2006 Dodge RAM 1500 Technical Service Bulletins

51 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2006 Dodge RAM 1500. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 11017451May 1, 2025Electrical system. LAMP - DOME
• 11010205Oct 30, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Plate - Planetary
• 10221097Apr 7, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. 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 usage.
• 10220837Mar 10, 2021Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. 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. Please reference Star Online publication S2121000003 for further details. Do not have the transfer case in in another position other than AWD/2WD and rotate the motor to align the bolt holes as this could result in damage to the…
• 10190584Mar 10, 2021Engine cooling. 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. Please reference Star Online publication S2121000003 for further details. Do not have the transfer case in in another position other than AWD/2WD and rotate the motor to align the bolt holes as this could result in damage to the…
• 10220471Feb 22, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. Mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio.
• 10191442Feb 22, 2021Equipment. Mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio.
• 10229256Jul 22, 2020Electrical system. 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. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
• 10221686Jul 22, 2020Electrical system. 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. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
• 10175743Apr 30, 2020Equipment, Body and structure. Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
• 10175735Apr 22, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. 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 necessary.
• 10175677Apr 18, 2020Electrical system. Valve Body Pressure Testing Plug Inspection
• 10220101Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. 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.
• 10220099Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. 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.
• 10220097Nov 20, 2019Body and structure, Equipment. Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
• 10169249Nov 20, 2019Body and structure, Equipment. 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.
• 10169247Nov 20, 2019Equipment. 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.
• 10169245Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
• 10223854Sep 7, 2016Engine cooling. 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. Clean the oil pan T-joints.~ 2. Fill the T-joint between the pan rail/gear housing and pan rail/rear seal retainer with sealant. Use Mopar® Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant or…
• 10191455Sep 7, 2016Engine cooling. 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.
• 10191460Feb 26, 2016Engine cooling. Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
• 10121927Jan 26, 2016Engine cooling. 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).~
• 10229181Feb 12, 2015Engine cooling. Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. Unless, the EGR Block-Off Plate is being transferred from the old engine.
• 10223602Feb 12, 2015Engine cooling. Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. Unless, the EGR Block-Off Plate is being transferred from the old engine.
• 10223599Feb 11, 2015Engine cooling. 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.~ Valve bodies with a white connector can be used on 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Valve bodies with a gray connector can only be used on 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.~ Solenoid packs with a white…
• 10139595Sep 3, 2014Body and structure, Equipment. 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. If the insulator requires replacement lease order 68253099AA. Note: Insulator color is not relevant for service
• 10139704Aug 21, 2014Electrical system. UConnect Hands Free Module Fails To Respond Due To Module Lock Up This bulletin involves replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM) if required. The HFM fails to operate causing the UConnect Hands Free Communications system to not respond when system activation is attempted by the customer. Further diagnosis may reveal that when the wiTECH® scan tool is used to read Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) the tool indicates…
• 10062714Aug 21, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10220411Jun 5, 2013Suspension, Steering. 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.~If the pitman arm is not a 68039930AA, it must be replaced with a 68039930AA.~ Issue 2: For 2003 to 2007 MY only.
• 10129008Mar 20, 2013Equipment. 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 dc), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio).
• 10139009Feb 13, 2013Equipment, Engine cooling, Electrical system. 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 and/or connector in the valve cover gasket is not the root cause to your concern. In addition, make sure that the wiring attaching nuts are torqued to their proper value.~
• 10043592Jan 13, 2012Exterior lighting. Chrysler/dodge: turn signal switch malfunction causing the signals to flash incorrectly.
• 10025346Jun 30, 2008Steering. 2003-2008 (dr) ram truck 1500-steering shudder during parking lot or low vehicle speed maneuvers.
• 10024966Mar 4, 2008Engine cooling. No engine crank or no engine start due to electronic lockup of the wcm/skreem.
• 10023351Aug 8, 2007Exterior lighting. Exterior lamp - lens fogging.
• 10022418Jul 21, 2007Transmission and drivetrain. 4wd system may not engage or disengage as desired with (serv 4wd) message illuminated.
• 10021686Apr 17, 2007Engine cooling. Mil illumination due to egr position sensor dtc - p0404, p0405, p0406.
• 10019633Mar 11, 2006Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission jumps out of reverse.
• 10019754Mar 2, 2006Electrical system. Reprogram wireless control module.
• 10019607Feb 1, 2006Body and structure. 2006 ram truck crossmember modification.
• 10018977Dec 20, 2005Engine cooling. Flash: engine performance/white smoke.
• 10018588Nov 18, 2005Engine cooling. Flash:mil illumination at start-up due to dtc p2112 or p1521.
• 10018724Nov 4, 2005Electrical system. Rapid response transmittal service action test and replace battery as necessary.
• 10017651Nov 2, 2005Steering. Revised power steering system bleeding procedures.
• 10017648Oct 1, 2005Transmission and drivetrain. 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.
• 10017001Sep 1, 2005Transmission and drivetrain. Rfe transmission - delayed engagement after an extended off period.
• 10017000Sep 1, 2005Transmission and drivetrain. 45rfe/545rfe trans - delayed engagement due to cooler return filter replacement.
• 10016792Aug 26, 2005Suspension. Rapid response transmittal #05-021. (power wagon sway bar disconnect switch)
• 10016603Aug 4, 2005Equipment. Air conditioning (a/c) cooling coil odor.
• 10016026Jul 23, 2005Transmission and drivetrain. New 42rle variable line pressure transmission (vlp).

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