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Service bulletins for the 2013 Ram 4500

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417 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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1023872025-01-04. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. SEAL - OUTPUT SHAFT
1023892025-01-04. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. SEAL - OUTPUT SHAFT
S1623000028 Rev.2023-02-13. Service bulletin. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL; BACK OVER PREVENTION; POWER TRAIN; VISIBILITY; PARKING BRAKE. Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
90033192022-10-24. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; BACK OVER PREVENTION; POWER TRAIN; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER. Turbocharger, Turbo Speed Sensor, Turbo Gaskets and Seals 1. Do Not Replace Turbocharger for Exhaust Brake Operation Complaints. Do not replace the turbocharger for complaints of exhaust brake operating when the Exhaust Brake switch is off. Replacing the turbocharger will not address these complaints. Update the PCM with the new software version to correct this issue. 2. Turbo Speed Sensor is Now Serviceable. If a Turbocharger Speed Sensor is being replaced for a P2580 or any other reason, the Turbo Speed Sensor is now available separate from the Turbocharger Kit. do not replace the entire Turbocharger Kit. 2013-2015 Chassis Cab or Pickup - PN 68210095A$ 2007-2012 Chassis Cab or Pickup - PN 68039104A$. 3. Replace Exhaust Gaskets with Turbocharger Removal.~ If turbocharger is removed/replaced, the following items are not reusable and must be replaced: Turbocharger Gasket Turbocharger Outlet Seal Turbocharger Band Clamp If the front exhaust pipe is removed/replaced, the following items are not reusable and must be replaced. Turbocharger Outlet Seal Turbocharger Band Clamp
90044452022-10-17. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Transfer Case Shift Lever Design Change
S18210000012022-09-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Gear Ratio DTC?s, Transmission Shift Concerns, Does Not Shift At Times, Shudders
90040092022-09-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage. Vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015 requires Service Kit PN 68461214AA; includes Transmission Isolator PN 68264483AA, and Adaptation Bracket 68264479AA and Fastener Service Kit PN 68329056AA Vehicles built after on or after 10/23/2015 will require only the Fastener Service Kit PN 68329056AA. 2. All 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the vehicle you are repairing has a crack in the flex plate or failed pump bushing inspect and confirm that both (2) dowel pins are present in the engine block, which align the transmission center line to the crank shaft centerline and visually inspect the dowel alignment holes in the transmission case. If the holes are damaged or elongated the transmission should be replaced to prevent further damage to the transmission/flexplate or pump bushing due to the inability to properly align the engine to the transmission during the repair. 3. All 62TE equipped vehicles. If pump bushing is scored or damaged and the dowel pin alignment holes are ok, replace the pump assembly as opposed to complete transmission. 4. All 62TE equipped vehicles. If vehicle is jerking/slipping with MIL code(s) P0740 or P2764, check TCC Solenoid operation. If TCC Solenoid is ok, the codes are indicative of a torque converter failure. Replace the torque converter.
21017192022-09-15. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; AIR BAGS; POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; BACK OVER PREVENTION. Flash: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the TCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the followingDTC has been set:U1111-00 - Lost Odometer Message(DD, DF, and DP with Diesel Engine Only). In addition, the customer may notice one or more of the following conditions: The customer may notice a harsh 2-3 and/or 3-4 shift(2017 MY D2 with ETK 6.7L Diesel and DF2 Transmission Only). 1-2 hard shift. 3-4 flare issue fix. Trans quick learn fix(Gas Engine Only). Transmission oil temperature light illumination during high engine and tow loads. Less than desired towing performance while using cruise control. Harsh engagement while shifting from neutral to drive, neutral to reverse,or park to reverse with vehicle still in motion (rolling garage shift). Engine flare during 2-1 tip in downshift. Less than desired shift quality during 6-5 and 5-4 coasting downshifts. Delayed downshifts in Tow/Haul mode while driving down grades. Less than desired transmission shift performance when transitioning froma low traction to high traction surfaces i.e. ice covered road to clear pavement. Less than desired shift points during light pedal and Wide Open Throttle(WOT) operation or while in Tow/Haul and engine brake modes. 1-2 upshift shudder correction(Diesel engine and DF2 Transmission Only). A harsh 1-2 upshift(DF2 Transmission Only). Excessive gear shifting(DF2 Transmission Only). Harsh 2-1 downshift(DF2 Transmission Only). Delayed engagement when shifting from neutral to drive, neutral to reverse,or park to reverse (garage shifts)(DF2 Transmission Only). Audible squawk noise on 4-3 downshift(DF2 Transmission Only). Poor vehicle acceleration in first gear with vehicle fully loaded(DF2 Transmission Only). MIL illumination with no defect found forDTC P253D - PTO Sense Circuit High(DF2 Transmission Only).
18-062-142022-08-22. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; POWER TRAIN; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; BACK OVER PREVENTION; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 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.Prevent Or Reduce Unnecessary Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination For The Following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). These DTCs Are Currently Set As A One Trip Fault And Should Be A Two Trip Fault: P0201 - P0206 - Fuel Injector X Circuit/Open. U110E - Lost Ambient Temperature Message. P049D - EGR Control Position Exceeded Learning Limit.These DTCs Are Currently Set As A Two Trip Fault And Should Have Been A One Trip Fault: U12A4 - LOST COMMUNICATION WITH AMMONIA SENSOR Improvements To Prevent Or Reduce Unnecessary Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Mil) Illumination For: P2281 - Air Leak Between MAF and Throttle Body. U3017 - Control Module Timer/Clock Performance. U1421 - Implausible Ignition Key Off Time Received. P0128 - Thermostat Rationality. In cold ambient temperatures. P0087 - Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low. P0544 - Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit - Bank 1 Sensor 1. P2002 - Diesel Particulate Filter Efficiency Below Threshold. P061A - Level 2 Torque Performance. P0234 - Turbocharger Over boost condition. P026A - Charge Air Cooler Efficiency Below Threshold. P0299 - Manifold Pressure Sensor Out of Range Low. P0544 - Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) Sensor Circuit - Bank 1 Sensor 1. P0562 - Battery Voltage Low. P20EE - SCR NOX Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold - Bank 1. P2201 - Aftertreatment NOX Sensor Circuit Performance - Bank 1 Sensor 1. P24A5 - EGR Cooler Bypass Bank 1 Control Stuck. P2459 - Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration Too Frequent. P249E - Closed Loop SCR Reductant Injection Control At Limit - Flow Too High.
18-010-142022-08-22. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL. Flash: Doser Control Unit (DCU), Heater Thaw Time Improvements And MIL Illumination This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Doser Control Unit (DCU) with new software. Software improvements are available for the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) DCU on vehicles equipped with a Cummins 6.7L turbo Diesel. The software contains improvements for the following: Increase in DEF thaw time when ambient and DEF tank temperatures are below -14°C. (7°F.). P208D - (DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID) REDUCTANT PUMP CONTROL CIRCUIT HIGH P202E - (DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID) REDUCTANT INJECTOR PERFORMANCE
90017622022-08-22. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Part Description: Thermostat, Engine Issue Description: Important! There has been an application change to the Cummins turbo diesel thermostat. When replacing a thermostat confirm the correct replacement is choosen.~ 2010, 2011, and 2012 RAM Trucks 2500/3500/4500/5500 engine coolant operating temperature has been increased to 200 degrees requiring thermostat 68067109AA.~ 2009, 2013, and 2014 RAM Trucks 2500/3500/4500/5500 engine coolant operating temperature is 190 degrees requiring thermostat 68005464AA.~ These thermostats are not interchangeable and doing so will result in reduced engine performance.
S2008000113 Rev.2021-05-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle, Intermittent Key Not Detected Message
21-017-19 REV. A2019-12-16. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the TCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the followingDTC has been set:U1111-00 - Lost Odometer Message(DD, DF, and DP with Diesel Engine Only). In addition, the customer may notice one or more of the following conditions: The customer may notice a harsh 2-3 and/or 3-4 shift(2017 MY D2 with ETK 6.7L Diesel and DF2 Transmission Only). 1-2 hard shift. 3-4 flare issue fix. Trans quick learn fix(Gas Engine Only). Transmission oil temperature light illumination during high engine and tow loads. Less than desired towing performance while using cruise control. Harsh engagement while shifting from neutral to drive, neutral to reverse,or park to reverse with vehicle still in motion (rolling garage shift). Engine flare during 2-1 tip in downshift. Less than desired shift quality during 6-5 and 5-4 coasting downshifts. Delayed downshifts in Tow/Haul mode while driving down grades. Less than desired transmission shift performance when transitioning froma low traction to high traction surfaces i.e. ice covered road to clear pavement. Less than desired shift points during light pedal and Wide Open Throttle(WOT) operation or while in Tow/Haul and engine brake modes. 1-2 upshift shudder correction(Diesel engine and DF2 Transmission Only). A harsh 1-2 upshift(DF2 Transmission Only). Excessive gear shifting(DF2 Transmission Only). Harsh 2-1 downshift(DF2 Transmission Only). Delayed engagement when shifting from neutral to drive, neutral to reverse,or park to reverse (garage shifts)(DF2 Transmission Only). Audible squawk noise on 4-3 downshift(DF2 Transmission Only). Poor vehicle acceleration in first gear with vehicle fully loaded(DF2 Transmission Only). MIL illumination with no defect found forDTC P253D - PTO Sense Circuit High(DF2 Transmission Only).
553092019-07-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN. Power Transfer Unit
545832019-07-15. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Transmission ? With Torque Converter
90039882019-07-15. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Please contact Stacey Davis at (248) 260-6078 or stacey.davis@fcagroup.com if the following scenario occurs; The T79 or U11 recall was completed where the shifter inspection was acceptable and the software flash was performed but then the customer comes back needing the BTSI bracket replaced for coming out of park without the brake or key.
68317270A2018-11-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. 2014 KL 9-Speed service transaxle with 2015 common hardware This 9-speed transaxle must be ordered thru Mopar?s Powertrain Service Center (PSC) for a specific VIN and must be installed in that vehicle or the correct calibration will not load to the Engine Control Module (ECM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM).~ This 9-speed transaxle assembly requires an update to the Engine Control Module AND the Transmission Control Module using WiTech. Failure to complete both updates will result in possible damage and/or incorrect operation of this unit.
68211004A2018-11-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. Shifter - Automatic Trans Before this part is replaced for any issue please call John Grzecki on cell (248) 379- 0969. If you do not receive a return call within 15 minutes, proceed with the repair. Please be sure to accurately record any DTCs identified with the scan tool and document them on the repair order.
68090604A2018-11-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE). Power Transfer Unit Prior to replacing the PTU, please review the following .~ Check if the service 4WD light is intermittent by driving under heavy throttle will produce a C1494-92 DTC, if yes, please call FCA axle engineering and do not replace the PTU. Bruce Michel at cell (248) 260-8641, or Jian Zhu at cell (248) 379- 1132. If neither answers with 15 minutes then proceed with the repair. ~ If the service 4WD light lamp is on steady then replace the Power Transfer Unit.
21-013-152018-09-24. Service bulletin. ENGINE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN. Flash: AS69RC/AS66RC Transmission Shift And Diagnostic Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience one or more of the following conditions. Vehicles equipped with an AS69RC automatic transmission (sales code DF2) ? Less than desired towing performance while using cruise control. ? Harsh engagement while shifting from neutral to drive, neutral to reverse, or park to reverse with vehicle still in motion (rolling garage shift). ? Transmission Oil Temperature light illumination during high engine and tow loads. ? Engine flare during 2-1 tip in downshift. ? Less than desired shift quality during 6-5, 5-4 coasting downshifts. ? Delayed downshifts in Tow/Haul mode while driving down grades. ? Less than desired transmission shift performance when transitioning from low traction surface to high traction surfaces. (i.e. ice covered road to clear pavement). ? Harsh 2-1 downshift. ? Less than desired shift points during light pedal and Wide Open Throttle (WOT) operation or while in Tow/Haul and engine brake modes. ? Delayed engagement when shifting from neutral to drive, neutral to reverse, or park to reverse (garage shifts). ? Audible squawk noise on 4-3 downshift. ? Poor vehicle acceleration in first gear with vehicle fully loaded. ? Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination with no defect found for Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P253D - PTO Sense Circuit High. AS66RC automatic transmission (sales code DF3) ? Transmission Oil Temperature light illumination during high engine and tow loads. ? Less than desired towing performance while using cruise control. ? Harsh engagement while shifting from neutral to drive, neutral to reverse, or park to reverse with vehicle still in motion (rolling garage shift) ? Engine flare during 2-1 tip in downshift. ? Less than desired shift quality during 6-5, 5-4 coasting downshifts.
BJA465972018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN. Job aid - If you have a suspected TC shudder/vibration, check the Interactive Network for Service Bulletins for the vehicle you are working on. A test-drive snap shot may help you isolate the source of the issue.
21-005-142018-05-21. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: Transmission Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with new software. The customer may indicate that they may have experienced any of the following: ? Harsh 2 - 1 downshift ? Delayed shifts while shifting from neutral to drive, neutral to reverse or park to reverse ? Audible squawk noise while the truck is shifting from 4-3 ? Poor vehicle acceleration in first gear while fully loaded In addition to any of the previous, dealers may identify a P253D "PTO SENSE CIRCUIT HIGH? stored in the TCM?s memory.
D-13-312016-06-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
SB-18-004-142014-05-21. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). DODGE: REPAIR PROCEDURE PROVIDED DUE TO MULTIPLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC), THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED, WITH THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) NEW SOFTWARE. MODEL 2014 DODGE RAM PICK UP. *PE

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