2013 Ram 5500 Cooling System Parts

This table covers the engine coolants and antifreeze formulations specified for this cooling system. Typical signs include a rising temperature gauge, rusty or sludged coolant, or a heater that blows cold. Use the chemistry named in the notes. Mixing silicate, OAT and HOAT formulas can gel in the radiator. Read more

17 Coolant / Antifreeze parts for the 2013 Ram 5500 come from 6 brands — PRESTONE, PEAK, FVP and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is FVP MV5050GAL.

In the Compatible With All Colors grade, PRESTONE supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Compatible With All Colors" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF3055.

The Economy section lists 4 options from FVP, PEAK, PRESTONE and 1 other brand — the catalog's value-priced group. FVP MV5050GAL is listed in this group.

In the Heavy Duty grade, PRESTONE supplies 1 part: rated for severe service. A representative part number is PRESTONE AFC12100.

In the Premium grade, PRESTONE and PEAK supply 4 parts: a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF2100.

In the Standard Replacement grade, PRESTONE, ACDELCO, VALVOLINE and 3 other brands supply 7 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is ACDELCO 105027.

This table covers the hard pipes and extra hoses in the coolant circuit. Read more

7 Coolant Hose / Pipe parts for the 2013 Ram 5500 come from 4 brands — DORMAN, MOPAR, SKP and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 626823.

This group includes DORMAN 626823, DORMAN 626572 and ACDELCO 18512L and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the seals at the Coolant Hose / Pipe. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

One part is listed for the 2013 Ram 5500 — AUTOTECNICA RM0720252.

This table covers the Coolant Level sensors. Typical signs include a warning lamp, a stored code, or a reading that drops out when the harness is wiggled. Inspect the connector and ground before replacing the sensor — wiring faults are often condemned as bad sensors. Read more

4 Coolant Level Sensor parts for the 2013 Ram 5500 come from 4 brands — AUTOTECNICA, MOPAR, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: AUTOTECNICA DG0716969, MOPAR 68354536AA and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS FLS318, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the overflow / expansion tanks that hold extra coolant. Read more

4 Coolant Reservoir parts are listed for the 2013 Ram 5500, from DORMAN, GPD, MOPAR and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 603839, GPD 2411277 and MOPAR 68166475AB, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the caps on the overflow / expansion tank. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable. Read more

2 Coolant Reservoir Cap parts are listed for the 2013 Ram 5500, from AUTOTECNICA and MOTORAD.

Part numbers include AUTOTECNICA GM0714619 and MOTORAD T73.

This table covers the adapters used to pressure-test this cooling system. Read more

4 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 2013 Ram 5500 come from 2 brands — GATES and MOTORAD.

Part numbers include GATES 31431, GATES 31391 and MOTORAD 3128, among others listed above.

This table covers the Hose clamps. Read more

This group shows a single part: MOPAR 55056718AA.

This table covers the intercoolers that cool turbo or supercharger charge air. Read more

5 Intercooler parts for the 2013 Ram 5500 come from 5 brands — SPECTRA PREMIUM, AGILITY, DORMAN and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is SPECTRA PREMIUM 44011308.

Listed part numbers: SPECTRA PREMIUM 44011308, AGILITY 5010036 and DORMAN 918510, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Intercooler Air Hose pipes. Read more

7 Intercooler Air Hose / Pipe parts for the 2013 Ram 5500 come from 4 brands — GATES, DORMAN, MOPAR and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is CONTINENTAL 65402.

This group includes CONTINENTAL 65402, GATES 26573 and DORMAN 667311 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Intercooler Hose / Pipe clamps. Read more

DORMAN supplies both parts for the 2013 Ram 5500.

This group includes DORMAN 55246 and DORMAN 55245.

This table covers the seals at the Intercooler. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

One part is listed for the 2013 Ram 5500 — MOPAR 68189159AA.

This table covers the radiators that dump engine heat to airflow through the core. Typical signs include overheating in traffic, a wet core, or coolant that disappears with no puddle. Replace the cap if it cannot hold the rated pressure, and bleed the system after the swap. Read more

13 Radiator parts for the 2013 Ram 5500 come from 8 brands — GPD, CSF, MOPAR and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 3664.

The Economy section: 3 options from GPD. GPD 13490C is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 10 parts, from CSF, MOPAR, OSC and 4 other brands. A representative part number is CSF 3664.

This table covers the caps that hold system pressure at the radiator or reservoir neck. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable. Read more

This group shows a single part: GATES 31569.

This table covers the petcocks used to drain the radiator. Read more

One part is listed for the 2013 Ram 5500 — DORMAN 61134.

This table covers the Radiator Fan blades. Typical signs include chatter, streaks, or a skip at the top of the stroke. Confirm left and right lengths in the notes — they are often different. Read more

3 Radiator Fan Blade parts are listed for the 2013 Ram 5500, from DORMAN, GPD and MOPAR.

This group includes DORMAN 621592, GPD 2812309 and MOPAR 52014730AA.

This table covers the Radiator Fan clutches. Typical signs include slip at highway speed, chatter on takeoff, or a pedal that stays low. Resurface or replace the flywheel with the clutch — a heat-checked flywheel wastes the new disc. Read more

9 Radiator Fan Clutch parts for the 2013 Ram 5500 come from 7 brands — HAYDEN, FOUR SEASONS, US MOTOR WORKS and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is HAYDEN 3291.

This group includes HAYDEN 3291, US MOTOR WORKS 22347 and FOUR SEASONS 46114 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the brackets that mount the Radiator Fan Clutch Bearing. Typical signs include a cracked mount, a rattle, or a bracket that no longer holds alignment. Confirm position in the notes. Many brackets look alike and bolt to different corners. Read more

2 Radiator Fan Clutch Bearing Bracket parts for the 2013 Ram 5500 come from 2 brands — DORMAN and GATES.

Part numbers include DORMAN 300822 and GATES FB1022.

This table covers the shrouds that duct air through the fan and radiator. Read more

5 Radiator Fan Shroud parts for the 2013 Ram 5500 come from 3 brands — DORMAN, GPD and MOPAR. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 620987.

Part numbers include DORMAN 620987, DORMAN 620990 and GPD 2812374, among others listed above.

This table covers the upper, lower and connecting hoses between radiator, engine and reservoir. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle. Read more

14 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2013 Ram 5500, from GATES, DAYCO, MOPAR and 4 other brands. AUTOTECNICA DG0719825PRM carries the "Popular" badge.

This table covers the Radiator Mount bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

One part is listed for the 2013 Ram 5500 — MOPAR 68050199AA.

This table covers the seals at the Radiator. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

MOPAR supplies both parts for the 2013 Ram 5500.

Part numbers include MOPAR 52014743AA and MOPAR 52014744AA.

This table covers the Radiator Upper Air Baffle retainers and clips. Read more

DORMAN supplies both parts for the 2013 Ram 5500.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 700365 and DORMAN 963058.

This table covers the senders that report coolant temperature to the gauge or ECU. Typical signs include a gauge that sits on empty or overheat, or a lamp that does not match what the engine is doing. Rule out the cluster and the wiring before replacing the sender. Read more

8 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2013 Ram 5500 come from 6 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, WALKER PRODUCTS, GPD and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX141.

The Economy section: 3 options from GPD, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and VEMO. GPD 1712596 is listed in this group.

The Full Service Kit section lists 1 option from WALKER PRODUCTS — grouped under the catalog's "Full Service Kit" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. WALKER PRODUCTS 21191050 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 4 parts, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, WALKER PRODUCTS, NTK and 1 other brand. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX141.

Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX141, GPD 1712596 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX141T, among others listed above.

This table covers the thermostats that open the coolant circuit at the specified temperature. Typical signs include slow warm-up, a gauge that climbs in traffic, or heat that never quite arrives. Replace the housing gasket with the thermostat and bleed the system so a trapped air pocket does not cook the new part. Read more

9 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2013 Ram 5500, from MOTORAD, SKP, CALORSTAT and 3 other brands. MOTORAD 5426190 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from SKP. A representative part number is SKP SK5426190.

The Heavy Duty section: 1 option from MOTORAD. MOTORAD 5426190 is listed in this group.

The Premium section: 1 option from MOTORAD. MOTORAD 7426190 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section: 6 options from MOTORAD, CALORSTAT, GATES and 2 other brands. MOTORAD 426190 is listed in this group.

This group includes MOTORAD 5426190, SKP SK5426190 and MOTORAD 7426190 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the seals at the thermostat housing and water outlet. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

4 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2013 Ram 5500 come from 4 brands — FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE, MOPAR and 1 other brand.

This group includes FEL-PRO 35703, MAHLE / CLEVITE C31858 and MOPAR 5086740AA and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the housings and outlets the thermostat sits in. Read more

4 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2013 Ram 5500, from FOUR SEASONS, GATES, MOPAR and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: FOUR SEASONS 86241, GATES CO35075 and MOPAR 68210190AA, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Water Inlet. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

This group shows a single part: MAHLE / CLEVITE C33356.

This table covers the pumps that circulate coolant through the block and radiator. Typical signs include coolant at the weep hole, pulley play, or a growl from the front of the engine. Replace the thermostat and refill with the specified coolant whenever the pump comes off. Read more

8 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2013 Ram 5500, from FVP, SKP, US MOTOR WORKS and 4 other brands. ACDELCO 2521041 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from FVP, SKP and US MOTOR WORKS. A representative part number is FVP US99.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from ACDELCO, GATES, DAYCO and 2 other brands. ACDELCO 2521041 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: ACDELCO 2521041, FVP US99 and SKP SK1204520, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the gaskets between the water pump and the block or housing. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

3 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2013 Ram 5500 come from 3 brands — FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO 35525, MAHLE / CLEVITE K31420 and VICTOR REINZ 711388000.