The service and repair manual for the 1985 Dodge Ramcharger — 5.9L V8 and 5.2L V8 engines, 2 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 | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Engines | 5.9L V8 — OHV 5.2L V8 — 318 cu in, OHV |
| Trims | Base Sport Utility 2-Door · Royal SE Sport Utility 2-Door |
| Federal record | 2 recalls · 4 complaints · 0 technical service bulletins (refreshed 2026-08-21) |
02 / InsideSample pages from the 1985 Ramcharger manual
03 / ContentsSections in the manual
- Quick Lookups 54
- Engine Performance 479
- Accessories & Equipment 145
- General Information 1,391
- Body & Frame 17
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 97
- Brakes 84
- Maintenance 74
- Drivelines & Axles 67
- Steering 127
- Electrical 132
- Suspension 27
- Engine Mechanical 121
- Transmission 232
- Steering Wheel Retaining Nut 45
04 / Known issuesRecalls on federal record for the 1985 Ramcharger
- Structure — frame and members › underbody shields · 84V115000Vehicles are not in compliance with the impact test requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 301, "fuel system integrity." the structure of the rear step bumper may not withstand a rear e.
- Service Brakes, Air — supply › hoses, lines/piping, and fittings · 84V117000The front brake hose, which is routed from the body brake tubing to the front axle connector, may have been twisted when installed. if the hose is twisted, it may become looped or coiled upon itself r.
Owners have filed 4 complaints and Dodge has issued 0 technical service bulletins for the 1985 Ramcharger. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind these systems.
FAQQuestions about the 1985 Ramcharger manual
Is this manual specific to the 1985 Ramcharger?
Yes. It is the OEM manual matched to the 1985 model year, covering the 5.9L V8 and 5.2L V8 across the Base Sport Utility 2-Door, Royal SE Sport Utility 2-Door trims. Specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Dodge published for this year.
What 1985 Ramcharger problems does it help with?
2 recalls are on federal record for the 1985 Ramcharger, covering structure, service brakes, air. 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 1985 Ramcharger wiring diagrams?
Yes — the complete wiring diagrams for the 1985 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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