Download Print Press Kit: 2009 Ram 1500 PRODUCT CHRONOLOGY Auburn Hills, Mich. January 12, 2008 - 2008 MODEL YEAR Sunburst Orange exterior color Detonator Yellow exterior color Dark Maple Burl woodgrain accents for Laramie models New 4.7-liter V-8 engine producing 310 horsepower (31 percent increase) and 330 lb.-ft. of torque (10 percent increase), with better fuel economy and increased refinement 6,000-mile maintenance schedule for all gasoline engines Improved steering linkage for 4x4 models Trailer Sway Control added to available Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system available 2007 MODEL YEAR YES® Essentials Stain resistant, odor resistant, anti-static seat fabric incorporated into vehicles with cloth seats Power accessory delay E85 compatible 4.7-liter V-8 engine (Flexible Fuel Vehicle—FFV) Optional Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Optional remote start One-touch, three-blink lane change feature 2006 MODEL YEAR Multi-displacement System (MDS) on 5.7-liter engine is a fully functioning cylinder deactivation system on a pickup truck (first for segment) and enables fuel economy improvements of up to 20 percent Variable Line Pressure (VLP) feature on four-speed automatic transmission (mated with 3.7-liter V-6 engine) results in improved fuel economy and smoother shifts Front-axle disconnect system (standard on 4x4 models) minimizes energy consumption and improves fuel economy NV244 full-time electric transfer case standard on all 4x4 models delivers 45/55 front/rear torque split when four-wheel drive is activated Optional all-wheel-drive electronic transfer case “Tow/haul” feature provides crisper shifts and reduces gear searching when towing Re-engineered hydroformed, fully boxed frame with increased torsional rigidity and bending stiffness for enhanced ride and handling capability and reduced transfer of noise Reduced drag brake calipers contributing to enhanced aerodynamics Coil-over shock, double wishbone front suspension on 4x4 models Specifically tuned monotube shock absorbers Re-tuned springs, jounce bumpers and suspension bushings for enhanced driving dynamics Re-engineered body mount design results in quieter cabin experience and more comfortable ride Re-engineered engine and transmission mounts for enhanced ride and handling characteristics New wheel lineup includes: 17-inch aluminum with unique finish (SLT, TRX and TRX4 package) 20-inch aluminum (optional on SLT) 17-inch chrome-clad aluminum (Laramie) 20-inch chrome-clad aluminum (standard on new Sport package, optional on SLT and Laramie) Thicker front door glass and re-engineered door seals for reduced wind noise contributes to interior cabin quietness Polymer constraint layer on front of dash panel for enhanced engine and road noise abatement Rear spoiler positioned on rear liftgate contributes to enhanced vehicle aerodynamics Redesigned headlamps, grille, front fascia and fender assemblies Enhanced headlamp performance Optional power sliding backlight Available in nine colors, including Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Coat and Light Khaki Metallic Clear Coat Redesigned instrument panel with four trim levels Optional full-screen navigation radio Optional DVD rear-seat entertainment system on Quad Cabs Optional front bucket seats with full center console available on SLT, Sport package and Laramie Rear-seat ladder-style headrests on Quad Cab® Enhanced seat design features including optional bucket seats, enhanced leather offerings and French-stitched sew lines Upscale finishes, including Maple Pommele accents on instrument panel and doors and Satin Silver II accents on control knobs Interior color offerings: Khaki and Medium Slate Gray New hydroformed frame enables greater front crush zone for enhanced absorption and crash energy dissipation Advanced multi-stage driver and front passenger air bags and knee bolsters Weight-based Occupant Classification System (OCS) for controlling front passenger air bag deployment (Quad Cabs) 2005 MODEL YEAR New sun roof available on Quad Cab Short Box New tailgate badging—ram’s head replaces “DODGE” nameplate UConnect® Hands-free Communication System with Bluetooth® technology; optional on SLT and Laramie SIRIUS Satellite Radio optional on Quad Cab Short Box SLT and Laramie(a) New transmission mounts for manual transmissions reduce noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) 3.7-liter Magnum V-6 engine upgrade provides improved idle quality and fuel economy refinements. Engine upgrade includes a new camshaft profile, lash adjusters, low-tension piston rings and a 9.7:1 compression ratio 4.7-liter V-8 engine adds knock sensors and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) for improved efficiency Getrag 238 six-speed manual transmission replaces the NV3500 five-speed manual on 3.7-liter and 4.7-liter Magnum engines Low Lockup Speed and turbine damper added to 545RFE with 4.7-liter engine. The turbine damper improves NVH performance allowing for torque converter lockup clutch application at lower speeds 2004 MODEL YEAR Full-time electric shift optional on Laramie and SLT Tow/haul mode offered on light-duty models with automatic transmission Flexible fuel version of 4.7-liter engine available to fleet customers Optional larger 34-gallon fuel tank on 1500 Quad Cab with standard bed The 5.7-liter HEMI Magnum V-8 receives exhaust gas recirculation for improved efficiency New exterior color: Deep Molten Red replaces Garnet Red New adjustable rear seat outboard head restraints standard on Quad Cab Chrome bodyside moldings standard for Laramie Chrome surround grille with chrome billet inserts for Laramie standard Body-color side moldings now standard with Sport appearance group Chrome-clad wheels now standard on Laramie New available navigation radio with 4.9-inch full-color display, AM/FM stereo, CD player, 11 speakers, 240-watt amplifier and DVD-based navigation system Satin Silver door and instrument panel bezels for Laramie Laramie model features new seat appearance, with unique leather seat design with high-contrast color seat inserts Laramie J Package (includes ash receiver, cup holder, vanity mirror lamps for driver and passenger, glove box lighting, switchable dome lamp and electrochromic rearview mirror) 2003 MODEL YEAR All-new 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 replaces 5.9-liter 545RFE multi-speed automatic transmission available with 4.7-liter and 5.7-liter engines Optional rear window defogger (mid-year introduction) SLT Plus is rebadged as Laramie on regular and Quad Cab models with an extensive list of standard features New tow hooks standard on Laramie four-wheel drive, optional in Protection Group for four-wheel drive ST and SLT and optional with two-wheel drive ST, SLT and Laramie Adjustable pedals with manual transmission—Optional AM/FM stereo with six-disc in-dash CD—Optional Steering wheel-mounted audio controls are packaged with AM/FM stereo radio with cassette and CD player or an AM/FM stereo radio with cassette and six-disc in-dash CD changer—SLT; both equipped with 11-speaker Infinity® system Electronic throttle control on 5.7-liter HEMI Magnum V-8 engine Automatic locking retractor added to front passenger seat belt LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) added to regular and Quad Cab models 2002 MODEL YEAR Two- and four-wheel-drive models with regular and Quad Cab bodies Three equipment levels—ST, SLT and SLT Plus Sport Appearance Group and Sport Appearance Group with 20-inch wheels and tires—Optional SLT and SLT Plus Next-generation 3.7-liter Magnum SOHC, SMPI V-6 engine with balance shaft Next-generation 4.7-liter Magnum SOHC, SMPI V-8 engine 45RFE multi-speed automatic transmission Available electric-shift four-wheel-drive transfer case Refined manual four-wheel-drive transfer case All-new frames with fully boxed side rails Independent front suspension on four-wheel-drive models Refined two-wheel-drive suspension systems Rack-and-pinion steering P245/70R17 standard tires P275/55R20 on two-wheel-drive models and P275/60R20 on four-wheel-drive models Standard four-wheel disc brakes—Largest in the industry Truck-industry first dual-rate power brake booster All-new, roomier, stiffer body structure Bed length of short-box models reduced to provide increased cab interior roominess Industry-exclusive wide-opening forward-hinged rear door with outside door handles and full roll-down windows Trailer Tow outside mirrors with rotating heads for improved rearward visibility Structural rear bumper—Class III trailer towing capability without added equipment Class IV trailer hitch platform—Integrated with rear bumper structure Extended regular and Quad Cab interiors—Roomiest in the industry Power adjustable pedals with automatic transmission—Optional SLT, in SLT Plus All-new, customer-oriented interior with added storage All-new seats for increased passenger comfort 60/40 split/folding rear seat—Available on SLT and SLT Plus Quad Cab models Improved storage compartments under rear seats on Quad Cab models Steel fold-flat load floor—Available on SLT and SLT Plus Quad Cab models Larger, more versatile cab-back storage systems on regular cab models Pickup truck-first Dual-zone Climate Control—SLT Plus Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) with customer-programmable features—SLT Plus Best-in-class optional Infinity premium speaker system—11 premium speakers in seven locations and a 240-watt digital amplifier Truck-industry first side air bag inflatable curtains (SABIC) for front and rear seat outboard occupants—Optional Adjustable front seat head restraints—Standard Outboard front seat belt pretensioners—Standard Enhanced interior head impact protection—Standard Extension of Quad Cab body allows use of rearward-facing child seats in back seat 2001 MODEL YEAR July 2000 Production Club Cab body style discontinued User-ready child seat upper anchors on cab back panels January 2000 Production High Output Cummins turbo diesel engine with six-speed manual transmission only (245 horsepower and 505 lb.-ft. torque) 2000 MODEL YEAR Eight-foot box with 1500 Club Cab body discontinued New front suspension and steering systems on all models All-new brake system with dual-piston front disc brake calipers and quick-response vacuum booster 1999 MODEL YEAR Upgraded Sport Appearance Group—Front bumper and fascia, grille, quad headlamps 1998 MODEL YEAR Quad Cab body style introduced Next-generation driver and front-passenger air bags (running change)(a) Passenger air bag cutoff switch (regular cab and Quad Cab only) (running change)(b) Removable storage module under rear seats of Quad Cab (mid-year introduction) 1995 MODEL YEAR Club Cab model added 1994 MODEL YEAR All-new regular cab models introduced Model designations changed to 1500, 2500 and 3500 (a) Certified to federal regulations that allow less forceful air bags. Always use seat belts. Remember, a back seat is the safest place for children. (b) Important—Always remove key and replace cover. Rearward-facing child seats may be used in the front seat only with the passenger air bag turned off. 2009 Dodge Ram Product Chronology