The service and repair manual for the 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 — 5.9L V8 and 4.7L V8 and 3.7L V6 and 3.9L V6 engines, 5 trims. Matched to this exact model year, so the specifications and sequences are the ones Dodge published for your car, not figures carried over from a neighbouring year.
01 / FitmentWhat this manual covers
| Model year | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Engines | 5.9L V8 — OHV 4.7L V8 — SOHC 3.7L V6 — SOHC 3.9L V6 — 238 cu in, OHV |
| Trims | SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door · Custom Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · ST Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · ST Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door · SLT Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door |
| Other 2002 Ram 1500 variants | Ram 1500 Van → |
| Federal record | 5 recalls · 1,004 complaints · 9 technical service bulletins (refreshed 2026-08-21) |
02 / InsideSample pages from the 2002 Ram 1500 manual
03 / ContentsSections in the manual
- Quick Lookups 401
- General Information 1,565
- Accessories & Equipment 1,177
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 509
- Body & Frame 500
- Maintenance 35
- Brakes 484
- Restraints 813
- Drivelines & Axles 192
- Steering 51
- Electrical 1,207
- Suspension 91
- Engine Mechanical 346
- Transmission 627
- Engine Performance 1,235
- Common Specs & Procedures - 1,500
- Axle Nut/Hub Nut 185
04 / Known issuesRecalls on federal record for the 2002 Ram 1500
- Wheels — hub · 10E040000A vehicle crash can occur if the wheel separates from the vehicle.
- Engine And Engine Cooling · 06E024000A jammed open throttle could cause unintended acceleration of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a c.
- Tires · 03V504000On certain 4x4 pickup trucks equipped with the snow plow preparation package, the tires supplied on some vehicles may have gross axle weight ratings that slightly exceed the maximum tire load capacity.
- Visibility — rearview mirrors/devices › exterior · 03V077000This could potentially affect rearward field of vision, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Steering — column · 03V078000This condition could cause impairment of visibility in inclement weather, increasing the risk of a c.
Owners have filed 1,004 complaints and Dodge has issued 9 technical service bulletins for the 2002 Ram 1500. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind these systems.
FAQQuestions about the 2002 Ram 1500 manual
Is this manual specific to the 2002 Ram 1500?
Yes. It is the OEM manual matched to the 2002 model year, covering the 5.9L V8 and 4.7L V8 and 3.7L V6 and 3.9L V6 across the SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door, Custom Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door, ST Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door, ST Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door, SLT Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door trims. Specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Dodge published for this year.
What 2002 Ram 1500 problems does it help with?
5 recalls are on federal record for the 2002 Ram 1500, covering wheels, engine and engine cooling, tires. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures for those systems; the recall repairs themselves are done free by Dodge dealers.
Does it include 2002 Ram 1500 wiring diagrams?
Yes — the complete wiring diagrams for the 2002 build, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostics.
Is it a subscription?
No. $29.99 once and the manual is yours. It is a digital manual — nothing ships; access details arrive by email after checkout and it works on any device.
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