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The Dodge Ram 1500 adds big HEMI
®
power and an
added dose of style to the mix for 2004. The addition of
the 5.7-liter HEMI Magnum engine to the Ram 1500 lineup
creates the most powerful mass production light-duty
pickup on the market. An optional full-time four-wheel
drive system and new “Tow/Haul” transmission feature
are also added to Ram 1500 for 2004.
Appearing as a late 2003 model-year addition, the 5.7-liter
HEMI Magnum engine powered the Dodge Ram 1500 to
the winner’s circle, taking home Sport Truck Magazine’s
2003 “Truck of the Year” Award. The HEMI also was
named a Ward’s “Ten Best Engine.”
The HEMI delivers big power across the entire Ram
lineup, and allows a great deal of flexibility in creating
the right Ram for the customer,” said Darryl Jackson,
Vice President — Dodge Marketing, DaimlerChrysler
Corporation. “There are no special packages to order; just
select the HEMI as your engine choice, and you have the
most powerful mass-produced full-size pickup truck.
The ‘big rig’ styling of Dodge Ram, combined with versa-
tile body, safety and new powertrain options, have made
it a leader with the best total package of features,” said
Jackson. “The new look for the Laramie, the option of
a HEMI engine and the existing “Off-Road” and “Work
Group” packages enable customers to fit the Ram to
their specific needs.”
LARAMIE ADDS STYLE TO THE TOUGHEST TRUCK
ON THE MARKET
For 2004, the Dodge Laramie package adds a new, all-
chrome grille surround and chrome billet grille center to
the boldest grille in town. Chrome bodyside moldings
and an updated interior, with silver trim adorning the door
panels and the instrument panel bezels, further distinguish
the Laramie from the SLT. The Laramie edition also features
a unique and more distinctive leather seat design, with
higher contrast color seat inserts.
Also for 2004, UConnect hands-free cellular with
Bluetooth™ technology and a new integrated radio/navi-
gation system are available. Ram adds Deep Molten Red
as a new exterior color for 2004.
HEMI
®
MAGNUM ADDS POWER, CAPABILITY AND
IMPROVED FUEL EFFICIENCY
Modern technology meets tried-and-true combustion with
the all-new 5.7-liter HEMI Magnum. The use of the classic
HEMI (hemispherical) head design creates optimal air flow,
while twin spark plugs, direct ignition and Electronic
Throttle Control (ETC) allow for smooth, efficient opera-
tion. Composite air-flow modules combine with cross-flow
aluminum heads, splayed valves and investment cast rock-
er arms to deliver an awesome 100 horsepower increase
and an additional 40 lb.-ft. of torque compared with the
5.9-liter Magnum.
Fuel efficiency is also improved by 10 percent over the
5.9-liter, while the new HEMI Magnum engine is approxi-
mately 60 lbs. lighter in weight. The 5.7-liter HEMI
Magnum debuted in the all-new Dodge Ram Heavy Duty
2500 and 3500 as the standard engine offering, and
replaces the 5.9-liter Magnum V-8 in the entire Dodge
Ram truck lineup.
The 5.7-liter HEMI Magnum engine is mated to the 5-45RFE
automatic transmission, the only transmission in its class
with the reverse gear ratio equal to the low gear ratio, use-
ful for reversing while towing. The 5-45RFE also features
a unique alternate second gear ratio for use in grade-
climbing and passing situations. The 5.7-liter engine also
increases the Ram 1500’s Gross Combined Weight Rating
(GCWR) by 500 lbs. to 14,000 lbs., versus the 5.9-liter
Magnum-equipped Ram 1500. The Gross Trailer Weight
Rating (GTWR) increases by 650 lbs. to 9,300 lbs.
“When it’s time to work, the Dodge Ram 1500 will work
hard,” said Frank Klegon, Vice President — Truck Product
Team. “With the 345 horsepower HEMI Magnum, the
Dodge Ram is ready to play hard too. Punch this engine
on the highway, and you know you have a HEMI underyour
hood.”
The Ram 1500 is also available with the 235-horsepower
(175 kW) 4.7-liter Magnum V-8 engine. With 295 lb.-ft.
(400 N•m) of torque, the 4.7-liter provides smooth and
responsive performance and is also mated to the 5-45RFE
automatic transmission.
2004 DODGE RAM 1500 POWERS PAST THE COMPETITION
WITH 345 HEMI
®
HORSES
CONTINUED
2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUP
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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - WITH 345 HEMI

The Dodge Ram 1500 adds big HEMI®power and an added dose of style to the mix for 2004. The addition ofthe 5.7-liter HEMI Magnum engine to the Ram 1500

Page 2 - CONTINUED

The Dodge Ram 1500 delivers bold styling, best-in-class interior room and for 2004, the addition of the 5.7-liter HEMI®Magnum engine to the Ram 1500 l

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CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information123.7L V-6 3.7L V-6 4.7L V-8 4.7L V-8 5.7L V-8NV3500 45RFE NV3500 5-45RFE 5-45

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CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information13Regular Cab Pickup — 2WD Transmission and Axle Ratio CombinationsManual Tran

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CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information14ST SLT LaramieEXTERIORAir Dam — Front (not available with Sport Appearance G

Page 6 - PRODUCT CHRONOLOGY

CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information15ST SLT LaramieEXTERIOR (CONTINUED)PaintMonotone ____________________________

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CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information16ST SLT LaramieINTERIOR (CONTINUED)RadiosAM/FM cassette with changer controls

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CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information17ST SLT LaramiePOWERTRAIN AND CHASSISBrakesFour-wheel disc with rear anti-loc

Page 9 - MARKET POSITION

CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information18ST SLT LaramieSAFETY AND SECURITYDoor Locks — Power_________________________

Page 10 - MARKET ADVANTAGES

CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information19All dimensions are in inches (millimeters) unless otherwise noted. GENERAL I

Page 11 - MODEL AVAILABILITY

CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information20ENGINE: NEXT-GENERATION 4.7-LITER MAGNUM®, SOHC, 16-VALVE SMPI V-8Availabili

Page 12 - POWERTRAIN AVAILABILITY

The 3.7-liter Magnum V-6 engine is standard on two-wheeldrive Dodge Ram 1500 Regular Cab and two-wheel driveQuad Cab™ with the standard bed configurat

Page 13 - FEATURE AVAILABILITY

CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information21ENGINE: 5.7-LITER HEMI®MAGNUM®16-VALVE V-8Availability______________________

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CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information22TRANSMISSION: 45RFE — AUTOMATIC, MULTI-SPEED OVERDRIVEAvailability__________

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CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information23DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES2WD 4WDQuad Cab™Box Length, ft. (nominal) 6.3 8 6.3

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CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information24All dimensions are in inches (millimeters) unless otherwise noted.CARGO BOXN

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CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information25SUSPENSION2WD 4WDFront __________________Upper and lower “A” arms, coil spri

Page 18 - SPECIFICATIONS

CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information26ESTIMATED TRAILER TOWING CAPACITIESRegular Cab 2WDMax Trailer Weights, GVWR

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CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information27ESTIMATED TRAILER TOWING CAPACITIES (CONTINUED)Regular Cab 4WDMax Trailer We

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CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information28ESTIMATED TRAILER TOWING CAPACITIES (CONTINUED)Quad Cab™ 2WDMax Trailer Weig

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2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information29ESTIMATED TRAILER TOWING CAPACITIES (CONTINUED)Quad Cab™ 4WDMax Trailer Weights, GVWR

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gear in downhill conditions to use the engine’s brakingcapability. A new 34-gallon gas tank is now optional onRam Quad Cab standard bed trucks.A coil

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POWERTRAINFull-time AWD electric shift optional on Laramie and SLTTow/haul mode offered on light duty models with automatic transmissionFlexible fuel

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INTERIORNew available Navigation Radio with 4.9-inch full-color display, AM/FM Stereo, CD player, 11 speakers, 240-watt amplifierand DVD-based navigat

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2003 MODEL YEARAll-new 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 replaces 5.9-liter5-45RFE multi-speed automatic transmission available with 4.7-liter and 5.7-liter enginesO

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2002 MODEL YEAR (CONTINUED)Structural rear bumper — Class III trailer towing capability without added equipmentClass IV trailer hitch platform — Integ

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1998 MODEL YEARQuad Cab body style introducedNext-generation driver and front passenger air bags (running change)(a)Passenger air bag cutoff switch (R

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CONTINUED2004 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUPdodge brand product information10Standing tall in a field of look-alike pickups, the Dodge Ram makes a powerf

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