Dodge Ram Develops a Bleeder
This bulletin involves inspecting the thermostat housing bleed screw on 2016 Ram 1500 trucks.
Inspect the thermostat housing bleed screw for visible leaks. If leaks are found, remove the throttle body assembly to gain access. Tighten the bleed screw to 26 in-lbs (3 Nm). If the bleed screw still leaks or cannot achieve the specified torque, the thermostat housing and bleed screw must be replaced. A new thermostat housing (with bleed screw) is available as P/N 04893865AB. The gasket is P/N 53032763AA.
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Mike Mavrigian has written thousands of automotive technical magazine articles involving a variety of specialties, from engine building to wheel alignment, and has authored more than a dozen books that crisscross the automotive spectrum. Mike operates Birchwood Automotive, an Ohio shop that builds custom engines and performs vintage vehicle restorations. The shop also features a professional photo studio to document projects and to create images for articles and books.
