2013-2018 Ram 1500 Starter Torque Specs

5.7L V8 Hemi

Applies to 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 Ram 1500

Labor Time:2.3 hours

Torque Values (14 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Battery Cable Nut	18	14	—
Battery Cable Nut	18	14	—
⚠️ Ground Bolt	18	14	—
Ground Bolt	18	14	—
Heat Shield Bolts	10	7	—
Heat Shield Bolts	10	7	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	46	34	—
Mounting Bolts	46	34	—
⚠️ Starter Mounting Bolts	50	37	Long bolt may need extension
Starter Mounting Bolts	50	37	Long bolt may need extension
⚠️ Starter Solenoid Nut	12	9	For B+ cable
Starter Solenoid Nut	12	9	For B+ cable
⚠️ Terminal Bolts	9	7	—
Terminal Bolts	9	7	—

The primary torque specification for starter on a 2013-2018 Ram 1500 is 18 Nm (14 lb-ft).

There are 14 torque specifications for starter on the 2013-2018 Ram 1500 5.7L V8 Hemi, covering all related fasteners and components.