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2008 Dodge Ram 3500 2WD Quad Cab 160.5" SLT 5.7L

Passenger assist handle

Passenger side visor vanity mirror

Rear underseat compartment storage

Cloth 40/20/40 split bench seat

Stain & odor resistant anti-static seat fabric

Rear folding bench seat

Mini floor console

Carpeted floor covering

Front/rear floor mats

4-spoke steering wheel

Tilt steering column

Sentry Key theft deterrent system

Instrument cluster-inc: 120 MPH primary speedometer, tachometer

Pwr windows w/driver one-touch down

Pwr sliding rear window

Pwr locks

Remote keyless entry

Speed control

AM/FM stereo w/CD player

(4) speakers

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

Child safety rear door locks

Front height adjustable shoulder belts

Dual note horn

Pwr 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes

"Next Generation" front airbags

Box & rear fender lamps

Black 6" x 9" pwr heated mirrors

Tinted glass

Variable speed intermittent windshield wipers

Cargo lamp

Floor tunnel & dash liner insulation

Body & hood insulation

Bright front bumper

Bright rear bumper

Front air dam

Bright/bright grille

Body color upper fascia

Halogen headlamps

Fog lamps

Clearance lamps

5.7L SMPI V8 HEMI engine

Electronically controlled throttle

HD engine cooling

6-speed manual transmission w/OD

17" x 6" steel wheels w/bright wheel skins & center hubs

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

Pwr rack & pinion steering

4.10 axle ratio

Pwr 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes

11.5" rear axle ring gear diameter

Rear wheel drive

Dual rear wheels

600-amp maintenance-free battery

136-amp alternator

8.0' pickup box w/removable tailgate

Trailer tow wiring-inc: 4-pin connector

11000# GVWR

HD front/rear shock absorbers

Front stabilizer bar

LT235/80R17E all-season BSW tires

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

5.7L SMPI V8 HEMI ENGINE (STD)

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

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

MEDIUM SLATE GRAY, CLOTH 40/20/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT -inc: stain & odor resistant anti-static seat fabric

KHAKI, 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/AGG Sport Appearance Group-inc: fold-flat load storage)

MEDIUM SLATE GRAY, 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/AGG Sport Appearance Group-inc: fold-flat load storage)

KHAKI, CLOTH BUCKET SEATS -inc: flat folding load floor storage, 6-way pwr driver seat, rear 60/40 split folding seat, stain & odor resistant anti-static seat fabric (N/A w/DEG 6-Speed Manual Trans)

MEDIUM SLATE GRAY, CLOTH BUCKET SEATS -inc: flat folding load floor storage, 6-way pwr driver seat, rear 60/40 split folding seat, stain & odor resistant anti-static seat fabric (N/A w/DEG 6-Speed Manual Trans)

MEDIUM SLATE GRAY, LEATHER TRIMMED BUCKET SEATS -inc: flat folding load floor storage, 6-way pwr driver seat, heated front seats, rear 60/40 split folding seat (REQ: AGG Sport Appearance Group) (N/A w/DEG 6-Speed Manual Trans)

17" X 8" FORGED ALUMINUM WHEELS (REQ: AR9 Single Rear Wheel Group)

17" X 6" STEEL WHEELS -inc: bright wheel skins (STD) (N/A w/AR9 Single Rear Wheel Group)

DELETE PICKUP BOX -inc: spare tire delete, incomplete vehicle documentation (N/A w/XME Under Rail Bedliner or AHC Trailer Tow Group) *CREDIT*

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

FLAT FOLDING LOAD FLOOR STORAGE (N/A w/P9__ Seat) (w/2EG CPOS REQ: AGG or ALW Packages)

PWR ADJUSTABLE PEDALS

PWR SUNROOF (REQ: ANA Navigation Convenience Group or ALW Popular Equipment Group) (N/A w/XRV Rear Seat Video System) (w/2EG CPOS Pkg, REQ: AR9 Single Rear Wheel Group) (w/2FG CPOS Pkg, REQ: AJ__ Cloth Bucket Seats)

FOLDING PWR TRAILER TOW MIRRORS

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER *Deletes STD sliding rear window* *CREDIT*

AUTO DIMMING REARVIEW MIRROR

FRONT HOOD PROTECTION SHIELD (N/A w/AGG Sport Appearance Group)

REMOTE START SYSTEM (REQ: 26G CPOS Pkg)

REAR SEAT VIDEO SYSTEM -inc: wireless headphones (REQ: RAQ or REC Stereo) (N/A w/GWA Pwr Sunroof)

SUPPLEMENTAL SIDE AIRBAGS (REQ: ANA Navigation Convenience Group or ALW Popular Equipment Group)

TOW HOOKS

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

UNDER RAIL BOX BEDLINER (N/A w/XBC Pickup Box Delete)

NAVIGATION CONVENIENCE GROUP -inc: AM/FM/MP3 stereo w/6-disc in-dash CD changer, GPS navigation system, auto dimming rearview mirror, leather-wrapped steering wheel w/mounted audio controls, Uconnect hands-free communication, security alarm, sun visors w/illuminated vanity mirrors, overhead console w/trip computer, universal garage door opener, ash tray lamp, glove box lamp, underhood lamp *Deletes Infinity Speakers from REC Stereo contents*

POPULAR EQUIPMENT GROUP -inc: cloth 40/20/40 split bench seat, stain & odor resistant anti-static seat fabric, 6-way pwr driver seat, front center seat cushion storage, rear 60/40 split folding bench seat, (7) Infinity speakers, leather-wrapped steering wheel w/audio controls, auto dimming rearview mirror, sun visors w/illuminated vanity mirrors, overhead console w/trip computer, universal garage door opener, security alarm, ash tray lamp, glove box lamp, underhood lamp (N/A w/AGG Sport Appearance Group)

SPORT APPEARANCE GROUP -inc: cloth low back bucket seats, stain & odor resistant anti-static seat fabric, 6-way pwr driver seat, 60/40 split folding rear seat, flat folding load floor storage, leather-wrapped steering wheel, body color front fascia, body color grille, body color rear bumper w/step pads, sport instrument panel bezel (REQ: M9__ Premium Cloth Split Bench Seat) (N/A w/2EG CPOS Pkg) (N/A w/PRH, PJC or PB7 Paint or APD Two-Tone Paint)

LIGHT GROUP -inc: ashtray lamp, glove box lamp, overhead console w/trip computer, universal garage door opener, auto dimming rearview mirror, sun visors w/illuminated vanity mirrors, underhood lamp (w/ETJ 6.7L diesel engine-inc: overhead console bin & map lamps) (REQ: ALW Popular Equipment Group or AGG Sport Appearance Group)

TRAILER TOW GROUP -inc: Class IV trailer hitch receiver, 7-pin wiring harness, 750-amp maintenance-free battery (N/A w/XBC Pickup Box Delete)

ADD FULL SIZE SPARE TIRE (REQ: XBC Pickup Box Delete)

BLACK VINYL FLOOR COVERING (REQ: P9__ or M9__ 40/20/40 Split Bench Seats) (N/A w/CVN Flat Folding Load Floor Storage or AGG Sport Appearance Group) *Deletes STD Front Floor Mats*

CHROME TUBULAR SIDE STEPS

ADD CLEARANCE LAMPS (REQ: AR9 Single Rear Wheel Group)

CHROME BODYSIDE MOLDING (N/A w/AGG Sport Appearance Group)

LT235/80R17E ON/OFF-ROAD OWL TIRES (N/A w/AR9 Single Rear Wheel Group)

LT265/70R17E ALL-SEASON BSW TIRES (REQ: AR9 Single Rear Wheel Group)

LT235/80R17E ALL-SEASON BSW TIRES (STD) (N/A w/AR9 Single Rear Wheel Group)

LT265/70R17E ON/OFF-ROAD OWL TIRES (REQ: AR9 Single Rear Wheel Group)

6C7 ORDER CODE

6C9 ORDER CODE

6C5 ORDER CODE

6CC ORDER CODE

6CD ORDER CODE

DUAL REAR WHEELS (STD) (REQ: Monotone Paint or Extra Cost Pearl Paint) (N/A w/PB5 or PDM Paint)

SINGLE REAR WHEEL GROUP -inc: 17" x 8" forged aluminum wheels, 10,100# GVWR, LT265/70R17E all-season BSW tires (REQ: ETJ I6 Turbo Diesel Engine) *Deletes STD Clearance Lamps* *CREDIT*

6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD)

5-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (REQ: EZA 5.7L V8 Engine)

6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (REQ: ETJ 6.7L I6 Turbo Diesel Engine)

NATIONAL REGION

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

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

ANTI-SPIN REAR AXLE

BRIGHT SILVER METALLIC

BRIGHT WHITE

BRILLIANT BLACK PEARL

ELECTRIC BLUE PEARL

FLAME RED

INFERNO RED CRYSTAL PEARL

LIGHT KHAKI METALLIC

MINERAL GRAY METALLIC

PATRIOT BLUE PEARL

LIGHT KHAKI METALLIC

4.10 AXLE RATIO (N/A w/2E_ CPOS Pkg) (REQ: DSA Anti-Spin Rear Axle)

3.42 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 2E_ CPOS Pkg)

3.73 AXLE RATIO (REQ: 2E_ or 2F_ CPOS Pkg)

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

MOPAR PROTECTION GROUP -inc: front/rear splash guards, front air deflector, wheel well liners (REQ: AR9 Single Rear Wheel Group) (N/A w/XJL Front Hood Protection Shield, MRK Chrome Tubular Side Steps) *PLEASE SEE DEALER FOR DIO PRICING*

AM/FM STEREO W/CD PLAYER (STD)

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

2FG SLT CUSTOMER PREFERRED ORDER SELECTION PKG -inc: 6.7L I6 turbo diesel engine, 6-speed auto trans (N/A w/DMR 3.42 Axle Ratio) *Upon selection of this pkg, the cost of powertrain components will be added*

25G SLT CUSTOMER PREFERRED ORDER SELECTION PKG -inc: 5.7L V8 engine, 6-speed manual trans (REQ: DMF 4.10 Rear Axle)

26G SLT CUSTOMER PREFERRED ORDER SELECTION PKG -inc: 5.7L V8 engine, 5-speed auto trans (REQ: DMF 4.10 Rear Axle) *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 (N/A w/DMF 4.10 Axle Ratio) *Upon selection of this pkg, the cost of powertrain components will be added*

NATIONAL DELIVERY

HAWAII DELIVERY -inc: destination charge adjustment

EXTRA COST METALLIC PAINT

EXTRA COST PEARL PAINT

TWO-TONE "LOWER BREAK" PAINT (REQ: AR9 Single Rear Wheel Group) (N/A w/AGG Sport Appearance Group)

MONOTONE PAINT (STD)

50-STATE EMISSIONS

CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS *Only available in CA, MA, ME, NY or VT*

BORDER STATE EMISSIONS *Provides California emissions for units shipped to dealers in Federal areas*

EMISSION CONTROL WAIVER *Provides Federal emissions for dealers in California for vehicles shipped to Federal areas*

FEDERAL EMISSIONS *Not available in CA, MA, ME, NY or VT*

  Bright Red -- Medium Slate Gray

  Dark Brown -- Medium Slate Gray

  Dark Brown -- Khaki

  Omaha Orange -- Medium Slate Gray

  Yellow -- Medium Slate Gray

  Light Cream -- Medium Slate Gray

  Light Cream -- Khaki

  Electric Blue Pearl -- Medium Slate Gray

  Patriot Blue Pearl -- Medium Slate Gray

  Patriot Blue Pearl -- Khaki

  Patriot Blue Pearl -- Khaki

  Mineral Gray Metallic -- Medium Slate Gray

  Light Green -- Medium Slate Gray

  Timberline Green Pearl -- Medium Slate Gray

  Timberline Green Pearl -- Khaki

  Light Khaki Metallic -- Khaki

  School Bus Yellow -- Medium Slate Gray

  Flame Red -- Medium Slate Gray

  Flame Red -- Khaki

  Flame Red -- Khaki

  Inferno Red Crystal Pearl -- Medium Slate Gray

  Inferno Red Crystal Pearl -- Khaki

  Inferno Red Crystal Pearl -- Khaki

  Bright Silver Metallic -- Medium Slate Gray

  Bright White -- Medium Slate Gray

  Bright White -- Khaki

  Bright White -- Khaki

  Brilliant Black Crystal Prl -- Medium Slate Gray

  Brilliant Black Crystal Prl -- Khaki

  Brilliant Black Crystal Prl -- Khaki

  Detonator Yellow -- Medium 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 : 09V005000

Mfg's Report Date : JAN 06, 2009

Component : STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

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 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 .