THE VEHICLE MAY DRIFT TO ONE SIDE OR EXHIBIT A BODY SHUDDER. *KB Read More »

    • TSB #05021

      Date Announced:
      AUG 26, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10016792

      RAPID RESPONSE TRANSMITTAL #05-021. (POWER WAGON SWAY BAR DISCONNECT SWITCH) *SC Read More »

    SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    • TSB #9004350

      Date Announced:
      MAR 10, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10190584

      GEAR MOTOR, Transfer Case The gear motor assembly is shipped in AWD/2WD position. The transfer case needs to be positioned in AWD/2WD position to properly assemble gear motor to T-Case. Read More »

    • TSB #9004350

      Date Announced:
      MAR 10, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220837

      GEAR MOTOR, Transfer Case The gear motor assembly is shipped in AWD/2WD position. The transfer case needs to be positioned in AWD/2WD position to properly assemble gear motor to T-Case. Read More »

    • TSB #68332810A

      Date Announced:
      SEP 07, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10191455

      Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Read More »

    • TSB #68332810

      Date Announced:
      SEP 07, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10223854

      Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. Read More »

    • TSB #R2118796A

      Date Announced:
      FEB 26, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10191460

      Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling. Read More »

    • TSB #RL108213A$

      Date Announced:
      JAN 26, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10121927

      NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA). Read More »

    • TSB #9003215

      Date Announced:
      FEB 12, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10223602

      Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. Read More »

    • TSB #9003215

      Date Announced:
      FEB 12, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10229181

      Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. Read More »

    • TSB #9002887

      Date Announced:
      FEB 11, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10223599

      Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded. Read More »

    • TSB #9002688

      Date Announced:
      FEB 13, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139009

      68069384A$, R8069384A$, 68086182A$, R8027067A$, RL002012A$ - Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Before replacing injectors for Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, and/or P0206, please make sure that the wiring loom ... Read More »

    • TSB #1800306

      Date Announced:
      JAN 21, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10019245

      FLASH: LONG CRANK WHEN STARTING AND/OR TRANSMISSION SHIFT AND BATTERY CHARGING ENHANCEMENTS. *TT Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

    • TSB #08-007-08

      Date Announced:
      MAR 04, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10024966

      NO ENGINE CRANK OR NO ENGINE START DUE TO ELECTRONIC LOCKUP OF THE WCM/SKREEM. *NJ Read More »

    • TSB #1803007

      Date Announced:
      APR 26, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10021685

      ENGINE OFF-IDLE SPEED LIMIT FEATURE TO PROTECT TURBOCHARGER WHEN VEHICLE IS NOT MOVING. *KB Read More »

    • TSB #1802707

      Date Announced:
      APR 17, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10021686

      MIL ILLUMINATION DUE TO EGR POSITION SENSOR DTC - P0404, P0405, P0406. *KB Read More »

    • TSB #1803505

      Date Announced:
      NOV 18, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10018588

      FLASH:MIL ILLUMINATION AT START-UP DUE TO DTC P2112 OR P1521. *AK Read More »

    • TSB #05015

      Date Announced:
      JUL 13, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10016077

      CYLINDER HEAD COVER GASKETS MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS. THE CYLINDER HEAD COVER GASKET CONTAINS ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS WHICH CONNECT TO THE FUEL INJECTORS. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

    • TSB #SB-14-001-10

      Date Announced:
      FEB 02, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10033546

      DODGE: ELECTRONIC FUEL CONTROL ACTUATOR (FCA) AVAILABLE FOR SERVICE/NEW DIAGNOSTICS AVAILABLE FOR DTC P0251. ENGINE SURGES AT IDLE OR MIL ILLUMINATION. FURTHER INVESTIGATION MAY IDENTIFY DTC P0251-CP3 PUMP REGULATOR CONTROL-DIESEL. Read More »

    • TSB #1804105

      Date Announced:
      DEC 20, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10018977

      FLASH: ENGINE PERFORMANCE/WHITE SMOKE. *TT Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

    • TSB #2500108

      Date Announced:
      JAN 08, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10024083

      POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) SYSTEM FREEZES IN EXTREME COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES -- INVOLVES INSTALLING REVISED PCV SYSTEM COMPONENTS. *NJ Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    • TSB #1803206

      Date Announced:
      NOV 02, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10020946

      5.9L DTC P0191 - FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR RATIONALITY. ERASE AND REPROGRAM THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WITH NEW SOFTWARE. *KB Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

    • TSB #1400106

      Date Announced:
      JAN 21, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10019243

      LOOSE FUEL CAP MESSAGE OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION FOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0457 - EVAP SYSTEM - LOOSE FUEL CAP. *TT Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

    • TSB #SB-14-001-10

      Date Announced:
      FEB 02, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10033546

      DODGE: ELECTRONIC FUEL CONTROL ACTUATOR (FCA) AVAILABLE FOR SERVICE/NEW DIAGNOSTICS AVAILABLE FOR DTC P0251. ENGINE SURGES AT IDLE OR MIL ILLUMINATION. FURTHER INVESTIGATION MAY IDENTIFY DTC P0251-CP3 PUMP REGULATOR CONTROL-DIESEL. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN

    • TSB #9004009

      Date Announced:
      APR 07, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10221097

      Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time ... Read More »

    • TSB #9004350

      Date Announced:
      MAR 10, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220837

      GEAR MOTOR, Transfer Case The gear motor assembly is shipped in AWD/2WD position. The transfer case needs to be positioned in AWD/2WD position to properly assemble gear motor to T-Case. Read More »

    • TSB #9001784

      Date Announced:
      FEB 22, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220471

      Mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio. Read More »

    • TSB #06010

      Date Announced:
      FEB 16, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10019539

      REAR PROPELLER SHAFT YOKES WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN MACHINED INCORRECTLY. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #2101705

      Date Announced:
      FEB 14, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10019525

      FLASH: 42RLE - IMPROVED HILL CLIMB CAPABILITY IN REVERSE OR DTC'S P1713 / P1776. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #2101505

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10017000

      45RFE/545RFE TRANS - DELAYED ENGAGEMENT DUE TO COOLER RETURN FILTER REPLACEMENT. *SC Read More »

    • TSB #2101605

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10017001

      RFE TRANSMISSION - DELAYED ENGAGEMENT AFTER AN EXTENDED OFF PERIOD. *SC Read More »

    • TSB #2101205

      Date Announced:
      JUL 23, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10016026

      NEW 42RLE VARIABLE LINE PRESSURE TRANSMISSION (VLP). *TT Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    • TSB #2100507

      Date Announced:
      MAR 20, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10021426

      IMPROVED HILL CLIMB CAPABILITY IN REVERSE OR DTC'S P1713 / P1776. *KB Read More »

    • TSB #2100206

      Date Announced:
      DEC 09, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10020935

      FLASH 42RLE - IMPROVED HILL CLIMB CAPABILITY IN REVERSE OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P1713/P1776. *KB Read More »

    • TSB #0803006

      Date Announced:
      AUG 25, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10021239

      POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB Read More »

    • TSB #2100903

      Date Announced:
      OCT 02, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10003524

      AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 RAM TRUCK, DURANGO, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, CHEROKEE, VISION, NEON, AND VOYAGER. *TT *SC Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES

    • TSB #16

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10017648

      CUSTOMER SATISFACTION NOTIFICATION E16 - TRANSMISSION COOLER RETURN FILTER. DELAYED ENGAGEMENT WHEN THE SHIFTER IS PLACED INTO GEAR AFTER THE ENGINE HAS BEEN OFF FOR MORE THAN 12 HOURS. *TT Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

    • TSB #0300107

      Date Announced:
      JUL 21, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10022418

      4WD SYSTEM MAY NOT ENGAGE OR DISENGAGE AS DESIRED WITH (SERV 4WD) MESSAGE ILLUMINATED. *KB Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #08-049-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175735

      Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are ... Read More »

    • TSB #S2021000002

      Date Announced:
      APR 18, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175677

      Valve Body Pressure Testing Plug Inspection Read More »

    • TSB #08-069-14

      Date Announced:
      AUG 21, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10062714

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    • TSB #08-069-14

      Date Announced:
      AUG 21, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139704

      UConnect Hands Free Module Fails To Respond Due To Module Lock Up This bulletin involves replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM) if required. Read More »

    • TSB #0802106

      Date Announced:
      OCT 13, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10020091

      TIPM FLASH - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES B178C, B166E, B2215 FOR TRAILER TOW LAMPS INOPERATIVE INDICATING SHORT CIRCUITS IN THE WIRING ON THE TRAILER OR P1277 FOR NO CRANK - STARTER SOLENOID CURRENT EXCESSIVE. Read More »

    • TSB #1801806

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10020092

      FLASH: MIL ILLUMINATION AT START-UP DUE TO DTC P2112 OR P1521. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #1800506

      Date Announced:
      FEB 15, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10019534

      DTC CORRECTION, A/C SLUGGING, TURBOCHARGER PROTECTION. *TT Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

    • TSB #05035

      Date Announced:
      NOV 04, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10018724

      RAPID RESPONSE TRANSMITTAL SERVICE ACTION TEST AND REPLACE BATTERY AS NECESSARY. *TS Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

    • TSB #9002688

      Date Announced:
      FEB 13, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139009

      68069384A$, R8069384A$, 68086182A$, R8027067A$, RL002012A$ - Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Before replacing injectors for Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, and/or P0206, please make sure that the wiring loom ... Read More »

    • TSB #15

      Date Announced:
      MAR 02, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10019754

      REPROGRAM WIRELESS CONTROL MODULE. *AK Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER

    • TSB #9004275

      Date Announced:
      JUL 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10221686

      KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. Read More »

    • TSB #9004275

      Date Announced:
      JUL 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10229256

      KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. Read More »

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH

    • TSB #08-002-12

      Date Announced:
      JAN 13, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10043592

      CHRYSLER/DODGE: TURN SIGNAL SWITCH MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE SIGNALS TO FLASH INCORRECTLY. *KB Read More »

    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

    • TSB #2304706

      Date Announced:
      OCT 21, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10021248

      CRACKED WINDSHIELD DUE TO BEING HIT BY A FOREIGN OBJECT LIKE A STONE. *KB Read More »

    STRUCTURE

    • TSB #23-015-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 30, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175743

      Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 Read More »

    • TSB #31-006-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169245

      Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. Read More »

    • TSB #31-005-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169249

      Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. Read More »

    • TSB #3100319

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220099

      Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. Read More »

    • TSB #3100619

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220097

      Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. Read More »

    • TSB #3100519

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220101

      Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. Read More »

    • TSB #9002828

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139595

      Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

    • TSB #41

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10019604

      2006 RAM TRUCK CROSS MEMBER MODIFICATION. *AK Read More »

    • TSB #41

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10019607

      2006 RAM TRUCK CROSSMEMBER MODIFICATION. *AK Read More »

    • TSB #41

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10019607

      2006 RAM TRUCK CROSSMEMBER MODIFICATION. *AK Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY

    TIRES

    • TSB #2200506

      Date Announced:
      OCT 07, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10020919

      FRONT END SHIMMY ON 4X4 VEHICLES WHEN TRAVELING OVER ROUGH SURFACES IN THE ROAD. *KB Read More »

    • TSB #2200306

      Date Announced:
      AUG 31, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10020333

      POWER WAGON - LEADS OR DRIFTS ONLY TO THE RIGHT ON LOW CROWN ROADS. *TT Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #9001784

      Date Announced:
      FEB 22, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10191442

      Mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio. Read More »

    • TSB #23-015-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 30, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175743

      Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 Read More »

    • TSB #08-049-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175735

      Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are ... Read More »

    • TSB #31-003-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169247

      Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. Read More »

    • TSB #31-005-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169249

      Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. Read More »

    • TSB #3100619

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220097

      Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. Read More »

    • TSB #9002828

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139595

      Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    • TSB #9002688

      Date Announced:
      FEB 13, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139009

      68069384A$, R8069384A$, 68086182A$, R8027067A$, RL002012A$ - Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Before replacing injectors for Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, and/or P0206, please make sure that the wiring loom ... Read More »

    • TSB #1800106

      Date Announced:
      JUL 12, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10020282

      STARSCAN@/STARMOBILE ABORT RECOVERY PROCEDURES. *TT Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #9002519

      Date Announced:
      MAR 20, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10129008

      82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

    • TSB #2401305

      Date Announced:
      AUG 04, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10016603

      AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT Read More »

    UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    • TSB #2301307

      Date Announced:
      APR 13, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10021687

      TRAILER TOWING MIRROR - NEW MIRROR GLASS LOCKING TAB - NEW REMOVAL PROCEDURE. *KB Read More »

    • TSB #2304006

      Date Announced:
      SEP 26, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10020544

      REAR OF SUNROOF GLASS IS NOT FLUSH TO ROOF/SUNROOF WILL NOT CLOSE. *KB Read More »