2003 MODEL YEAR
All-new 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 replaces 5.9-liter
5-45RFE multi-speed automatic transmission available with 4.7-liter and 5.7-liter engines
Optional rear window defogger (midyear 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 4WD, optional in Protection Group for 4WD ST and SLT and optional with
2WD 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
Child Seat Anchor System — 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 4WD transfer case
Refined manual 4WD transfer case
All-new frames with fully boxed side rails
Independent front suspension on 4WD models
Refined 2WD suspension systems
Rack and pinion steering
P245/70R17 standard tires
P275/55R20 on 2WD models and P275/60R20 on 4WD 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
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