2014 Ram 1500 Technical Service Bulletins

615 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2014 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.

• 10218823Apr 30, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Wheels, Electrical system. Flash: Transmission Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves flash reprogramming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with new software. The customer may indicate that they may have experienced any of the following: ? 4x4 Low Mode shift quality during a medium to heavy throttle ? MIL Illumination for DTC P215C - OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED WHEEL SPEED CORRELATION In addition, calibration changes have been made in the…
• 10217982Apr 30, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Wheels, Electrical system. Flash: Transmission Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves flash reprogramming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with new software. The customer may indicate that they may have experienced any of the following: ? 4x4 Low Mode shift quality during a medium to heavy throttle ? MIL Illumination for DTC P215C - OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED WHEEL SPEED CORRELATION In addition, calibration changes have been made in the…
• 10139656Apr 30, 2014Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Transmission Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves flash reprogramming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with new software. The customer may indicate that they may have experienced any of the following: ? 4x4 Low Mode shift quality during a medium to heavy throttle ? MIL Illumination for DTC P215C - OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED WHEEL SPEED CORRELATION In addition, calibration changes have been made in the…
• 10069313Apr 30, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10229871Apr 23, 2014Electrical system. Dielectric Grease This product is no longer approved for use on ignition coil and spark plug boots. Current plug boot material(silicone) is not compatible with this grease and can cause deterioration over time.
• 10218783Apr 23, 2014Electrical system. Dielectric Grease This product is no longer approved for use on ignition coil and spark plug boots. Current plug boot material(silicone) is not compatible with this grease and can cause deterioration over time.
• 10217942Apr 23, 2014Electrical system. Dielectric Grease This product is no longer approved for use on ignition coil and spark plug boots. Current plug boot material(silicone) is not compatible with this grease and can cause deterioration over time.
• 10218817Apr 22, 2014Other or unknown, Electrical system, Equipment. RA2 RG2 Or RJ2 Radio Update To Prevent Display Screen Lockup This bulletin involves updating the radio's software or replacing the radio if required. A customer may experience the radio display screen is locked on the Ram logo. This software update is to prevent this condition from occurring. Vehicles equipped with satellite radio (sales code RSD) may have a condition were the radio may reset a few times during a…
• 10217976Apr 22, 2014Other or unknown, Electrical system. RA2 RG2 Or RJ2 Radio Update To Prevent Display Screen Lockup This bulletin involves updating the radio's software or replacing the radio if required. A customer may experience the radio display screen is locked on the Ram logo. This software update is to prevent this condition from occurring. Vehicles equipped with satellite radio (sales code RSD) may have a condition were the radio may reset a few times during a…
• 10139650Apr 22, 2014Equipment. RA2 RG2 Or RJ2 Radio Update To Prevent Display Screen Lockup This bulletin involves updating the radio's software or replacing the radio if required. A customer may experience the radio display screen is locked on the Ram logo. This software update is to prevent this condition from occurring. Vehicles equipped with satellite radio (sales code RSD) may have a condition were the radio may reset a few times during a…
• 10056937Apr 11, 2014Electrical system. Chrysler: see document search button for owner letter. The radio frequency on some hub vehicles have software problems that cause slow keyless entry response.
• 10229851Apr 10, 2014Engine cooling. MIL Illumination - Diagnostic and System Improvements
• 10218800Apr 10, 2014Electrical system, Fuel system, Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: MIL Illumination - Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that any of the following Diagnostic Trouble Code(s) may have been set erroneously: ? ? P0045-00 - TURBOCHARGER…
• 10217959Apr 10, 2014Electrical system. Flash: MIL Illumination - Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that any of the following Diagnostic Trouble Code(s) may have been set erroneously: ? ? P0045-00 - TURBOCHARGER…
• 10139634Apr 10, 2014Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: MIL Illumination - Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that any of the following Diagnostic Trouble Code(s) may have been set erroneously: ? ? P0045-00 - TURBOCHARGER…
• 10063307Apr 10, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10229867Apr 8, 2014Engine cooling, Fuel system. Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Injector Inspection
• 10218794Apr 8, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission Shift Enhancements - Adaptation Drive Learn Procedure This bulletin involves performing a subjective shift quality rating when customers experience poor shift quality and if necessary, performing the transmission adaptation learn procedure.
• 10218793Apr 8, 2014Fuel system. Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Injector Inspection This bulletin involves pressurizing the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) injector line to check for a leak during New Vehicle Preparation. The DEF system may not become functional until the vehicle has been driven for 20 miles at one time. This Bulletin will give the steps necessary to ensure DEF system is not leaking. A very small number of vehicles may experience a DEF…
• 10217953Apr 8, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission Shift Enhancements - Adaptation Drive Learn Procedure This bulletin involves performing a subjective shift quality rating when customers experience poor shift quality and if necessary, performing the transmission adaptation learn procedure.
• 10217952Apr 8, 2014Fuel system, Engine cooling. Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Injector Inspection This bulletin involves pressurizing the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) injector line to check for a leak during New Vehicle Preparation. The DEF system may not become functional until the vehicle has been driven for 20 miles at one time. This Bulletin will give the steps necessary to ensure DEF system is not leaking. A very small number of vehicles may experience a DEF…
• 10139628Apr 8, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission Shift Enhancements - Adaptation Drive Learn Procedure This bulletin involves performing a subjective shift quality rating when customers experience poor shift quality and if necessary, performing the transmission adaptation learn procedure.
• 10139627Apr 8, 2014Fuel system. Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Injector Inspection This bulletin involves pressurizing the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) injector line to check for a leak during New Vehicle Preparation. The DEF system may not become functional until the vehicle has been driven for 20 miles at one time. This Bulletin will give the steps necessary to ensure DEF system is not leaking. A very small number of vehicles may experience a DEF…
• 10069309Apr 8, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10064531Apr 8, 2014Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10229856Apr 4, 2014Vehicle speed control. Improved Medium to Heavy Throttle Downshift Response
• 10218792Apr 4, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Flash: Improved Medium to Heavy Throttle Downshift Response This bulletin involves flash reprogramming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with new software. Customers may indicate that the vehicle does not downshift quick enough under medium to heavy throttle.
• 10217951Apr 4, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Flash: Improved Medium to Heavy Throttle Downshift Response This bulletin involves flash reprogramming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with new software. Customers may indicate that the vehicle does not downshift quick enough under medium to heavy throttle.
• 10139626Apr 4, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Flash: Improved Medium to Heavy Throttle Downshift Response This bulletin involves flash reprogramming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with new software. Customers may indicate that the vehicle does not downshift quick enough under medium to heavy throttle.
• 10069302Apr 4, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10229868Apr 2, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. New Safety Recall Advanced Communication ? P13040214 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on certain 2014 model year (DS) RAM Truck (1500 series). The transmission case may have an improperly machined park rod guide plate mounting surface. This could cause a loss of park rod guide plate fastener clamp load and eventually the park rod guide plate fasteners may loosen. A loose park rod guide plate…
• 10218780Apr 2, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. New Safety Recall Advanced Communication ? P13040214 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on certain 2014 model year (DS) RAM Truck (1500 series). The transmission case may have an improperly machined park rod guide plate mounting surface. This could cause a loss of park rod guide plate fastener clamp load and eventually the park rod guide plate fasteners may loosen. A loose park rod guide plate…
• 10217939Apr 2, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. New Safety Recall Advanced Communication ? P13040214 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on certain 2014 model year (DS) RAM Truck (1500 series). The transmission case may have an improperly machined park rod guide plate mounting surface. This could cause a loss of park rod guide plate fastener clamp load and eventually the park rod guide plate fasteners may loosen. A loose park rod guide plate…
• 10139614Apr 2, 2014Brakes. New Safety Recall Advanced Communication ? P13040214 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on certain 2014 model year (DS) RAM Truck (1500 series). The transmission case may have an improperly machined park rod guide plate mounting surface. This could cause a loss of park rod guide plate fastener clamp load and eventually the park rod guide plate fasteners may loosen. A loose park rod guide plate…
• 10229848Apr 1, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Powertrain System Improvements/Enhancements
• 10218785Apr 1, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Powertrain System Improvements/Enhancements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. The following powertrain system improvements/enhancements are included in this software release: ? Enhanced Automatic Oil Change Indicator(EAOCI) system enhancements that force the use of the severe duty cycle algorithm anytime the PCM is replaced.
• 10217944Apr 1, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Powertrain System Improvements/Enhancements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. The following powertrain system improvements/enhancements are included in this software release: ? Enhanced Automatic Oil Change Indicator(EAOCI) system enhancements that force the use of the severe duty cycle algorithm anytime the PCM is replaced.
• 10139619Apr 1, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Powertrain System Improvements/Enhancements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. The following powertrain system improvements/enhancements are included in this software release: ? Enhanced Automatic Oil Change Indicator(EAOCI) system enhancements that force the use of the severe duty cycle algorithm anytime the PCM is replaced.
• 10063296Apr 1, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10137018Mar 28, 2014Equipment. RA3 RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and updating the radio software, if required. A customer may experience, one or more of the following conditions. ? Navigation display enhancement. ? Enables Via Mobile software features when released to consumers. ? Able to adjust audio balance / fade settings during a VR session. ? Correct, condition where user could not exit screen off mode. ? Mute…
• 10137013Mar 22, 2014Back-over prevention (rear camera). Missing: Tailgate Keyless Entry With Back-Up Camera Wiring Kit This bulletin involves placing the missing wire harnesses in the glove box for later installation. Tailgate keyless entry with back-up camera wiring kit missing from glove box.
• 10062167Mar 22, 2014Back-over prevention (rear camera). Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10136997Mar 11, 2014Equipment, Electrical system. Flash: Front Defrost Button Does Not Respond At Times This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the HVAC control module with new software. Customers may experience a situation where the touch screen climate controls may ignore the first press of the front defrost button if it is the first climate button pressed after ignition ON. The second press of the front defrost button works correctly.
• 10064507Mar 11, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10136987Mar 5, 2014Electrical system. Flash: Inaccurate Outside Temperature Display This bulletin involves updating the Drivers and Passengers Door Module (DDM and PDM) if required. The customer may notice that the temperature display will be cooler than the actual outside temperature, up to 20F degree lower. This condition is more noticeable the colder the temperature gets.
• 10136986Mar 5, 2014Equipment. RG3 RG4 RJ3 RJ4 RA3 RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and updating the radio software, if required. ? SRT soft button missing for radios when vehicle is equipped with SRT feature (EMEA /LATAM markets only). ? Battery drain due to the radio and cluster back-lighting staying on. ? Postal Code smart speller logic enhancements (EMEA markets only). ? AM/FM steering wheel mode switch button not…
• 10062140Mar 5, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10136973Feb 25, 2014Equipment. Flash: Radio May Be Muted Caused By The Amplifier Not Communicating This bulletin involves updating the Amplifier?s software. The customer may indicate that there is no audio and/or radio is muted. This condition may be caused by the amplifier not communicating on the bus. On further inspection U0186-00 Lost communication with the audio amplifier may be found.
• 10136911Jan 7, 2014Seats, Electrical system. Flash: Can Not Disable Comfort Auto On Feature This Bulletin involves updating the Heated Seat Module (HSM) software. A customer may experience not being able to turn off the ?Comfort Auto On? feature in the customer settings.
• 10061891Jan 7, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.

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