Service and repair manuals for 14 model years of the Ram 4500, 2011 to 2024. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Ram published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 6.7L I6 — OHV, turbocharged · 6.4L V8 — 392 cu in, OHV · 6.7L I6 — turbocharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 49 recalls, 62 owner complaints and 3,408 technical service bulletins are logged for the 4500. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your 4500 year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $49.99 | 2 | 6.4L V8; 6.7L I6 | Base Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door · Base Cab & Chassis - Conventional | details → |
| 2023 | $49.99 | 4 | 6.4L V8; 6.7L I6 | Base Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door · Base Cab & Chassis - Conventional | details → |
| 2022 | $49.99 | 4 | 6.4L V8; 6.7L I6 | Base Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door · Base Cab & Chassis - Conventional | details → |
| 2021 | $49.99 | 4 | 6.4L V8; 6.7L I6 | Base Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door · Base Cab & Chassis - Conventional | details → |
| 2020 | $49.99 | 8 | 6.4L V8; 6.7L I6 | Base Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door · Base Cab & Chassis - Conventional | details → |
| 2019 | $49.99 | 8 | 6.4L V8; 6.7L I6 | Base Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door · Base Cab & Chassis - Conventional | details → |
| 2018 | $49.99 | 1 | 6.7L I6; 6.4L V8; 6.7L I6 | Tradesman Cab & Chassis 4-Door · Base Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door · SLT Cab & Chassis 2-Door · Laramie Cab & Chassis 4-Door +4 | details → |
| 2017 | $49.99 | 7 | 6.4L V8; 6.7L I6 | Base Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door · Base Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab | details → |
| 2016 | $49.99 | 1 | 6.4L V8; 6.7L I6 | SLT Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door · Tradesman Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door · Laramie Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door · Tradesman Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2015 | $49.99 | 1 | 6.4L V8; 6.7L I6 | SLT Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door · ST Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door · Tradesman Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door · Laramie Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door +3 | details → |
| 2014 | $49.99 | 1 | 6.4L V8; 6.7L I6 | SLT Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door · ST Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door · Tradesman Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door · Laramie Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door +3 | details → |
| 2013 | $49.99 | 2 | 6.7L I6 | SLT Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door · ST Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door · Tradesman Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door · Laramie Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door +4 | details → |
| 2012 | $29.99 | 4 | 6.7L I6 | SLT Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door · ST Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door · Laramie Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door · SLT Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door +2 | details → |
| 2011 | $29.99 | 2 | 6.7L I6 | SLT Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door · ST Cab & Chassis - Conventional 2-Door · Laramie Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door · SLT Cab & Chassis - Crew Cab 4-Door +2 | details → |
02 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore 4500 manual | $29.99–$49.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the 4500 manual
Which 4500 years does this manual cover?
Every year from 2011 to 2024 — 14 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Ram 4500 manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Ram published for the 4500, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include 4500 wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every 4500 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover 4500 recalls?
49 recalls are on federal record across the 2011–2024 4500, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Ram dealers.
Why do some 4500 years cost more?
Pricing follows the manual: 2011–2012 at $29.99, 2013–2024 at $49.99. Newer model years have substantially larger manuals with more systems, control modules and diagrams.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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