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2008 Dodge Ram 2500 4WD Reg Cab 140.5" SLT 5.7L

Passenger side visor vanity mirror

Cab back storage

Child safety rear door locks

Cloth 40/20/40 split bench seat

Stain & odor resistant, anti-static seat fabric

Mini floor console

Carpeted floor covering

Front floor mats

Front/rear floor mats

Floor tunnel insulation

4-spoke steering wheel

Tilt steering column

Sentry Key theft deterrent system

Instrument cluster-inc: 120 MPH primary speedometer, tachometer

Tire pressure monitoring system

Pwr windows w/driver one-touch down

Rear sliding window

Pwr locks

Remote keyless entry

Pwr accessory delay

Speed control

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*

Fixed long mast antenna

Air conditioning

12V pwr outlet

Cigar lighter

Color-keyed instrument panel bezel

Overhead console w/trip computer

Passenger assist handle

Pwr 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes

"Next Generation" front airbags

Front height adjustable shoulder belts

Dual note horn

Bright front bumper

Gray 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

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

5.7L SMPI V8 HEMI engine

Electronically controlled throttle

HD engine cooling

6-speed manual transmission w/OD

Pwr steering

Manual shift-on-the-fly transfer case

3.73 axle ratio

10.5" rear axle ring gear diameter

5200# front axle

Four wheel drive

600-amp maintenance-free battery

17" x 8" forged aluminum wheels

136-amp alternator

8.0' pickup box

Trailer tow wiring-inc: 4-pin connector

8650# GVWR

Pwr 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes

HD front/rear shock absorbers

Front stabilizer bar

LT265/70R17E all-season BSW tires

ULTRA CLEAN DIESEL SYSTEM CHARGE (REQ: ETJ Diesel Engine)

6.7L I6 CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL ENGINE -inc: 750-amp maintenance-free battery

5.7L (350) SMPI V8 HEMI ENGINE (STD)

LEATHER 40/20/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT -inc: dual zone temp control, bright interior accents, heated front seats, instrument panel woodgrain bezel, leather-wrapped steering wheel, pwr 6-way driver seat (REQ: 2_P CPOS Pkg)

PREMIUM CLOTH 40/20/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT -inc: 6-way pwr driver seat, center seat cushion storage, stain & odor resistant, anti-static seat fabric (w/2_P CPOS Pkg REQ: ALW Popular Equipment Group)

CLOTH 40/20/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT -inc: stain & odor resistant, anti-static seat fabric (STD)

LEATHER TRIMMED BUCKET SEATS -inc: 6-way pwr driver seat, heated front seats (N/A w/DEG 6-Speed Manual Trans, or 2__P CPOS Pkg)

POPULAR EQUIPMENT GROUP -inc: 40/20/40 premium cloth bench seat, 7 Infinity speakers, ash tray lamp, front center seat cushion storage, front dome lamp, glove box lamp, leather-wrapped steering wheel, overhead console w/trip computer/universial garage door opener, 6-way pwr driver seat, security alarm, steering wheel mounted audio controls, sun visors w/illuminated vanity mirrors, underhood lamp, auto-dimming rear view mirror (N/A w/AGG Sport Appearance Group)

SPORT APPEARANCE GROUP -inc: 17 x 8 chrome clad aluminum wheels, body color front fascia, body color grille, body color rear bumper w/step pads, cloth low back bucket seats, fog lamps, sport instrument panel bezel, leather-wrapped steering wheel, LT265/70RE17E on/off-road OWL tires, 6-way pwr driver seat, sport badge (N/A w/ALW Popular Equipment Group, 2_P CPOS Pkg) *Affects Color Availability*

SNOW CHIEF GROUP -inc: 160-amp alternator, 750-amp maintenance-free battery, anti-spin rear axle, black vinyl floor covering, clearance lamps, floor mat delete, LT245/70R17E on/off-road BSW tires, Snow Chief badge, transfer case skid plate (N/A w/2_P CPOS Pkg, AHD Snow Plow Prep Group, ETJ I6 Engine)

NAVIGATION CONVENIENCE GROUP -inc: AM/FM/MP3 stereo w/6-disc in-dash CD changer, GPS navigation system, light group, Uconnect hands-free communication, security alarm (N/A w/2_P CPOS Pkg, RAQ Radio)

LIGHT GROUP -inc: ashtray lamp, front dome lamp, glove box lamp, auto dimming rearview mirror, sun visors w/illuminated vanity mirrors, underhood lamp, overhead console w/universal garage door opener, trip computer (REQ: AGG Sport Appearance Group)

PROTECTION GROUP -inc: tow hooks, transfer case skid plate shield (N/A w/2_P CPOS Pkg)

TRAILER TOW GROUP -inc: Class IV trailer hitch receiver, 7-pin wiring harness, 750-amp maintenance-free battery

HEAVY DUTY SNOW PLOW PREP GROUP -inc: 160-amp alternator, 750-amp maintenance-free battery, transfer case skid plate shield (N/A w/2_P or 2EG CPOS Pkg)

AM/FM/MP3 STEREO W/6-DISC IN-DASH CD CHANGER -inc: (7) Infinity speakers, leather-wrapped steering wheel w/mounted audio controls (REQ: ADA Light Group or ALW Popular Equipment Group)

AM/FM/MP3 STEREO W/6-DISC IN-DASH CD CHANGER, GPS NAVIGATION SYSTEM -inc: (7) Infinity speakers, leather-wrapped steering wheel w/mounted audio controls (REQ: ADA Light Group, ANA navigation Convenience Group or ALW Popular Equipment Group) *N/A in AK or HI*

ADD FULL SIZE SPARE TIRE (N/A w/2_P CPOS Pkg) (REQ: XBC Pickup Box Delete)

BODYSIDE MOLDINGS (N/A w/2_P CPOS Pkg)

CAB CLEARANCE LAMPS

DELETE PICKUP BOX -inc: spare tire delete, incomplete vehicle documentation (N/A w/2_P CPOS Pkg) *CREDIT*

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

MANUFACTURER STATEMENT OF ORIGIN

PWR TRAILER TOW MIRRORS, FOLD-AWAY

SUPPLEMENTAL SIDE WINDOW CURTAIN AIRBAGS (REQ: ADA Light Group, ANA Navigation Convenience Group or ALW Popular Equipment Group)

UNDER RAIL BOX BEDLINER (N/A w/2_P CPOS Pkg)

BLACK VINYL FLOOR COVERING

ADD CARPET (REQ: AD2 Snow Chief Group) (N/A w/2_P CPOS Pkg)

CHROME TUBULAR SIDE STEPS (N/A w/2_P CPOS Pkg, AD2 Snow Chief Group or AHD Snow Plow Prep)

FOG LAMPS

PWR ADJUSTABLE PEDALS

UCONNECT HANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION -inc: auto dimming rearview mirror

AUTO DIMMING REARVIEW MIRROR

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER

REMOTE START SYSTEM (REQ: 26G or 26P CPOS Pkg)

TWO-TONE "LOWER BREAK" PAINT (N/A w/AGG Sport Appearance group or 2_P CPOS Pkg)

MONOTONE PAINT (STD)

EXTRA COST METALLIC PAINT

EXTRA COST PEARL PAINT

6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD)

5-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD -inc: aux transmission oil cooler, tip start (REQ: EZA 5.7L V8 Engine)

6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD -inc: aux transmission oil cooler (REQ: ETJ 6.7L I6 Engine)

NATIONAL REGION

NEW ENGLAND STATES REGION -inc: regional CMA base price adjustment *Only available in CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT*

NEW YORK/NEW JERSEY REGION -inc: regional CMA base price adjustment

SOUTHWEST REGION -inc: regional CMA base price adjustment *Only available in NM*

SOUTHEAST REGION -inc: regional CMA base price adjustment *Only available in AL, AR, GA, NC, OK, SC*

TEXAS REGION -inc: regional CMA base price adjustment

CALIFORNIA REGION -inc: regional CMA base price adjustment

FLORIDA REGION -inc: regional CMA base price adjustment

NO ANTI-SPIN REAR AXLE (N/A w/2_P CPOS Pkg)

ANTI-SPIN REAR AXLE (N/A w/2_P CPOS Pkg)

TRU-LOK FRONT/REAR AXLES (REQ: 2_P CPOS Pkg)

NATIONAL DELIVERY

HAWAII DELIVERY -inc: destination charge adjustment

LT265/70R17E ALL-SEASON BSW TIRES (STD) (N/A w/2_P CPOS Pkg)

LT265/70R17E ON/OFF-ROAD OWL TIRES (N/A w/2_P CPOS Pkg)

LT285/70R17D ALL-SEASON BSW TIRES (REQ: 2_P Power Wagon CPOS Pkg)

LT245/70R17E ON/OFF-ROAD BSW TIRES (REQ: AD2 Snow Chief Group or ALW Popular Equipment Group)

4.10 AXLE RATIO (N/A w/ETJ I6 Engine with DEG 6-speed manual transmission) (REQ: 2_G CPOS Pkg)

3.42 AXLE RATIO (REQ: ETJ I6 Engine & DEG 6-speed manual transmission)

4.56 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 2_P CPOS Pkg)

3.73 AXLE RATIO

MOPAR PROTECTION GROUP -inc: front/rear splash guards, front air deflector, wheel well liners (REQ: 2_G CPOS Pkg) (N/A w/XJL Front Hood Protection Shield, MRK Side Steps) *PLEASE SEE DEALER FOR DIO PRICING*

MOPAR BEDLINER -inc: front/rear splash guards, tinted front air deflector, wheel well liners (REQ: 2_P CPOS Pkg) *PLEASE SEE DEALER FOR DIO PRICING*

MOPAR OFF-ROAD GROUP -inc: winch accessory kit (REQ: 2_P CPOS Pkg) *PLEASE SEE DEALER FOR DIO PRICING*

CHROME GROUP -inc: chrome exhaust tip, chrome fuel filler door, chrome tubular side steps, front air deflector (REQ: 2_G CPOS Pkg) (N/A w/XJL Front Hood Protection Shield, MRK Side Steps) *PLEASE SEE DEALER FOR DIO PRICING*

25G SLT CUSTOMER PREFERRED ORDER SELECTION PKG -inc: 5.7L V8 engine, 6-speed manual trans

26G SLT CUSTOMER PREFERRED ORDER SELECTION PKG -inc: 5.7L V8 engine, 5-speed auto trans *Upon selection of this pkg, the cost of powertrain components will be added*

2EG SLT CUSTOMER PREFERRED ORDER SELECTION PKG -inc: 6.7L I6 turbo diesel engine, 6-speed manual trans *Upon selection of this pkg, the cost of powertrain components will be added*

2FG SLT CUSTOMER PREFERRED ORDER SELECTION PKG -inc: 6.7L I6 turbo diesel engine, 6-speed auto trans *Upon selection of this pkg, the cost of powertrain components will be added*

25P POWER WAGON CUSTOMER PREFERRED ORDER SELECTION PKG -inc: 5.7L V8 engine, 6-speed manual trans, 160-amp alternator, 17 x 8 aluminum wheels, 4.56 axle ratio, 750-amp maintenance-free battery, 7-pin wiring harness, bodyside moldings, center hub, clearence lamps, front disconnecting stabilizer bar, front electric winch, fuel tank/transfer case skid plate shield, 8510# GVWR, class IV hitch receiver, LT285/70R17D BSW all terrain tires, powerwagon off road group, tow hooks, trailer tow group, tru-lok front/rear axles, wheel flares, gray upper fascia, fog lamps

26P POWER WAGON CUSTOMER PREFERRED ORDER SELECTION PKG -inc: 5.7L V8 engine, 5-speed auto trans, 160-amp alternator, 17 x 8 aluminum wheels, 4.56 axle ratio, 750-amp maintenance-free battery, 7-pin wiring harness, bodyside moldings, center hub, clearence lamps, front disconnecting stabilizer bar, front electric winch, fuel tank/transfer case skid plate shield, 8510# GVWR, class IV hitch receiver, LT285/70R17D BSW all terrain tires, powerwagon off road group, tow hooks, trailer tow group, tru-lok front/rear axles, wheel flares, gray upper fascia, fog lamps *Upon selection of this pkg, the cost of powertrain components will be added*

17 X 8 ALUMINUM CHROME CLAD WHEELS (REQ: AGG Sport Appearance Pkg)

17 X 8 ALUMINUM WHEELS (REQ: 2_P CPOS Pkg)

17 X 8 FORGED ALUMINUM WHEELS (STD) (N/A w/AGG Sport Appearance Pkg, 2_P CPOS Pkg)

  Bright Red -- Med Slate Gray

  Dark Brown -- Med Slate Gray

  Dark Brown -- Khaki

  Omaha Orange -- Med Slate Gray

  Yellow -- Med Slate Gray

  Light Cream -- Med Slate Gray

  Light Cream -- Khaki

  Electric Blue Pearl -- Med Slate Gray

  Patriot Blue Pearl -- Med Slate Gray

  Patriot Blue Pearl -- Khaki

  Patriot Blue Pearl -- Khaki

  Mineral Gray Metallic -- Med Slate Gray

  Light Green -- Med Slate Gray

  Timberline Green Pearl -- Med Slate Gray

  Timberline Green Pearl -- Khaki

  Light Khaki Metallic -- Khaki

  School Bus Yellow -- Med Slate Gray

  Flame Red -- Med Slate Gray

  Flame Red -- Khaki

  Flame Red -- Khaki

  Inferno Red Crystal Pearl -- Med Slate Gray

  Inferno Red Crystal Pearl -- Khaki

  Inferno Red Crystal Pearl -- Khaki

  Bright Silver Metallic -- Med Slate Gray

  Bright White -- Med Slate Gray

  Bright White -- Khaki

  Bright White -- Khaki

  Brilliant Black Crystal Prl -- Med Slate Gray

  Brilliant Black Crystal Prl -- Khaki

  Brilliant Black Crystal Prl -- Khaki

  Detonator Yellow -- Med Slate Gray

Basic Years : 3

Basic Miles/km : 36,000

Drivetrain Years : Unlimited

Drivetrain Miles/km : Unlimited

Corrosion Years : 3

Corrosion Miles/km : Unlimited

Emissions Years : 2

Emissions Miles/km : 24,000

Roadside Assistance Years : 3

Roadside Assistance Miles/km : 36,000

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID : 08V641000

Mfg's Report Date : DEC 04, 2008

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 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.