2003 DODGE RAM Service Repair Manual

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DODGE RAM 2003 Service Repair Manual PAINT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
PAINT
SPECIFICATIONS - PAINT CODES..........74
PAINT CODE
DESCRIPTION.........................74
BASECOAT/CLEARCOAT FINISH
DESCRIPTION.........................74PAINT

PAINT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
PAINT
SPECIFICATIONS - PAINT CODES..........74
PAINT CODE
DESCRIPTION.........................74
BASECOAT/CLEARCOAT FINISH
DESCRIPTION.........................74PAINT TOUCH-UP
DESCRIPTION.........................75
STANDARD PROCEDURE - PAINT TOUCH-UP . 75
FINESSE SANDING/BUFFING & POLISHING
DESCRIPTION.........................75
PAINT
SPECIFICATIONS - PAINT CODES
NOTE: Because of late model changes to the avail-
able paint colors (Refer to VEHICLE DATA/VEHICLE
INFORMATION/VEHICLE SAFETY CERT LABEL -
DESCRIPTION) or (Refer to VEHICLE DATA/VEHI-
CLE INFORMATION/BODY CODE PLATE - DESCRIP-
TION) for the correct paint codes for each vehicle.
(Refer to 23 - BODY/PAINT/PAINT CODE - DESCRIP-
TION)
EXTERIOR COLORS
EXTERIOR COLOR DAIMLERCHRYSLER
CODE
Dark Garnet Red Pearl
CoatXRV
Flame Red Clear Coat PR4
Light Almond Pearl
Metallic Clear CoatZKJ
Atlantic Blue Pearl Coat ZBJ
Patriot Blue Pearl Coat WBT/WB7
Graphite Metallic Clear
CoatZDR
Bright Silver Metallic
Clear CoatWSB/WS2
Black Clear Coat DX8
Bright White Clear Coat GW7
Timberline Green AGW
INTERIOR COLORS
INTERIOR COLOR DAIMLERCHRYSLER
CODE
Taupe L5
Dark Slate Gray DV
PAINT CODE
DESCRIPTION
Exterior vehicle body colors are identified on the
Vehicle Safety Certification Label (Refer to VEHICLE
DATA/VEHICLE INFORMATION/VEHICLE
SAFETY CERTIFICATION LABEL - DESCRIP-
TION) or the Body Code Plate (Refer to VEHICLE
DATA/VEHICLE INFORMATION/BODY CODE
PLATE - DESCRIPTION). The first digit of the paint
code listed on the vehicle indicates the sequence of
application, i.e.: P = primary coat, Q = secondary
coat. The color names provided in the Paint and Trim
Code Description chart are the color names used on
most repair product containers. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
PAINT - SPECIFICATIONS)
BASECOAT/CLEARCOAT
FINISH
DESCRIPTION
The original equipment finish is a multi step pro-
cess that involves cleaning, applying electro de-posi-
tion (E-coat), anti-chip primer, basecoat, and
clearcoat steps.
On most vehicles a two-part paint application
(basecoat/clearcoat) is used. Color paint that is
applied to primer is called basecoat. The clearcoat
protects the basecoat from ultraviolet light and pro-
vides a durable high-gloss finish.
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DODGE RAM 2003 Service Repair Manual CAUTION: Do not use abrasive chemicals or com-
pounds on painted surfaces. Damage to finish can
result.
Do not use harsh alkaline based cleaning solvents
on painted surfaces. Damage to finish or color

CAUTION: Do not use abrasive chemicals or com-
pounds on painted surfaces. Damage to finish can
result.
Do not use harsh alkaline based cleaning solvents
on painted surfaces. Damage to finish or color can
result.
PAINT TOUCH-UP
DESCRIPTION
When a painted metal surface has been scratched
or chipped, it should be touched-up as soon as possi-
ble to avoid corrosion. For best results, use MOPARt
Scratch Filler/Primer, Touch-Up Paints and Clear Top
Coat. (Refer to VEHICLE DATA/VEHICLE INFOR-
MATION/BODY CODE PLATE - DESCRIPTION) for
Body Code Plate information.
WARNING: USE AN OSHA APPROVED RESPIRATOR
AND SAFETY GLASSES WHEN SPRAYING PAINT
OR SOLVENTS IN A CONFINED AREA. PERSONAL
INJURY CAN RESULT.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - PAINT TOUCH-UP
(1) Scrape loose paint and corrosion from inside
scratch or chip.
(2) Clean affected area with MOPARtTar/Road
Oil Remover or equivalent, and allow to dry.
(3) Fill the inside of the scratch or chip with a coat
of filler/primer. Do not overlap primer onto good sur-
face finish. The applicator brush should be wet
enough to puddle-fill the scratch or chip without run-
ning. Do not stroke brush applicator on body surface.
Allow the filler/primer to dry hard.
(4) Cover the filler/primer with color touch-up
paint. Do not overlap touch-up color onto the original
color coat around the scratch or chip. Butt the newcolor to the original color, if possible. Do not stroke
applicator brush on body surface. Allow touch-up
paint to dry hard.
(5) On vehicles without clearcoat, the touch-up
color can be lightly finesse sanded (1500 grit) and
polished with rubbing compound.
(6) On vehicles with clearcoat, apply clear top coat
to touch-up paint with the same technique as
described in Step 4. Allow clear top coat to dry hard.
If desired, Step 5 can be performed on clear top coat.
WARNING: AVOID PROLONGED SKIN CONTACT
WITH PETROLEUM OR ALCOHOL ± BASED CLEAN-
ING SOLVENTS. PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
AVOID PROLONGED SKIN CONTACT WITH PETRO-
LEUM OR ALCOHOL ± BASED CLEANING SOL-
VENTS. PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
FINESSE SANDING/BUFFING &
POLISHING
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION: Do not remove more than .5 mils of
clearcoat finish, if equipped. Basecoat paint must
retain clearcoat for durability.
Use a Paint Thickness Gauge #PR-ETG-2X or equiv-
alent to determine film thickness before and after
the repair.
Minor acid etching, orange peel, or smudging in
clearcoat or single-stage finishes can be reduced with
light finesse sanding, hand buffing, and polishing.If
the finish has been finesse sanded in the past,
it cannot be repeated. Finesse sanding opera-
tion should be performed by a trained automo-
tive paint technician.
DRPAINT 23 - 75
BASECOAT/CLEARCOAT FINISH (Continued)

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DODGE RAM 2003 Service Repair Manual SEATS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
CENTER SEAT
REMOVAL.............................76
INSTALLATION.........................77
CENTER ARMREST / SEAT BACK
REMOVAL.............................77
INSTALLAT

SEATS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
CENTER SEAT
REMOVAL.............................76
INSTALLATION.........................77
CENTER ARMREST / SEAT BACK
REMOVAL.............................77
INSTALLATION.........................78
CENTER SEAT BACK INERTIA HINGE COVER
REMOVAL.............................78
INSTALLATION.........................78
CENTER SEAT BACK HINGE
REMOVAL.............................79
INSTALLATION.........................80
CENTER SEAT BACK LID
REMOVAL.............................80
INSTALLATION.........................80
CENTER SEAT CUSHION
REMOVAL.............................80
INSTALLATION.........................80
CENTER SEAT CUSHION COVER
REMOVAL.............................81
INSTALLATION.........................81
UNDER SEAT STORAGE BIN
REMOVAL.............................81
INSTALLATION.........................81
UNDER SEAT STORAGE BIN COVERING
REMOVAL.............................81
INSTALLATION.........................81
UNDER SEAT STORAGE BIN LATCH
REMOVAL.............................81
INSTALLATION.........................81
HEADREST
REMOVAL.............................82
INSTALLATION.........................82
HEADREST SLEEVE
REMOVAL.............................82INSTALLATION.........................82
SEAT - FRONT
REMOVAL.............................82
INSTALLATION.........................82
SEAT BACK CUSHION / COVER - FRONT
REMOVAL.............................83
INSTALLATION.........................83
SEAT CUSHION / COVER - FRONT
REMOVAL.............................83
INSTALLATION.........................83
SEAT TRACK
REMOVAL.............................83
INSTALLATION.........................83
SEAT - REAR
REMOVAL.............................84
INSTALLATION.........................84
SEAT BACK - REAR
REMOVAL.............................84
INSTALLATION.........................84
SEAT BACK CUSHION / COVER - REAR
REMOVAL.............................85
INSTALLATION.........................85
SEAT CUSHION / COVER - REAR
REMOVAL.............................85
INSTALLATION.........................85
SEAT CUSHION FRAME - REAR
REMOVAL.............................85
INSTALLATION.........................85
SEAT BACK REAR - FOOTMANS LOOP
BRACKETS
REMOVAL.............................85
INSTALLATION.........................85
CENTER SEAT
REMOVAL
NOTE: Do not reuse the seat fasteners, always
replace with new ones.
(1) Remove and discard the front bolts. (Fig. 1)
(2) Position the seats forward, remove the rear
bolts and discard.
(3) Disconnect the 12v power supply electrical con-
nector, if equipped. (Fig. 2)(4) Fold the seat backs forward and roll the seat
assembly back in the vehicle.
(5) Remove the nuts attaching the center seat to
the drivers seat and the passenger seat and discard.
(Fig. 3)
(6) Roll the seat assembly forward and remove the
center seat portion.
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DODGE RAM 2003 Service Repair Manual INSTALLATION
NOTE: Do not reuse the seat fasteners, always
replace with new ones.
(1) Install the center seat and roll the seat assem-
bly back in the vehicle.
(2) Install new nuts attaching the cente

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DODGE RAM 2003 Service Repair Manual INSTALLATION
NOTE: Do not reuse the seat fasteners, always
replace with new ones.
(1) Install the seat back onto the storage bin and
install new hinge bolts.
(2) Tighten the hinge to storage bin bolts

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DODGE RAM 2003 Service Repair Manual CENTER SEAT BACK HINGE
REMOVAL
NOTE: Do not reuse the seat fasteners, always
replace with new ones.
(1) Remove the seat back. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SEATS/CENTER ARMREST / SEAT BACK -
REMOVAL)
Free Pivo

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DODGE RAM 2003 Service Repair Manual INSTALLATION
NOTE: Do not reuse the seat fasteners, always
replace with new ones.
Free Pivot Hinge/Cover
(1) Position the pivot hinge cover over the pivot
hinge and install the 12v power supply harnes

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DODGE RAM 2003 Service Repair Manual CENTER SEAT CUSHION
COVER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the center seat cushion. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/SEATS/CENTER SEAT CUSHION -
REMOVAL)
(2) Disconnect the zip strips and remove the cover
from the cushion.
INST

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