Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 1500 are official communications between Ram & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems.
All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.
SYMPTOM/CONDITION: The customer may describe steering wheel vibration while driving at highway speed. VISUAL INSPECTION: Visual inspection of the vehicle is recommended prior to road testing or performing any other procedure. Read More »
SUBJECT: Flash: Air Suspension Control Module (ASCM) OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves updating the ASCM with the latest available software. Read More »
Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Read More »
"ANTI-LOCK BRAKE MODULE (ABS) FOR 2015 AND 2016 DS ONLY; BEFORE REPLACING THE ABS MODULE, PLEASE CALL BRITTANY POTTON AT CELL (248) 494-1087. IF YOU DON'T RECEIVE RESPONSE WITHIN 15 MINUTES, PLEASE CONTINUE WITH NORMAL REPAIR PROCEDURE. Read More »
Engine Oil Viscosity Upgrade And Flash Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and the Transmission Control Module (TCM). Read More »
Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Read More »
SUBJECT: Tighten Starter Bolts OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves torquing the starter bolts to proper specifications. SYMPTOM/CONDITION: The customer or technician may hear an excessive noisy starter or find that the starter is loose. Read More »
SUBJECT: Tighten Starter Bolts OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves torquing the starter bolts to proper specifications. SYMPTOM/CONDITION: The customer or technician may hear an excessive noisy starter or find that the starter is loose. Read More »
Water Pump Dealers are replacing water pumps because of a coolant leak. Water pumps are found TNF but the water pump bypass o-ring was pinched resulting in a coolant leak that looks like a failed pump. Read More »
Intake Manifold Gasket Intake Manifold Gaskets on Pentastar Upgrade (Sales Code ERC/ERF) are reusable provided they are not cut, torn or melted. Read More »
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). Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
TANK, Diesel Exhaust Fluid, Part Includes Temp Sensor and Level Sensor For DS and WK vehicles ONLY; If the urea tank is being replaced due to P249C or P203E on a 2014-2016 model year 3. Read More »
"Thermostat Housing Replacement This bulletin involves inspecting the bleed screw on the thermostat housing and if necessary replacing the thermostat housing. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
Fuel Tank Issue Description: Ram 1500 built between 7/1/16 and 8/15/16 with concern of "hard to fill" or "premature shut off", please remove the Canister line and Recirculation Line and retest. Read More »
TANK, Diesel Exhaust Fluid, Part Includes Temp Sensor and Level Sensor For DS and WK vehicles ONLY; If the urea tank is being replaced due to P249C or P203E on a 2014-2016 model year 3. Read More »
Engine Oil Viscosity Upgrade And Flash Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and the Transmission Control Module (TCM). Read More »
Powertrain Control Module If a PCM/ECM is being replaced due to liquid being present inside of the PCM/ECM electrical connector(s) on a 2015-2016 model year 5. Read More »
"FLASH: TRANSMISSION SHIFT AND DRIVABILITY ENHANCEMENTS THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES REPROGRAMMING THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) WITH THE LATEST AVAILABLE SOFTWARE. Read More »
"FLASH: 3.6L AND 5.7L POWERTRAIN DIAGNOSTIC AND SYSTEM ENHANCEMENTS THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES REPROGRAMMING THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WITH THE LATEST AVAILABLE SOFTWARE. Read More »
SYMPTOM/CONDITION: Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation, a technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) stored in the TCM memory: ? P0731 - ... Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Powertrain Control Module If a PCM/ECM is being replaced due to liquid being present inside of the PCM/ECM electrical connector(s) on a 2015-2016 model year 5. Read More »
Flash: 3.0L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
"Transmission Torque Converter Replacement Due To Dislodged Snap Ring This bulletin involves replacing the torque converter after verifying that an internal snap ring has dislodged. Read More »
Flash: Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Enhancement This bulletin involves updating the Instrument Panel software and updating Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) software to latest version. Read More »
Engine Oil Viscosity Upgrade And Flash Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and the Transmission Control Module (TCM). Read More »
Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Read More »
Powertrain Control Module If a PCM/ECM is being replaced due to liquid being present inside of the PCM/ECM electrical connector(s) on a 2015-2016 model year 5. Read More »
Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio's software. A customer may experience one or more of the following: ? Radio display screen intermittently may go blank. ? Radio display screen may lock up. Read More »
Flash: 5.7L and 3.6L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Read More »
SUBJECT: Tighten Starter Bolts OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves torquing the starter bolts to proper specifications. SYMPTOM/CONDITION: The customer or technician may hear an excessive noisy starter or find that the starter is loose. Read More »
SUBJECT: Tighten Starter Bolts OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves torquing the starter bolts to proper specifications. SYMPTOM/CONDITION: The customer or technician may hear an excessive noisy starter or find that the starter is loose. Read More »
Gap at Center Stack at the Instrument Panel This bulletin involves rework to the center stack trim at the instrument panel. The customer may notice a large gap where the center stack meets the instrument panelFig. 1. Read More »
Flash: Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Enhancement This bulletin involves updating the Instrument Panel software and updating Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) software to latest version. Read More »
RA3 and RA4 Radio Over The Air Software Updates This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Flash Over The Air (FOTA) update and provides the service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to ... Read More »
Flash: BCM Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves updating the Body Control Module (BCM) software. The customer may describe the headlamps flicker while operating at night. Read More »
"FLASH: TRANSMISSION SHIFT AND DRIVABILITY ENHANCEMENTS THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES REPROGRAMMING THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) WITH THE LATEST AVAILABLE SOFTWARE. Read More »
"FLASH: 3.6L AND 5.7L POWERTRAIN DIAGNOSTIC AND SYSTEM ENHANCEMENTS THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES REPROGRAMMING THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WITH THE LATEST AVAILABLE SOFTWARE. Read More »
SYMPTOM/CONDITION: Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation, a technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) stored in the TCM memory: ? P0731 - ... Read More »
SUBJECT: Flash: Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) Enhancement SYMPTOM/CONDITION: Customers may describe the instrument cluster is illuminating by itself after the ignition has been off for an extended period of time (10 minutes or ... Read More »
Rear Door Fixed Glass Cover is Loose This bulletin involves rework to the rear door fixed glass cover trim. The customer may notice the glass cover trim is loose or shows a gap on either of the rear doorFig. 1. Read More »
Molding, Windshield Garnish Before replacing any of these part numbers, call Michael Siciliano on (cell) 815-323- 9962. If no answer and if you do not receive a return call within 15 minutes please continue with the normal repair. Read More »
Actuator- A/C Heater Before replacing this actuator call Matt Sasina at cell (248) 464-4982. If no response in 15 minutes, continue with repair. Read More »
Right Front Door Outer Belt Molding Too High This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary, repairing the right front outer belt molding height. The customer may describe that the outer belt molding is sitting too high on the door. Read More »
Right Front Door Outer Belt Molding Too High This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary, repairing the right front outer belt molding height. The customer may describe that the outer belt molding is sitting too high on the door. Read More »
Tailgate Contacting Pickup Box Panel When Closing This bulletin involves adjusting the passenger side outer box flange. The customer may describe the tailgate making contact with the passenger side outer box panel. Read More »
Tailgate Contacting Pickup Box Panel When Closing This bulletin involves adjusting the passenger side outer box flange. The customer may describe the tailgate making contact with the passenger side outer box panel. Read More »
Rear seat fold latches If the rear seat is difficult to fold or binds, please contact Trevor Trudell at cell (248) 420-7340 before making any repair. If no response within 15 minutes please proceed with the repair. Read More »
SYMPTOM/CONDITION: The customer may describe steering wheel vibration while driving at highway speed. VISUAL INSPECTION: Visual inspection of the vehicle is recommended prior to road testing or performing any other procedure. Read More »
Front Seat Adjuster Assemblies If the seat has a squeak or rattle, and it is reproducible, please call Trevor Trudell at cell (248) 420-7340 before any work is performed. If no response within 15 minutes please proceed with repair. Read More »
Rear seat fold latches If the rear seat is difficult to fold or binds, please contact Trevor Trudell at cell (248) 420-7340 before making any repair. If no response within 15 minutes please proceed with the repair. Read More »
Rear View Camera For trucks equipped with rear view camera part number 68274731A$, if there is a complaint of the rear view camera being inoperative, or the radio screen is black or blue when the truck is in reverse, DO NOT replace the ... Read More »
RA3 and RA4 Radio Over The Air Software Updates This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Flash Over The Air (FOTA) update and provides the service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to ... Read More »
Rear Door Fixed Glass Cover is Loose This bulletin involves rework to the rear door fixed glass cover trim. The customer may notice the glass cover trim is loose or shows a gap on either of the rear doorFig. 1. Read More »
Gap at Center Stack at the Instrument Panel This bulletin involves rework to the center stack trim at the instrument panel. The customer may notice a large gap where the center stack meets the instrument panelFig. 1. Read More »
"RAMBOX LID LEFT APPLIQUE LOOSE THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES INSPECTING AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACING THE AFFECTED 6`4? RAMBOX LID APPLIQUE. THE CUSTOMER MAY DESCRIBE WHAT APPEARS TO BE A GAP BETWEEN THE LEFT APPLIQUE AND THE RAMBOX LID. Read More »
SYMPTOM/CONDITION: The customer may describe a binding or audible clicking condition when the center console lid is being opened or closed. Read More »
Bumper Step Pad Customer may notice the center section of the step pad is not sitting flat. It will appear raised either left or right of center. Please photograph the condition, measure the gap between the bumper and step pad. Read More »
Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio's software. A customer may experience one or more of the following: ? Radio display screen intermittently may go blank. ? Radio display screen may lock up. Read More »
Center Console Lid Binding This bulletin involves adding a rubber bumper to the console lid. The customer may describe a binding, or audible clicking condition when the center console lid is being opened or closed. Read More »
RA3 and RA4 Radio Over The Air Software Updates This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Flash Over The Air (FOTA) update and provides the service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to ... Read More »
MY16 RA3 & RA4 Replacement Radios All MY16 RA3 and RA4 replacement radios must be ordered through the exchange process at United Radio. DO NOT order a NEW radio from Mopar. Go back and order a "Z" level part number. Read More »
SUBJECT: Flash: Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) Enhancement SYMPTOM/CONDITION: Customers may describe the instrument cluster is illuminating by itself after the ignition has been off for an extended period of time (10 minutes or ... Read More »
SUBJECT: Flash: Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) Enhancement SYMPTOM/CONDITION: Customers may describe the instrument cluster is illuminating by itself after the ignition has been off for an extended period of time (10 minutes or ... Read More »
Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio's software. A customer may experience one or more of the following: ? Radio display screen intermittently may go blank. ? Radio display screen may lock up. Read More »
"RAMBOX LID LEFT APPLIQUE LOOSE THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES INSPECTING AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACING THE AFFECTED 6`4? RAMBOX LID APPLIQUE. THE CUSTOMER MAY DESCRIBE WHAT APPEARS TO BE A GAP BETWEEN THE LEFT APPLIQUE AND THE RAMBOX LID. Read More »
Water Pump For JK Bodies ONLY: If replacing the water pump for a chirp, squeal or NVH, please contact either: Nick Morand cell: (248) 410-5078 nick.morand@fcagroup.com Joe Lovell cell: (734) 309-6467 joe.lovell@fcagroup. Read More »
Bumper Step Pad Customer may notice the center section of the step pad is not sitting flat. It will appear raised either left or right of center. Please photograph the condition, measure the gap between the bumper and step pad. Read More »
Bumper Step Pad Customer may notice the center section of the step pad is not sitting flat. It will appear raised either left or right of center. Please photograph the condition, measure the gap between the bumper and step pad. Read More »
"Thermal Expansion Valve (TXV), H-valve For D trucks only; When diagnosing an A/C system leak at the TXV (Thermal Expansion Valve, H-valve), do not replace the TXV unless it has been proven to be defective for function or for a leak. Read More »
Actuator- A/C Heater Before replacing this actuator call Matt Sasina at cell (248) 464-4982. If no response in 15 minutes, continue with repair. Read More »
