Segment:
High-performance full-size pickup truck.
Target Audience:
Enthusiasts seeking to maintain or repair their Dodge RAM SRT-10.
Competitors:
Ford SVT F-150 Lightning, Chevrolet Silverado SS.
Unique Selling Proposition:
The SRT-10 offered supercar-level performance in a truck chassis, powered by the Viper V10 engine.
Manual Value Proposition:
Provides essential, detailed information for maintaining this specialized performance truck.
Engine Systems:
Detailed diagnostics, repair, and overhaul procedures for the V10 engine.
Transmission:
Automatic transmission service, repair, and overhaul.
Suspension And Driveline:
Front and rear suspension, differential, driveshafts, and wheel bearings.
Brakes:
Hydraulic brake system, ABS, and parking brake components.
Cooling System:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat, hoses, and coolant specifications.
Fuel System:
Fuel pump, injectors, lines, and evaporative emissions control.
Exhaust System:
Catalytic converters, mufflers, pipes, and mounting hardware.
Steering:
Power steering system, steering column, and linkages.
Body And Frame:
Frame structure, bumpers, doors, hood, tailgate, and exterior trim.
Heating And Air Conditioning:
HVAC system components, refrigerant, and operation.
Electrical And Electronics:
Wiring diagrams, ECM, instrument cluster, lighting, horn, audio, power systems, speed control, theft security, wipers/washers.
Restraints:
Airbag system components and diagnostic procedures.
Navigation Telecommunication:
Information on the integrated navigation and telecommunication systems.
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance intervals, fluid changes, filter replacements, and general upkeep.
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting guides, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), and symptom-based repairs.
Repair:
Step-by-step instructions for component replacement, adjustments, and major repairs.
Overhaul:
Complete engine and transmission rebuild procedures.
Electrical Repair:
Component testing, wiring repair, and diagnostic flowcharts for electrical issues.
Depth:
Comprehensive, suitable for professional technicians and advanced DIY enthusiasts.
Detail Level:
Includes detailed specifications, torque values, diagnostic strategies, and component testing procedures.
Wheelbase:
Approximately 139.9 inches (Quad Cab)
Length:
Approximately 224.6 inches (Quad Cab)
Width:
Approximately 79.9 inches
Height:
Approximately 73.9 inches
Curb Weight:
Approximately 5,000 - 5,300 lbs (depending on configuration)
Towing Capacity:
Limited due to focus on performance, typically around 7,700 lbs.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically 5,000 to 7,500 miles or 6 months (refer to manual for exact spec).
Transmission Fluid Change:
Every 30,000 to 60,000 miles or as per manual recommendation.
Spark Plug Replacement:
Refer to manual, often around 100,000 miles for performance plugs.
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 0W-40 Synthetic (Mopar or equivalent, check manual for specific API rating).
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approximately 7 quarts (with filter).
Coolant Type:
50/50 mixture of Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant (MS-7170) and distilled water.
Common Wear Items:
Brake pads and rotors due to performance driving, clutch wear (manual transmission), suspension components.
Engine Potential Issues:
Oil leaks, valve cover gasket leaks, occasional ignition coil failure.
Transmission Potential Issues:
Slipping or rough shifting in automatic transmissions under heavy use.
