2006 DODGE RAM SRT-10 check engine

8.3L ENGINE
1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Saturate the bolts and nuts with heat valve lubri-
cant. Allow 5 minutes for penetration.
3. Disconnect oxygen sensor electrical connectors.
4. Remove LH exhaust pipe to manifold bolts (2),
retainers and nuts (1).
5. Remove LH catalytic converter to muffler clamp
nuts (4).
6. Rotate LH catalytic converters (6) from the muffler
(5).
7. Remove RH exhaust pipe to manifold bolts (2),
retainers and nuts (1).
8. Remove RH catalytic converter to muffler clamp
nuts (4).
9. Rotate RH catalytic converter (3) from the muffler
(5).
10. Remove clamps and nuts (4).
INSPECTION
Look at the stainless steel body of the converter, inspect for bulging or other distortion that could be a result of
overheating. If the converter has a heat shield attached make sure it is notbent or loose.
If you suspect internal damage to the catalyst, tapping the bottom of the catalyst with a rubber mallet may indicate
a damaged core.
INSTALLATION
3.7L/4.7L ENGINE
1. Install RH catalytic converter to exhaust clamp (4)
on RH catalytic converter (3) and position into
exhaust pipe (5).
2. Install and hand tighten RH catalytic converter to
exhaust manifold bolts (2).
3. Install c-clip nut (1) and bolt (2) to converter (3) to
manifold.
4. Tighten catalytic converter to exhaust manifold
bolts(1)to31Nꞏm(23ft.lbs.).
5. Tighten all clamp nuts (4) to 52.2 Nꞏm (40 ft. lbs.)
torque.
6. Check the exhaust system for contact with the
body panels. A minimum of 25 mm (1.0 in.) is
required between the exhaust system components
and body/frame parts. Make the necessary adjust-
ments, if needed.
7. Check to ensure you have at least 25 mm clear-
ance to oil pan.
8. Plug in O2 sensor wiring.
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks. Repair exhaust leaks asnecessary.

5.7L ENGINE
1. Install catalytic converter to exhaust clamp (4) on
catalytic converter (3) and position into exhaust
pipe (5).
2. Make sure the alignment tang on catalytic con-
verter (3) is fully seated in the notch on the
exhaust pipe (5).
3. Install catalytic converter to exhaust manifold bolts
(2) and nuts (1).
4. Tighten catalytic converter to exhaust manifold
bolts(2)to31Nꞏm(23ft.lbs.).
5. Tighten catalytic converter to exhaust pipe clamp
nuts (4) to 52 Nꞏm (40 ft. lbs.) torque.
6. Check the exhaust system for contact with the
body panels. A minimum of 25 mm (1.0 in.) is
required between the exhaust system components
and body/frame parts. Make the necessary adjust-
ments, if needed.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks.
Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.
5.9L ENGINE DIESEL
NOTE: The catalytic converter to Front exhaust
pipe clamp is not reusable. Always use a new
clamp when reinstalling the catalytic converter.
NOTE: The Front exhaust pipe to Elbow clamp is
not reusable. Always use a new clamp when rein-
stalling the Front exhaust pipe.
1. Position the catalytic converter (4) onto the front
exhaust pipe (2) until the alignment tab is seated
into the alignment slot of the catalytic converter (4).
2. Install catalytic converter (4) into the exhaust pipe
(6) until the alignment tab is seated into the align-
ment slot of exhaust pipe (6).
3. Position front exhaust pipe (2) onto turbocharger
and install new clamp (1). Tighten the nuts to 11
Nꞏm (100 in. lbs.) torque.
4. Install the exhaust clamp (5) at the exhaust pipe
(6) and catalytic converter (4) connection. Tighten
the clamp nuts to 54 Nꞏm (40 ft. lbs.) torque.
5. Check the exhaust system for contact with the
body panels. A minimum of 25 mm (1.0 in.) is required between the exhaust system components and body/frame
parts. Make the necessary adjustments, if needed.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks. Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.

8.3L ENGINE
1. Make sure catalytic converters (3, 6) and mufflers
(5) are free of burrs.
2. Insert RH catalytic converter (3) into muffler (5).
3. Make sure the alignment tang on the catalytic con-
verter (3) seats in the alignment slot on the muffler
(5).
4. Position the catalytic converter (3) to the exhaust
manifold. Install and hand tighten bolts (2) , retain-
ers and nuts (1).
5. Insert LH catalytic converter (6) into muffler (5).
6. Make sure the alignment tang on the catalytic con-
verter (6) seats in the alignment slot on the muffler
(5).
7. Position the catalytic converter (6) to the exhaust
manifold. Install and hand tighten bolts (2), retain-
ers and nuts (1).
8. Check the exhaust system for contact with the
body panels. A minimum of 25 mm (1.0 in.) is
required between the exhaust system components and body/frame parts. Clearance between catalytic converter
and frame is 15 mm (.59 inch). Make the necessary adjustments, if needed.
9. Tighten catalytic converter to exhaust manifold bolts (2) to 20 Nꞏm (15 ft. lbs.) torque.
10. Tighten the clamp nuts to 54 Nꞏm (40 ft. lbs.) torque.
11. Lower the vehicle.
12. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks. and exhaust system. Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.

INSPECTION
Discard rusted clamps, broken or worn supports and attaching parts. Replace a component with original equipment
parts, or equivalent. This will assure proper alignment with other parts in the system and provide acceptable exhaust
noise levels.
INSTALLATION
3.7L/4.7L/5.7L ENGINE
1. Position the exhaust pipe for proper clearance with the frame and underbody parts. A minimum clearance of 25
mm (1.0 in.) is required.
2. Position the exhaust pipe to manifold. Install the bolts and nuts. Tighten the nuts to 31 Nꞏm (23 ft. lbs.) torque.
3. Tighten the clamp nuts to 54 Nꞏm (40 ft. lbs.) torque.
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks and exhaust system contact with the body panels. Adjust the
alignment, if needed.
5.9L DIESEL
1. Install the exhaust pipe into the transmission sup-
port and onto the turbocharger flange.
2. Install a New exhaust pipe-to-turbocharger elbow
clamp and tighten to 11 Nꞏm (100 in. lbs.) torque.
3. Install the extension pipe and clamp to the exhaust
pipe using a new clamp and tighten the clamp nuts
to 54 Nꞏm (40 ft. lbs.) torque.
4. Check the exhaust system for contact with the
body panels. A minimum of 25 mm (1.0 in.) is
required between the exhaust system components
and body/frame parts. Make the necessary adjust-
ments, if needed.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Connect the battery negative cables.
7. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks.
Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.

5.9L DIESEL ENGINE
1. Disconnect the battery negative cables.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Remove the muffler to tail pipe and extension pipe
clamps.
4. Disconnect the muffler from the hanger isolators.
5. Disconnect the muffler from the tailpipe.
6. Disconnect the muffler from the extension pipe and
remove from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
3.7L/4.7L/5.7L ENGINE
1. Assemble muffler and clamps loosely to permit
proper alignment of all parts.
2. Connect the muffler hangers.
3.Tightentheclampnutsto54Nꞏm(40ft.lbs.)
torque.
4. Check the exhaust system for contact with the
body panels. A minimum of 25 mm (1.0 in.) is
required between the exhaust system components
and body/frame parts. Make the necessary adjust-
ments, if needed.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks.
Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.

8.3L ENGINE
1. Make sure catalytic converters are free of burrs.
2. Assemble muffler and clamps loosely to permit
proper alignment of all parts.
3. Make sure alignment tangs on catalytic converters
seat into alignment slots on mufflers.
4. Connect the muffler hangers.
5. Install exhaust pipes (Refer to 11 - EXHAUST SYS-
TEM/EXHAUST PIPE - INSTALLATION).
6. Check the exhaust system for contact with the
body panels. A minimum of 25.4 mm (1.0 in.) is
required between the exhaust system components
and body/frame parts. Make the necessary adjust-
ments, if needed.
7.Tightentheclampnutsto54Nꞏm(40ft.lbs.)
torque.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks.
Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.
5.9L DIESEL ENGINE
1. Install the muffler hanger rods into the isolators.
2. Install the muffler into the extension pipe.
3. Install the muffler into the tail pipe.
4. Install the exhaust clamps, align the exhaust sys-
tem, and tighten the exhaust clamps to 54 Nꞏm (40
ft. lbs.) torque.
5. Check the exhaust system for contact with the
body panels. A minimum of 25 mm (1.0 in.) is
required between the exhaust system components
and body/frame parts. Make the necessary adjust-
ments, if needed.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Connect the battery negative cables.
8. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks.
Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.

8.3L ENGINE
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Saturate the clamp nuts with heat valve lubricant.
Allow 5 minutes for penetration.
3. Disconnect the exhaust tailpipe support insulators
(3 and 5).
4. Remove clamps (4) and nuts.
5. Remove the exhaust tailpipes (6).
INSPECTION
Discard rusted clamps, broken or worn supports and attaching parts. Replace a component with original equipment
parts, or equivalent. This will assure proper alignment with other parts in the system and provide acceptable exhaust
noise levels.
INSTALLATION
3.7L/4.7L/5.7L ENGINE
1. Loosely assemble exhaust tailpipe to permit proper
alignment of all parts.
2. Connect the support hangers.
3. Position the exhaust tailpipe for proper clearance
with the underbody parts.
4.Tightenallclampnutsto54Nꞏm(40ft.lbs.)
torque.
5. Check the exhaust system for contact with the
body panels. A minimum of 25 mm (1.0 in.) is
required between the exhaust system components
and body/frame parts. Make the necessary adjust-
ments, if needed.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks.
Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.

5.9L DIESEL
1. Install the tailpipe into the muffler.
2. Install the tailpipe hanger rods into the isolators
3. Install the exhaust clamp, align the exhaust sys-
tem, and tighten the clamp 48 Nꞏm (35 ft. lbs.)
torque.
4. Check the exhaust system for contact with the
body panels. A minimum of 25 mm (1.0 in.) is
required between the exhaust system components
and body/frame parts. Make the necessary adjust-
ments, if needed.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Connect the battery negative cables.
7. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks.
Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.
8.3L ENGINE
1. Position tailpipes (6) into muffler (2).
2. Make sure alignment tang on tailpipes ( 6) fully
seat into alignment slots on muffler (2).
3. Install insulators (5).
4. Check the exhaust system for contact with the
body panels. A minimum of 25 mm (1.0 in.) is
required between the exhaust system components
and body/frame parts. Make the necessary adjust-
ments, if needed.
5. Tighten all clamp (4) nuts to 54 Nꞏm (40 ft. lbs.)
torque.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks.
Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.