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EZA

Gas V8

5.7L/345

MPFI

330 @ 4800

375 @ 4200

Rear Wheel Drive

DGQ

5

Automatic w/OD

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3.00

1.67-1.50

1.00

0.75

0.67

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3.00

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Coil

Leaf

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Pwr

4-Wheel

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Yes

13.9 x 1.39 in

13.9 x 1.18 in

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17 x 8.0 in

Steel

Aluminum

Steel

TT3

TBB

LT265/70R17E

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0.00 mi

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0.00 mi

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34 gal

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Pwr Rack & Pinion

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52.5 ft

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6

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40.8 in

41.0 in

67.0 in

64.9 in

40.5 in

44.2 in

66.5 in

64.4 in

160.5 in

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80.0 in

75.0 in

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5000 lbs

500 lbs

8800 lbs

880 lbs

750

136

16.2 qts

5.7L SMPI V8 HEMI engine.

Electronically controlled throttle.

HD engine cooling.

5-speed automatic transmission w/OD, auxiliary transmission oil cooler.

3.73 axle ratio.

10.5" rear axle ring gear diameter.

Rear wheel drive.

750-amp maintenance-free battery.

136-amp alternator.

6.3' pickup box.

Trailer tow wiring-inc: 4-pin connector.

Trailer tow group-inc: class IV receiver hitch, 7-pin wiring harness.

8800# GVWR.

HD front/rear shock absorbers.

Front stabilizer bar.

LT265/70R17E all-season BSW tires.

Full size spare tire w/17" steel wheel, winch type carrier.

17" x 8" steel chrome clad wheels.

Pwr rack & pinion steering.

Pwr 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes

5.7L SMPI V8 HEMI engine.

Electronically controlled throttle.

HD engine cooling.

5-speed automatic transmission w/OD, auxiliary transmission oil cooler.

3.73 axle ratio.

10.5" rear axle ring gear diameter.

Rear wheel drive.

750-amp maintenance-free battery.

136-amp alternator.

6.3' pickup box.

Trailer tow wiring-inc: 4-pin connector.

Trailer tow group-inc: class IV receiver hitch, 7-pin wiring harness.

8800# GVWR.

HD front/rear shock absorbers.

Front stabilizer bar.

LT265/70R17E all-season BSW tires.

Full size spare tire w/17" steel wheel, winch type carrier.

17" x 8" aluminum chrome clad wheels.

Pwr rack & pinion steering.

Pwr 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes

Bright front bumper.

Bright rear bumper.

Front air dam.

Bright grille.

Body color upper front fascia.

Halogen headlamps.

Fold-away pwr heated mirrors.

Tinted glass.

Variable speed intermittent windshield wipers.

Cargo lamp

Bright rear bumper.

Front air dam.

Bright grille.

Body color/bright front fascia.

Chrome bodyside molding.

Halogen headlamps.

Fog lamps.

Fold-away pwr heated mirrors.

Tinted glass.

Variable speed intermittent windshield wipers.

Cargo lamp

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Cloth 40/20/40 split bench seat.

Stain & odor resistant, anti-static seat fabric.

Rear 60/40 split bench seat.

Mini floor console.

Carpeted floor covering.

Front/rear floor mats.

Floor tunnel insulation.

4-spoke steering wheel.

Tilt steering column.

Sentry Key theft deterrent system.

Tip start.

Instrument cluster-inc: 120 MPH primary speedometer, tachometer.

Tire pressure monitoring system.

Pwr windows w/driver one-touch down.

Pwr locks.

Remote keyless entry.

Pwr accessory delay.

Speed control.

AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc: (4) speakers, aux input jack.

Fixed long mast antenna.

Air conditioning.

12V pwr outlet.

Cigar lighter.

Color-keyed instrument panel bezel.

Overhead console w/trip computer/universal garage door opener.

Passenger assist handle.

Passenger side visor vanity mirror.

Cab back storage.

Child safety rear door locks

Leather trim 40/20/40 bench seat.

6-way pwr driver & front passenger seats.

Heated front seats.

Rear 60/40 split bench seat.

Front center seat cushion storage.

Mini floor console.

Carpeted floor covering.

Front/rear floor mats.

Floor tunnel insulation.

Leather-wrapped steering wheel.

Steering wheel mounted audio controls.

Tilt steering column.

Sentry Key theft deterrent system.

Tip start.

Instrument cluster-inc: 120 MPH primary speedometer, tachometer.

Tire pressure monitoring system.

Bright interior accents.

Pwr adjustable pedals.

Pwr windows w/driver one-touch down.

Pwr sliding rear window.

Pwr locks.

Remote keyless entry.

Pwr accessory delay.

Speed control.

Security alarm.

AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc: (4) speakers, aux input jack.

Sirius satellite radio w/1-year service *N/A in AK or HI*.

UConnect hands-free communication.

Fixed long mast antenna.

Air conditioning w/dual zone temp control.

12V pwr outlet.

Cigar lighter.

Woodgrain instrument panel bezel.

Auto dimming rearview mirror.

Overhead console w/trip computer/universal garage door opener.

Passenger assist handle.

Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors.

Ash tray lamp.

Glove box lamp.

Underhood lamp.

Cab back storage.

Child safety rear door locks

Pwr 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes.

"Next Generation" front airbags.

Front height adjustable shoulder belts.

Dual note horn

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Basic Years:
3.

Basic Miles/km:
36,000.

Emissions Years:
2.

Roadside Assistance Years:
3.

Drivetrain Years:
5.

Drivetrain Years:
Unlimited.

Corrosion Years:
3.

Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Emissions Miles/km:
24,000.

Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
36,000.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
100,000.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
Unlimited

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
08V641000.

Mfg's Report Date:
DEC 04, 2008.

Component:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
108429.

Summary:
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 108,429 MY 2007-2008 DODGE RAM 2500 AND 3500 PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 6.7L DIESEL ENGINES. A SILENCER PAD CAN SAG AND CONTACT THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION (EGR) COOLER..

Consequence:
THIS COULD RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE..

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL ADD A BRACKET TO SUPPORT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT SILENCER PAD ADJACENT TO THE EGR COOLER. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403..

Notes:
CHRYSLER RECALL NO. H34. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
09E009000.

Mfg's Report Date:
MAR 09, 2009.

Component:
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
1364.

Summary:
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 1,364 WINDSHIELD WIPER MODULES, P/N 55077098AJ, SOLD DURING THE 2008 AND 2009 CALENDAR YEAR FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT ON MY 2002-2009 DODGE RAM PICKUP TRUCKS. THESE WIPER MODULE ASSEMBLIES MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO WATER INTRUSION THAT COULD RESULT IN PARTIAL OR COMPLETE LOSS OF WINDSHIELD WIPER CAPABILITY..

Consequence:
WHEN THE WIPER SYSTEM FAILS, THE OPERATOR WILL HAVE REDUCED VISIBILITY WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH..

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIPER MODULE ASSEMBLIES WITH VENTED WIPER MOTOR HOUSINGS FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNER MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403..

Notes:
CHRYSLER'S RECALL NO. J11. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV ..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
09V005000.

Mfg's Report Date:
JAN 06, 2009.

Component:
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
32865.

Summary:
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 32,865 MY 2008-2009 DODGE RAM 2500, 3500 AND 3500 CAB CHASSIS PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH POWERS AND SONS STEERING LINKAGE. THE STEERING LINKAGE DRAG LINK INNER TIE ROD TO PITMAN ARM BALL STUD MAY FRACTURE. ALSO THE STEERING LINKAGE DAMPER ATTACHING THE BRACKET MAY YIELD AND SHIFT ON THE LINKAGE..

Consequence:
THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND THE RESTRICTED ABILITY TO TURN THE VEHICLE IN ONE DIRECTION INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING..

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING LINKAGE DRAG LINK INNER TIE ROD END ASSEMBLY, AND INSPECT THE STEERING LINKAGE DAMPER BRACKET FREE CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403..

Notes:
CHRYSLER RECALL NO. H36. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV ..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
11V350000.

Mfg's Report Date:
JUL 06, 2011.

Component:
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
242,780.

Summary:
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 DODGE RAM 2500/3500 4X4, MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2008, THROUGH MARCH 28, 2011; MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 DODGE RAM 3500 CAB CHASSIS 4X2, MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2008, THROUGH MARCH 28, 2011; AND MODEL YEAR 2008 DODGE RAM 1500 MEGA CAB 4X4, MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2008, THROUGH AUGUST 15, 2008. BECAUSE THE LEFT TIE ROD BALL STUD MAY FRACTURE.. THIS CONDITION TENDS TO OCCUR DURING LOW SPEED PARKING LOT TYPE MANEUVERS WHEN THE CUSTOMER IS MAKING A TIGHT TURN. ADDITIONALLY, MODEL YEAR 2003-2008 DODGE RAM 2500/3500 VEHICLES MAY HAVE RECEIVED THE AFFECTED TIE ROD ASSEMBLY AS A REPLACEMENT PART DURING NORMAL SERVICE..

Consequence:
THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN THE POTENTIAL LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL STABILITY IN THE LEFT HAND FRONT WHEEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH..

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TIE ROD ENDS FOR RELATIVE ORIENTATION AND REPLACE THE LEFT OUTER TIE ROD AS REQUIRED AND PERFORM A FRONT END TOE ALIGNMENT AS NEEDED. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403..

Notes:
CHRYSLER SAFETY RECALL NO. L16. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV ..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
09V084000.

Mfg's Report Date:
MAR 09, 2009.

Component:
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
72136.

Summary:
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 72,136 MY 2008-2009 LIGHT AND HEAVY DUTY RAM PICKUP TRUCKS. THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MODULE MOTOR ASSEMBLY MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO WATER INTRUSION THAT COULD RESULT IN PARTIAL OR COMPLETE LOSS OF WINDSHIELD WIPING CAPABILITY..

Consequence:
WHEN THE WIPER SYSTEM FAILS, THE OPERATOR WILL HAVE REDUCED VISIBILITY WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH..

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIPER MODULE ASSEMBLIES WITH VENTED WIPER MOTOR HOUSINGS FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403..

Notes:
CHRYSLER RECALL NO. J10. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV ..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
09E001000.

Mfg's Report Date:
JAN 06, 2009.

Component:
STEERING:LINKAGES.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
18000.

Summary:
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 18,000 AFTERMARKET STEERING LINKAGES USED FOR SERVICE ON SOME MY 2003 THROUGH 2008 DODGE RAM HEAVY DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. THE SUBJECT LINKAGES MAY EXPERIENCE DRAG LINK INNER TIE ROD TO PITMAN ARM BALL STUD FRACTURE, ALSO, THE STEERING LINKAGE DAMPER ATTACHING BRACKET MAY YEILD AND SHIFT ON THE LINKAGE. THE PART NUMBERS OF THE AFFECTED ASSEMBLIES IS 52122362AA THROUGH 52122362AD..

Consequence:
THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND THE RESTRICTED ABILITY TO TURN THE VEHICLE IN ONE DIRECTION INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING..

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING LINKAGE DRAG LINK INNER TIE ROD END ASSEMBLY, AND INSPECT THE STEERING LINKAGE DAMPER BRACKET FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403..

Notes:
CHRYSLER RECALL NO. H36. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV ..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
15V313000.

Mfg's Report Date:
MAY 27, 2015.

Component:
AIR BAGS.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
4,054,473.

Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, SRT8, Dodge Charger and Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2010 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture..

Consequence:
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death..

Remedy:
Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi stated on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Mitsubishi owners may call 1-888-648-7820. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well..

Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
16V352000.

Mfg's Report Date:
MAY 24, 2016.

Component:
AIR BAGS.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
4,319,513.

Summary:
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2012 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2012 Chrysler 300, 2006-2012 Dodge Charger, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Chrysler is also recalling 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2009 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2009 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2009 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2009 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2009 Chrysler 300, 2006-2009 Dodge....

Consequence:
These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death..

Remedy:
Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Chrysler mailed interim notices to owners on July 7, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43..

Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.