This is a service manual for the installation of the 5th wheel prep kit on a Ram 2500 truck. The manual provides step-by-step instructions for the installation process, along with diagrams and illustrations.
Preparation
Before starting the installation, the vehicle should be blocked and the truck box removed. Safety precautions should be taken when working beneath the vehicle, and eye protection should be worn.
Step A: 5th Wheel Mount Installation
The manual provides instructions for installing the 5th wheel mounts, including the front and rear mounts. The mounts should be installed by tightening the bolts to 90 Lb.-Ft (125 N*m). The truck box should then be lowered onto the frame and the bolts holding the truck box to the frame tightened.
Step B: Drill Holes in Truck Box Floor
The manual explains the importance of drilling holes in the truck box floor for the 5th wheel prep kit. The holes should be drilled in the specified locations, and the pilot holes should be used as a guide.
Step C: Trim Rings and Covers Installation
The manual provides instructions for installing the trim rings and covers. The trim rings should be pressed into the holes in the floor, and the trim covers should be pressed into the trim ring holes.
Important Notes
The manual emphasizes the importance of following the instructions carefully and checking the work frequently to ensure that the installation is done correctly. It also notes that a hitch or ball that has been damaged should be removed and replaced, and that safety precautions should be taken when working beneath the vehicle.
Manual:
Download: Ram 2500 5th Wheel Prep Kit Installation Instructions
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