How do you remove the dash on a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500?
How do you remove the dash on a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500?
How to Remove the Dash Bezel From a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500
- Turn the engine off. Depress the steering wheel tilt lever and lower the steering wheel.
- Grasp the dash bezel on the left side, above the steering column.
- Grasp the right side of the dash bezel, above the radio.
- Lift the dash bezel over the steering wheel.
How do you remove the dashboard on a Dodge Ram?
How to Remove the Dash on a Dodge RAM
- Remove the rubber liner around the cup holders along with the plastic tray on the driver’s side of the center console.
- Locate the three screws that are used to secure the console to the floor and remove them with the screwdriver.
- Pull the floor console out and set it aside.
Why do Dodge dashboards crack?
The plastic they used was too hard and brittle. The trucks drive like typical trucks and this cause the dash boards to crack when they are bouncing down the road, or truck trail. Sometimes the sun helps accelerate this damage.
How many blend door actuators does a 2009 Dodge Ram have?
Your 2009 Dodge Ram actually has five blend door actuators. You’ll need to remove the console to see them: There are two behind the climate controls, one behind the glove box, and another one near the recirculator. The hardest one to reach is the one that’s on the back of the HVAC assembly.
How do you reset the radio on a 2012 Dodge Ram?
To perform a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 radio reset, hold down the up and down buttons for 5 seconds and select radio reset. You will come into difficulties with the sound. This might be from the stereo’s speakers or a phone that is connected to the vehicle.
Why do 2nd gen Dodge Dash crack?
Dashboards in many 1998-2006 Dodge vehicles can severly crack. It’s likely a combination of cheap plastic and a faulty manufacturing process while molding. Dodge says it’s a cosmetic issue and has offered little to no help.
Why are 2nd Gen dashes so brittle?
Sun Damage and Brittle Material You’ll immediately notice that the interior plastic (especially on the dash) feels extremely brittle and cheap, even for a 1990s Chrysler product. Over time, sun radiation and temperature changes degrade the plastic causing it to harden and shrink.
Where is the blend door actuator located?
Where is my blend door actuator? The blend door actuator(s) are typically located on the climate control case behind the dashboard.
How do I know which blend door actuator is bad?
Signs You Need A New Blend Door Actuator
- Knocking. Knocking sounds can almost always be attributed to a failing blend door actuator.
- Clicking.
- Any Other Strange Noises.
- Inconsistent Airflow.
- Inconsistent Temperature.
- Wrong Temperature.
Is there a DIY dash removal for a 2nd generation Ram?
Ok so here is a Short yet informational DIY on the Dash Removal on a 2nd generation Dodge Ram. This is similar to the thread by Ramtech. His is a direct copy of the Service manual that can also be found in the DIY section. This is my interpretation of the Removal.
How do you remove the dash under the steering column?
Optional step: After you have the steering wheel down there is a brace plat at the base of the dash that held the under steering column cover. That can be removed for more space. It is 8 screws and the plate will drop allowing for more room to lower the column and remove the dash if you wish.
Can you remove the HVAC system on a 2nd Gen Ram?
Ok Folks here is a lengthy DIY for the removal of the HVAC system in a 2nd Gen Ram. Now this was done on a 1998 Ram 1500 Quad Cab. Some areas may vary and the number of bolts may change.
