🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Dodge Model: Ram 2500 / Ram 3500 Year: 2002 Codes Chassis Code: DR Platform: Third Generation Ram (1994-2001 with significant updates for 2002) 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Heavy Duty Pickup Truck (Class 2b and 3) Target Audience: Owners, professional mechanics, DIY enthusiasts specializing in heavy-duty trucks. Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Ford Super Duty F-250/F-350, Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD/3500HD, GMC Sierra 2500HD/3500HD. Key Features Vehicle Purpose: Designed for heavy towing, hauling, and commercial use. Manual Value Proposition: Provides authorized, detailed repair procedures, crucial for maintaining optimal performance and longevity of a heavy-duty vehicle. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Coverage: Comprehensive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair procedures for 2002 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty pickup trucks. Page Count Page Count: Estimated 2000+ pages (typical for factory service manuals of this era). Manual Type Manual Type: Factory Service Manual (FSM) / Workshop Manual Language Language: English Format Format: Electronic (PDF/digital, as implied by 'electronic version') 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine mechanical (5.9L Cummins Turbo Diesel, 5.9L Magnum V8 gasoline, 8.0L V10 Magnum gasoline), fuel system, cooling system, lubrication system, exhaust system. Transmission: Manual transmissions (NV4500), Automatic transmissions (48RE, NV3500). Drivetrain: Front and rear axle assemblies, transfer cases (part-time and full-time 4WD), drive shafts, propeller shafts, U-joints. Suspension: Front independent suspension (for 2500), solid front axle (for 3500 4x4), rear solid axle, leaf springs, shock absorbers, steering linkage. Brakes: Front disc brakes (vented rotors), rear disc brakes (on some models/options) or drum brakes, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), parking brake system. Electrical: Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting system, ignition system, instrument cluster, body control modules (BCM), power distribution, grounding, fuses, relays. HVAC: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system diagnosis and repair, refrigerant handling (R-134a). Body: Exterior body panels, doors, hoods, tailgates, interior trim, glass, mirrors, bumpers. Chassis: Frame construction, engine mounting, suspension mounting points. Diagnostics: On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II) system, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), scan tool procedures, component testing. Procedures Included Maintenance: Scheduled maintenance intervals, oil changes, filter replacements, lubrication, fluid checks and changes. Troubleshooting: System-specific diagnostic flowcharts, symptom-based troubleshooting guides, common problems and solutions. Repair: Component removal and installation, overhaul procedures, assembly and disassembly instructions. Adjustments: Wheel alignment specifications, parking brake adjustments, clutch adjustments. Specifications: Torque specifications for all fasteners, electrical specifications, fluid capacities and types, diagnostic specifications. Wiring Diagrams: Detailed electrical wiring diagrams for all vehicle systems. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, covering basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including advanced diagnostic strategies and wiring schematics. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchability: Likely text-searchable (typical for factory digital manuals). Print Quality Image Resolution: High resolution for clear diagrams, illustrations, and text. Binding Type Binding Type: N/A (Digital Format) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital Format) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine 1 Type: 5.9L (359 cu in) Cummins Turbo Diesel I6 Engine 1 Hp: 235 hp @ 2800 rpm (approximate, depending on specific turbo/injection pump configuration) Engine 1 Torque: 460 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm (approximate) Engine 1 Fuel System: High-pressure common rail direct injection (Bosch VP44 rotary injection pump on earlier models, Cummins ECM controlled common rail for later 5.9L configurations in 2002). Engine 1 Induction: Turbocharged, intercooled Optional Engine 1 Engine 2 Type: 5.9L (359 cu in) Magnum V8 Gasoline Engine 2 Hp: 245 hp @ 4000 rpm (approximate) Engine 2 Torque: 345 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm (approximate) Engine 2 Fuel System: Multi-point fuel injection (MPI) Optional Engine 2 Engine 3 Type: 8.0L (488 cu in) V10 Magnum Gasoline Engine 3 Hp: 305 hp @ 4000 rpm (approximate) Engine 3 Torque: 450 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm (approximate) Engine 3 Fuel System: Multi-point fuel injection (MPI) 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission 1 Type: Getrag NV4500 5-speed manual (common with Cummins Diesel) Optional Transmission 2 Type: Chrysler 48RE 4-speed automatic (heavy-duty, common with Cummins Diesel and V10) Transmission 3 Type: Chrysler NV3500 5-speed manual (less common, usually with 5.9L V8 gasoline) Features Transfer Case Gas 4X4: NV241DHD (part-time 4WD) or NV243DHD (full-time 4WD) Transfer Case Diesel 4X4: NV241DHD (part-time 4WD) or NV243DHD (full-time 4WD) Axle Ratio: Typically 3.73 or 4.10, depending on engine and configuration. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase 2500 Std Cab: 134.1 inches Wheelbase 2500 Crew Cab: 148.7 inches Wheelbase 3500: 134.1 inches (single rear wheel), 148.7 inches (dually) Bed Length: 6.3 ft (short bed), 8.0 ft (long bed) Weights Gvwr 2500: 8,800 lbs - 9,200 lbs (approximate) Gvwr 3500: 9,750 lbs - 11,500 lbs (approximate) Curb Weight: Varies significantly by configuration, typically 5,500 - 7,000+ lbs. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Frontal Driver: Not rated (typical for trucks of this era without specific data available) NHTSA Frontal Passenger: Not rated Passive Features Airbags: Driver and passenger front airbags. Seat Belts: 3-point front seat belts, 3-point rear seat belts (on applicable cab configurations). Active Features ABS: Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)...