2006 DODGE RAM SRT-10 Service Repair Manual

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DODGE RAM SRT-10 2006 Service Repair Manual 2. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
3. Remove the cargo box (1) (Refer to 23 - BODY/
EXTERIOR/CARGO BOX - REMOVAL).
4. Removethetrailerhitch(1)(Referto13-FRAME
& BUMPERS/FRAME/TRAILE

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DODGE RAM SRT-10 2006 Service Repair Manual 5. Raise and support the frame so the tires are off
floor.
6. Remove the shock absorbers (3) (Refer to 2 -
SUSPENSION/REAR/SHOCK - REMOVAL).

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DODGE RAM SRT-10 2006 Service Repair Manual 7. Remove the rear leaf spring shackle bolts (6) and
let the axle rest on the ground.
8. Remove the spare wheel.
9.Removetheclip(2)andremovethesparetire
winch tube (3).
10. Remove the bolts (2) and re

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DODGE RAM SRT-10 2006 Service Repair Manual CAUTION: Do not use any flame or plasma cutting equipment to cut the frame inthis procedure. The inac-
curate and high temperatures achieved during flame or plasma cutting willchange the metal charact

CAUTION: Do not use any flame or plasma cutting equipment to cut the frame inthis procedure. The inac-
curate and high temperatures achieved during flame or plasma cutting willchange the metal characteristics
and may weaken the frame and/or repair location.
12. Carefully remove the H-section welds using a grinder or equivalent tool.
13. Remove the H-section and clean any remaining welds from the frame.
14. Trial fit the replacement part.
15. Remove all e-coat from within 25 mm (1.0 in.) of the weld area.
16. Using the appropriate measuring equipment, position the replacementpart and verify correct positioning in all
three (X,Y, and Z) planes of space. (Refer to 13 - FRAME & BUMPERS/FRAME - SPECIFICATIONS - FRAME
DIMENSIONS)
CAUTION: Shield the surrounding area and components from exposure to the welding spatter and heat.
17. Weld the replacement H-section into position. The welding should be performedinaskip(stitch)typemethod
to minimize the heat buildup followingI-CAR or the American Welding Society welding procedures and utilizing
the process specifications at the end of this section. (Refer to 13 - FRAME &BUMPERS/FRAME - SPECIFI-
CATIONS - WELDING)
18. Dress the welded area and apply corrosion resistant coatings inside and out.
a. Inside the rail, inject a creeping wax based rust inhibitor compound through the existing holes in the frame
ensuring 100% coverage including the mating face between the frame and replacement H-section.
b. Apply a durable top coat to the outside of the repair area.
19. Position the wiring harness back.
CAUTION: Inspect the tire winch assembly (1) for
damage. If any one or more of the following are
evident, replace the winch assembly.
Indications of cracked or bulging plastic.
Housing flanges are bent or cracked.
If winch was loose before repair.
If the rivet heads are separated from the hous-
inginanyway.
20. Install the spare tire winch (1) and install the bolts
(2).
21. Tightentheboltsto41Nꞏm(30ft.lbs.).
22. Install the spare tire winch tube (3) and install the
clip (2).
23. Install the spare tire.
CAUTION: Check operation of the spare tire winch
by manipulating it up and down. If the winch binds
or jambs, replace the winch assembly.

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DODGE RAM SRT-10 2006 Service Repair Manual 24. Lift the axle into position and install the rear
shackle bolts (6).
25. Tighten the bolts to 163 Nꞏm (120 ft. lbs.).
26. Install the lower shock absorber bolts (Refer to 2 -
SUSPENSION/REAR/SHOC

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DODGE RAM SRT-10 2006 Service Repair Manual 28. Install the cargo box (1) (Refer to 23 - BODY/EX-
TERIOR/CARGO BOX - INSTALLATION).
29. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
SPECIFICATIONS
WELD PROCESS
CAUTION: All welds should conform to Daiml

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DODGE RAM SRT-10 2006 Service Repair Manual *First choice - Gas Metal Arc Welding Process:Butt joints - apply two layers (passes) of weld metal. First pass
should only fill approximately1⁄2the thickness. Vertical position welds - maintain ele

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DODGE RAM SRT-10 2006 Service Repair Manual Fig. 1 1500 STANDARD CAB - 2 WHEEL DRIVE

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