Dodge Ram 4 (2009-2019) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Dodge Ram 4 in both Nm and ft/lbs. The first table contains the most-used torque settings. The tables after it contain all torque spec values I could find.

Most-used torque settings for Dodge Ram 4

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Drain plug 60 44
  • 275FBI Front Axle
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 57 42
  • G56 Manual Transmission
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Tie rod end Front tie rod end nut 61 45
  • Model 1500
  • 2WD
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Tie rod end Front tie rod end nut 61 45
  • Model 1500
  • 4WD
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Tie rod end Front tie rod end nut 108 80
  • Model 2500
  • 2WD
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Tie rod end Front tie rod end nut 108 80
  • Model 3500
  • 2WD
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Tie rod end Front tie rod end nut 75 55
  • Model 2500
  • 4WD
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Tie rod end Front tie rod end nut 75 55
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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Tie rod end Front tie rod end nut 164 121
  • Model 4500
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Tie rod end Front tie rod end nut 164 121
  • Model 5500
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Wheels Lug nut 183 135 M14 bolt
  • Model 1500
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Wheels Lug nut 203 150 M14 bolt
  • Model 2500
  • Model 3500
  • SRW
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Wheels Lug nut 196 145 M14 bolt, with flat washer
  • Model 3500
  • Model 4500
  • Model 5500
  • DRW
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  • Production years: 2009 - 2019
  • Generation: 4
  • Type of van: pickup
  • Model variant: Base
  • Also known as: Dodge Ram 1500 Ram 1500 Ram 1500 Classic Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Ram 2500/3500 Ram 4000 Dodge Ram ASV Ram

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Engine mounts Front engine mount to support bracket through bolts to Axle pinion housing 120 89
  • 5.7L Engine
  • 4WD
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Engine mounts Front engine mount to support bracket through bolts to Axle housing 110 81
  • 5.7L Engine
  • 4WD
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Wheel hub assembly Front hub/bearing bolts 163 120
  • Model 1500
  • 4WD
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Wheel hub assembly Front hub/bearing bolts 202 149
  • Model 2500
  • 4WD
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Wheel hub assembly Front hub/bearing bolts 202 149
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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Drive/Axle shaft Axle nut 179 132 Beginning torque
  • Model 2500
  • 4WD
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Drive/Axle shaft Axle nut 179 132 Beginning torque
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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Drive/Axle shaft Axle nut 356 263 Final torque
  • Model 2500
  • 4WD
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Drive/Axle shaft Axle nut 356 263 Final torque
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Tie rod end Front tie rod end jamb nut 75 55
  • Model 1500
  • 4WD
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Tie rod end Front tie rod end nut 61 45
  • Model 1500
  • 4WD
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Tie rod end Front tie rod end nut 75 55
  • Model 2500
  • 4WD
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Tie rod end Front tie rod end nut 75 55
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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Tie rod end Front track bar to Axle 300 221
  • Model 2500
  • 4WD
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Tie rod end Front track bar to Axle 300 221
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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Tie rod end Front track bar to Frame 300 221
  • Model 2500
  • 4WD
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Tie rod end Front track bar to Frame 300 221
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber upper nut 61 45
  • Model 1500
  • 4WD
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber upper nut 54 40
  • Model 2500
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber lower bolt 210 155
  • Model 1500
  • 4WD
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber lower bolt 136 100
  • Model 2500
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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Shock absorbers/shocks Shock tower to Frame 75 55
  • Model 2500
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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Stabilizer bar Front stabilizer bar frame bolt 59 44
  • Model 1500
  • 2WD
  • 4WD
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Stabilizer bar Front stabilizer bar frame bolt 61 45
  • Model 2500
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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Stabilizer bar Front stabilizer link stabilizer bar nut 27 20
  • Model 1500
  • 2WD
  • 4WD
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Stabilizer bar Front stabilizer link stabilizer bar nut 38 28
  • Model 2500
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer link axle bracket 149 110
  • Model 2500
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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Control arm Front upper control arm frame nuts 176 130
  • Model 1500
  • 2WD
  • 4WD
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Control arm Front upper control arm frame nuts 163 120
  • Model 2500
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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Control arm Front upper control arm axle nut 163 120
  • Model 2500
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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Control arm Front lower control arm frame nuts 210 155
  • Model 1500
  • 2WD
  • 4WD
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Control arm Front lower control arm frame nuts 271 200
  • Model 2500
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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Control arm Front stabilizer link lower control arm nut 102 75
  • Model 1500
  • 2WD
  • 4WD
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Control arm Front lower control arm axle nut 271 200
  • Model 2500
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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Ball joint Front upper control arm ball joint nut 54 40
  • Model 1500
  • 2WD
  • 4WD
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Ball joint Front upper ball joint nut 94 69
  • Model 2500
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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Ball joint Front lower control arm ball joint nut 51 38
  • Model 1500
  • 2WD
  • 4WD
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Ball joint Front lower ball joint nut 47 35 Initial torque
  • Model 2500
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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Ball joint Front lower ball joint nut 200 148 Final torque
  • Model 2500
  • Model 3500
  • 4WD
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general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

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