2013 Ram 3500 Technical Service Bulletins

535 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Ram 3500. 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.

• 10139978Mar 8, 2017Seat belts. Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
• 10217549Mar 2, 2017Fuel system. Diesel Exhaust Fluid This bulletin provides information regarding the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) vehicle delivery fill guidelines.
• 10140017Mar 2, 2017Fuel system, Engine cooling. Diesel Exhaust Fluid This bulletin provides information regarding the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) vehicle delivery fill guidelines.
• 10140011Mar 1, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). DAPAP Requirements - Addition of Exterior Mirrors (Rev. A)
• 10139985Mar 1, 2017Seat belts. Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
• 10223855Sep 7, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Washer Fluid Level Sensor Prior to replacing this part due to "Low Washer Fluid" tell tale light on the dash and the washer fluid bottle is full, please perform the this inspection. Inspect the sensor for a fluid coating on the sensor pins. Orange colored rain repellant can cause this fluid build-up. Clean the pins, drain the reservoir, and fill with Mopar approved washer fluid. Check to determine if the issue has…
• 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…
• 10223815Sep 3, 2016Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that the following DTCs have been set: P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak (Sales Code EZC). P2610 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer…
• 10121720Sep 1, 2016Electrical system, Engine. Flash: 6.7L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM) with new software. Several software improvements are available for vehicles equipped with a Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel. These improvements are separated into the following categories: NOTE: There will be a choice between two calibrations. One for vehicles that utilize an ammonia…
• 10121737Aug 31, 2016Engine, Electrical system. Intake Grid Heater Grid Heater Relay 2012 - 2016 6.7L Cummins engines with Intake Heater issues or DTC P2609 and P0542, please replace the Intake Heater Grid and Relay as a set. 68210071A$ (relay) and 05187880A$ (grid). Inspect electrical cable between the heater grid and relay for signs of possible overheating. Replace cable as necessary.
• 10226283Aug 24, 2016Body and structure, Equipment. Center Console.
• 10130082Aug 24, 2016Body and structure. Center Console If vehicle comes in for squeaking, clicking, or binding of the center console lid, verify the complaint by cycling the upper console lid. Check for a green dot sticker on the back of the console behind the rear panel by the hinge. ~ If the above complaint is verified and the console DOES NOT have a green dot sticker near the hinge (behind the back panel), order kit PN 68315574AA and install per the…
• 10140210Aug 10, 2016Vehicle speed control. P/N 68111384AB: Inspect &Return: Switch - Speed Control You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return parts which have a pacakging date code of July 20th 2016. Reference pictures attached for suspect part identification. Please return parts backto your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 31 August, 2016.
• 10140209Aug 10, 2016Engine cooling, Engine. 05187880AC - Inspect and Return: Relay Assy - Heater Intake Air You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 05187880AC. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 31st August, 2016.
• 10140207Aug 10, 2016Exterior lighting. Inspect and Return: Lamp Assy - Tail Light Rt/L You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of following part numbers: 68110016AC, 68110016AD, 68110016AE, 68110017AD, 68236104AC, 68236105AB. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 31 August, 2016.
• 10140206Aug 8, 2016Engine cooling. P/N 04573460 - Inspect &Return: Rocker Assy - Intake Valve RT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return part number 04573460 which have a packaging date of 2016-06-13. Reference attached picture for reference. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 29 August, 2016.
• 10140205Aug 6, 2016Equipment. 68103256AGReturn: Line Assy - A/C Suction and Liquid You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock of part number 68103256AG packaged before 2016/08/01. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 29 August, 2016.
• 10140203Aug 5, 2016Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. 68160775AB: Inspect and Return: Switch - Outside Door Handle You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 68160775AB. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 26 August, 2016.
• 10221550Jul 26, 2016Fuel system, Exterior lighting, Brakes, Electronic stability control…. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set. Several software improvements are available for the following…
• 10136532Jul 26, 2016Fuel system, Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set. Several software improvements are available for the following…
• 10121668Jul 13, 2016Engine cooling. Housing: Oil Filter Adapter Cummins equipped trucks ONLY; If you are replacing the oil filter adapter as a result of thread damage to the oil filter connector (Spud), DO NOT replace the entire adapter assembly. The oil filter connector is available separately (Part Number 04429355).~ If ordering an adapter due to some other issue, you must also order an oil bypass valve Mopar Part # 04797726AB, as these are not…
• 10121640Jul 6, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission Torque Converter Replacement After Drone Noise Verification This bulletin involves test driving the vehicle to listen for audible ?drone? noise at approximately 2,000 RPM. If drone noise is verified, normal torque converter replacement should be performed. The customer may describe a ?heavy droning noise? coming from the vehicle at an engine speed range of 1,800 RPM to 2,000 RPM with mid to deep…
• 10218270Jun 22, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Fan Support Assembly, Fan Support Bearing, Fan Pulley If you are replacing this part due to fan hub bearing failure, please also replace the fan clutch assembly using current Mopar stock (part number 52014729A$).~ Once installed, contact Christine Donegan at (866) 799-1692 ext 1257 to initiate a fast track request for the return of the parts for analysis.
• 10140137Jun 22, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Fan Support Assembly, Fan Support Bearing, Fan Pulley If you are replacing this part due to fan hub bearing failure, please also replace the fan clutch assembly using current Mopar stock (part number 52014729A$).~ Once installed, contact Christine Donegan at (866) 799-1692 ext 1257 to initiate a fast track request for the return of the parts for analysis.
• 10080240Jun 22, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. "fan support assembly, fan support bearing, fan pulley if you are replacing this part due to fan hub bearing failure, please also replace the fan clutch assembly using current mopar stock (part number 52014729a$).~ once installed, contact christine donegan at (866) 799-1692 ext 1257 to initiate a fast track request for the return of the parts for analysis."
• 10140103Jun 17, 2016Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 68143886AA. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 11 July, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to [email protected].
• 10140102Jun 17, 2016Equipment, Exterior lighting. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 68174065AE. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 11 July, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to [email protected].
• 10140101Jun 17, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 04685719AI. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 11 July, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to [email protected].
• 10140100Jun 15, 2016Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of following part numbers: 68141880AH, 68141881AH, 68145625AI, 68145626AI, 68189480AF and replacement part numbers are 68141880AI, 68141881AI, 68145625AJ, 68145626AJ & 68189480AG respectively,which arein stockand available. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02…
• 10140099Jun 15, 2016Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of following part number: 05278632AF and replacement part number is 52030379AA which isin stockand available. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 05 July, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to…
• 10140098Jun 15, 2016Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of following part numbers: 1YG06JSCAC, 1YG06KEPAC, 1YG 06KFSAC, 1YG 06KGZAC, 1YG 06KBUAC and replacement part numbers are 1YG 1YG06KFSAD, 1YG 06KG ZAD, 1YG 06KBUAE respectively,which arein stockand available. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 05 July…
• 10140097Jun 15, 2016Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of following part number: 68188889AE and replacement part number is 68188889AF which isin stockand available. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 05 July, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to…
• 10140094Jun 15, 2016Engine cooling, Engine. Return: ALTERNATOR - ENGINE You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of following part numbers: R4801313AC replacement part number are 04801313AD respectively which are in stock and available. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 8 July, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all…
• 10140096Jun 10, 2016Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of following part numbers: 68036213AA, 68036230AF, 68158196AC, 68158197AD, & 68158454AD. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 30 June, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions…
• 10140095Jun 10, 2016Engine cooling. 68085119AE,Inspect and Return: Exhaust Pipe Assy - Frt W/Catalytic Converter You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 68085119AE. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 30 June, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct…
• 10137047Jun 8, 2016Electrical system. Integrated Center Stack If vehicle is found within 50 mile radius of the Detroit Metro area please hold vehicle and contact:~ Contact one of the following:~ Daniel Acciacca CELL (586) 709-1537~ Michael Savich CELL (248) 214-7270~ Ayed Hadaad CELL (248) 941-8707~ Issue: On a 2015 & 2016MY LA (Challenger), LD(Charger) and LX (300), the Integrated Center Stack (ICS) may experience a lock-up/Inop condition (complete…
• 10137046Jun 8, 2016Equipment. A/C Compressor This applies to 2015 and 2016 UF and PF. Before replacing the AC compressor for noise, leaks , or in-op:~ After these questions have been answered please call one of the individuals below.~ Stev at cell (248) 867-0061~ Mark Briolat at cell (248) 345-0127~ If no response in 15 minutes, please continue with repair.~ 1) Check all AC plumbing connection for leaks with UV light.
• 10137045Jun 8, 2016Electrical system. Hands Free Module - CTM ? Peiker For RT, JK and MK bodies only; Before replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM), please contact Gaurav Saxena at cell (248) 260-0583~ IMPORTANT - do not reset the HFM, clear codes or perform a battery reset before calling. Engineering is currently root causing this issue and your assistance is greatly appreciated. Seeking vehicles with HFM in a locked state, inoperative, or offline.
• 10137044Jun 8, 2016Electrical system. Battery - Transmitter For vehicles within 12 Months in Service which have a "FOB Battery Low" message within Cluster or DTC B1A10 or B1A11 Active or Stored. Engineering is requesting complete FOB returned unopened (ie, battery not removed or FOB housing opened!). ~ All others, follow normal procedures.~ Please ensure Dealer Technicians are aware of this request to allow for gain in FOB Battery depletion…
• 10226281Jun 7, 2016Engine cooling, Fuel system. Diagnosing A Urea Module That Is Exposed To Diesel Fuel This bulletin involves discussing what will happen to the rubber material used in the urea pump when exposed to diesel fuel. This unit is sometimes referred to as the Selective Catalyst Reductant (SCR) module or the Adblue Delivery Module (ADM). Units exposed to hydrocarbons have a particular failure mode, the rubber heater unit is crinkled and in some cases…
• 10137067Jun 7, 2016Fuel system. Diagnosing A Urea Module That Is Exposed To Diesel Fuel This bulletin involves discussing what will happen to the rubber material used in the urea pump when exposed to diesel fuel. This unit is sometimes referred to as the Selective Catalyst Reductant (SCR) module or the Adblue Delivery Module (ADM). Units exposed to hydrocarbons have a particular failure mode, the rubber heater unit is crinkled and in some cases…
• 10140226May 6, 2016Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. As per regulatory compliance: Please return follow ing stock of part numbers: 82214711, 82214712, 82214713, 82214714, 82214715, 82214716, 82214717, 82214718, 82214720, 82214721, 82214722, 82214723, 82214724, 82214725, 82214726, 82214727, 82214728, 82214729, 82214730, 82214731, 82214732. Please return parts back to your…
• 10218303May 4, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. RES / RHA / REB radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands-Free For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and associated components) is the system responsible for these features.
• 10140254May 4, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. RES / RHA / REB radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands-Free For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and associated components) is the system responsible for these features.
• 10140249May 4, 2016Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of part number 68288760AA. Replacement part number is 68288760AB. Replacement parts w ill be available w eek ending 5/6/16. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 26 May, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to…
• 10140248May 3, 2016Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part numbers: 68003062AB, 68003083AB, 68003085AB. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 24 May, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to [email protected].
• 10140227May 3, 2016Equipment. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part numbers: 1PE001W 7AB, 1PE011W 7AB. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 24 May, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to [email protected].
• 10219794Apr 29, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. RA3 RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and updating the radio software, if required. **Improvements: · Ability to communicate with Siri via UConnect. · Ability to press Voice Recognition (VR) button for more than one second.** A customer may experience one or more of the following conditions: · **Poor or no connection to cellular network (U.S. market only).
• 10138978Apr 29, 2016Equipment, Back-over prevention (rear camera), Electrical system. RA3 RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and updating the radio software, if required. Improvements: · Ability to communicate with Siri via UConnect. · Ability to press Voice Recognition (VR) button for more than one second.** A customer may experience one or more of the following conditions: · Poor or no connection to cellular network (U.S. market only). HVAC temperature out of sync with radio…
• 10076511Apr 29, 2016Electrical system. SUBJECT: RA3 RA4 Radio Enhancements OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves inspecting and updating the radio software, if required. SYMPTOM/CONDITION: **Improvements: · Ability to communicate with Siri via UConnect. · Ability to press Voice Recognition (VR) button for more than one second.**

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