Dodge Ram Lighting and Electrical Problems

blainers

:shades: .... sounds like your starter, wiring or battery. and for the interior lights, it's probably the wiring or fuses. Just a thought... good luck.. We went through that, we had loose battery cables and we replaced the battery.

rudybob

2004 3500 quad diesel. When I start vehicle and drive after approximately 30 seconds the dash info lights flash and the dinger goes off once. It has always done that. Then, recently, the passenger back door would no longer lock or unlock using the key fob or switch on the driver's door. Now, both back doors. Oh and the speaker doesn't work on the driver's side back door but I do not believe that is related. So, does anyone have any ideas on how I can get the doors to auto lock and unlock again? Also, how do I go about checking the speaker wiring on the back door to fix that issue? I would greatly appreciate some advice.

dpkid03

i have just installed projector headlights on my 97 1500. After spliceing the wires for the halo's and the l.e.d.s into the parking lights I realized the high beam light stays on on the dash even when they are off and when I turn the headlights on the fog lights go off. Does anyone know what this problem can be

dissapointed6

I haven't seen, maybe haven't looked in the right place, but has anyone noticed how dim the headlights on the 2009 SLT are? I'm driving down a dark unlit country road the other night and found myself squinting, looking for my turn, and ended up missing it. Not only did I miss it but my neighbor whom I had just picked up from the airport also missed it. Thankfully we had another turn a little further down we could take and with two sets of eyes peeled out for this turn we missed it too. Luckily our final option was a flashing light that took us way out of the way. After that I did sort of a test. I left them on bright the rest of the way home and not one car out of the approx twenty we passed head on not one flashed their brights at me. Is this just coincidence or am I (we) just going blind. I should mention that every car I've ridden at night since then, I can see perfectly. I don' t understand why Mopar had to make two different headlights. They have one for the SLT and one for the 1500. Very suttle differences in looks but big differences in light output. I don't know if changing the bulbs would solve the problem ((in comparison the bulbs are recessed further in the SLT lights than the 1500's). I dont even want to price new housings, but either way the way they are is just totally unacceptable. Does anyone have a solution, or has anyone seen this problem or am I the only one?

huckster1

2004 Ram 1500 2WD 5.7l

Yesterday got a lamp out light. I replaced the light and still got the same message. Started checking my lights both of the parking lights work, but neither turn signal works on them. Headlights low beam passenger side works driver side not working. Bright beam passenger side doesn't work but driver side does. Tail light work brake lights I am not sure as I have the battery unhooked trying to reboot the truck. The only turn signal is the passenger side rear one. License plate lights work also. I had the battery unhooked for about 30 min and nothing changed but my radio stations were still in memory so I am going to let it set for an hour or so. any ideas if this does not work?

KCRam

It's not that they're dim; they're too high. In order to light the road, they are aimed on a more downward rake than the headlights on a car, but because of their height from the road, the light diffuses before it actually reaches the road.

As for the difference in headlight styles, "1500" and "SLT" are two different things... 1500 is a nameplate that represents the weight class, SLT is a trim level. The headlight difference is the upper trim levels offer a 4-lamp system over a two-lamp system. The 2-lamp is standard on the SL and SLT trim levels; the 4-lamp is optional on the SLT and TRX trims, and standard on the Sport and Laramie trims.

The 4-lamp system has its own drawbacks too... the most important being, the bulbs have less than half the life of the 2-lamp system.

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dissapointed6

kcram
Are you saying that they're aimed too high, or too high off the road? If the latter is the case, my 03 Tahoe was approx the same height and they lit up the countryside...literaly. What are my options?

canddmeyer

Yes, the headlights are dim. Many of us are complaining about it, but there is no solution. The 2009 Ram doesn't adapt to HID's without modifications, or so that's what I'm reading. Sylvania Silverstars are what some owners are using, but they only help a little bit. Dodge made a beautiful truck, but something about the design sheds very little light. My 1999 Accord and 2003 4Runner both have way better headlight visibility.

I'd suggest you look up DodgeTalk.com and join the rest of us talking about our Rams, including the headlamps & much more.

KCRam

They only seem dim - they're actually at the legal limit for low beam wattage.

A, they're mounted too high,
B, the housing prevents a lot of light from getting to the road (the bulbs are set too far back in the housing)
C, the housing and height prevent proper aim and throw

And to the comment re the Tahoe, yes, GM lighting is better because the housing and reflector shape are better designed. I had a Silverado a few years ago as a rental - same bulb, same wattage, far superior illumination. Even Ford still offers good old sealed-beam headlights on the base trim of the Super Duty pickups and E-series vans because they put the light where you need it.

This is not a new problem with Rams; my 2005 3500 is the same way. Inexcusable to need fog lights at night just to properly illuminate the highway in front of me, even when the regular headlights are professionally aimed.

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roxryd

Lloyd,
Having the same problem with my '05. Dealer said "no luck". Found another post that said the cuise switch fixed it but I am skeptical after doing research on how the system works. Did you get yours fixed yet? Did you have any codes? I pulled one out of mine I think it was a 2153 (don't quote me on that)
Thanks Rock

huckster1

Gave up and took the truck into the dealer and found out that two modules shorted out. The integrated power module and the front control module both shorted out. And I found out that the integrated power module or fuse box is on back order so replacing the front control module might get it shorted out again great news .

canddmeyer

No, they don't seem dim. They are dim, weak, whatever you'd like to call it. 2008 and earlier owners I know do not have the same issue, your post being the only complaint I've read. They may output legal wattage, but that output isn't any better than any 1960's or early 1970's vehicles I've owned before halogens came along.

The headlamps are only 4 inches higher than my 4Runner, and put out probably 50% less light. Ford and GM owners aren't complaining, so it is definitely a design issue like I said before, and to which you concur, but it isn't a ride height issue.

rudybob

I have the same issue and I guess is there is no answer to the problem because in searching this site, I cannot seem to find anyone that has any answers or suggestions to fix the problem. So if anyone does have any answers to the back doors not locking except manually and the dome light not coming on when the door is opened, please help.

outlawfabshop

where do i get these bulbs at? they are the ones in the guage area and climate control. i havent pulled them yet...
btw, i'm new here, thanks

KCRam

Welcome aboard

The owner's manual has a list of bulb codes in the back, and any good parts shop will have them - mechanics have to get them from somebody!

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hemicaz

hemicaz

2005 Ram 1500 with 5.7L Hemi. The gas gauge starts increasing after a few minutes of operation. It increases about a half tank. It starts of reading correct, then increases.

frustrated36

All lights work on truck but only have running lights on trailer. Tow package wiring harness seems to run independently from truck lights. Replaced brake switch and tried locating flasher modules with no success. After looking at forums, have figured that there are no flashers, but an integrated power module instead. My question is do the trailer lights run independently from the truck lights and does the IPM control all? If it does, where is it located and how much does it cost? Or is it easier and safe to splice off the truck lights?

poelvoorde

i have an 06 ram 1500 my backup lights are not working were is the fuse

mdbcgilbert

mdbcgilbert

Sorry, messed up my first post, lol. Ok, to start, I've always had trouble with the interior cab lights either staying on, going off, or not coming back on. I've heard Chrysler has had more then their share of electrical problems so, as long as nothing is catching fire and I can get my lights to come on by either popping a door or closing and re-opening it, I'm fine, just gets old. THE REAL PROBLEM, right now, is that my cab lights used to stay on for about 30 seconds when I open a door and then dim to OFF, but now, they only stay on for about 10sec and then to dim to OFF.( and I'm usually still looking for what I went to get, only now in the dark). I know this for sure, that there is something different all of the sudden. Anyone have this problem and know how to fix? Also, my tach decided to check out? comes back when it feels like it? Chrysler, what the hecks going on with your trucks???? :confuse:

bamatruck

My first foray on this forum; I have the same truck. Do your turn signals work? On my truck the ding started one day and the "lamp out" light flashed. It went away; then came back again with the ding. My left turn signal was out. Changed the bulb three times. Each time I checked the filaments and it did not appear broken? but incessant ding, ding. Took it in and the mechanic installed the highest wattage available; problem solved. Now the passenger door window no longer works from the driver side; passenger button works. Not sure there.
Another time, I was backing up to a trailer to hook up; I rolled the window down, seat belt was not closed, and the driver door open while I was looking back. The horn started blowing (safety feature?); and then the windows would not roll up. I turned off the motor and cranked again (reboot?) everything started working again.
One more: I cranked my truck BEFORE the pigtail light went out on the dash one day, the service engine light came on, and stayed until I got home. The next day made sure the pigtail light was out and no more service engine light. Strange stuff. Sorry about the locks; guess I can look forward to that.

jroper

I have been having both the interior light and tachometer issues for about a year. I wish someone could offer a solution.

kram4

rudybob'

I have the same problems with my 2003 2500 quad diesel. No speaker on the drivers side back door and no power locks on either back door ( I found this out when someone ripped my lap top ). I'm saying that they are related but I haven't found the problem yet. Any help ?

bthomas45

i replaced the switch on the transmission,checked all the fuses in both fuse boxes, and checked all the bulbs. all of the other lights work just fine, except the back-up lights. any help would be appreciated. thanks

moparnbaja

I have exactly the same problem. I see your post is from June of 09. Did you find the fix?

jasonbiggy

'04 2500 ram- no marker lights-every other light works as it should-i haven't found a fix-talked to guys-they say either the multi switch or headlight switch-i was going to buy a headlight switch and try-all fuses good-multi switch being the signal switch-one gut said rotate the multi around and see if your lights come on-they didn't-does anyone know of a fix? there was a guy who posted on here a while back with the exact same problem-i couldn't get him to reply.

dufferdave49

I have a 2004 Ram 1500 Hemi that had no indications of any impending electrical problems. Went to start it yesterday and system was completely dead except for a blinking odometer, steady-on security light(no security system) and very dimly blinking interior lights. I thought possibly battery so i hooked up trickle charger and left it charging all day. Now, without key in ignition symtoms still the same.
when i put key in and turn ignition to on, all lights in instrument panel start flashing, speedometer and tach start going crazy and interior lights flash. If i turn the key tostart engine, not even click and things get even wilder in instrument panel. Somebody plese help with this because i don't wnt to have to pay dealer totry fixing by trial and error and charge for thigs not necessary. I have to disconnect rounf terminal from battery to stop the craziness. PLEASE HELP!!!

KCRam

Definitely sounds like the computer is dead. You're getting electricity (the lights wouldn't flash otherwise), so it's likely not the battery.

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jhumbert

I have no spark at the plug so I replaced the cap and rotor and that made no difference. Where do I go from here? The wires are all good plugs are clean and in good shape. Could it have something to do with the cam sensor? Or is it the coil?

vbob101

Hello, I just purcahsed a 95 dodge ram 1500, 5.9 liter, auto, 4x4. The only thing that is stopping me from getting it certified is we cannot get the high beam indicator light to work.We pulled out the instrument panel and we replaced the bulb and it still does not work. We tried using bulbs that were working in different locations, but they would not work in the high beam spot. We did notice that when we inserted the bulb it did not appear to be as "tight" as the other bulbs. Seemed to be a bit looser.Other then replacing the whole panel, is there a way to fix this?

laramie1

HI I HAVE A 2007 DODGE RAM LARAMIE WITH KEY LESS ENTERY AND REMOTE START FROM FACTORY IT STOPPED WORKING ABOUT TWO WEEKS AGO AND I CHANGED THE BATTERY ON THE CONTROL BUT STILL NOT WORKING EVERY TIME I LOCK THE CAR AND USE THE KEY TO OPEN IT THE ALARM GOES OFF IT VERY ANOING ANYONE HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM OR ANY SOLUTION TO IT

lschrull

I have an 2006 dodge ram with CCFL halo projector headlights with leds, i installed them and the halo's work great. I then spliced the leds in and they kept blowing the head lights fuses, so i called up a friend who is an dodge A tech, he said i blew the front control module, he said i need an converter, in order for the leds to work. has anyone else had this problem? if so did the company u brought the product from do anything to help you out?

sreade

Spook,

Did you ever solve this problem? I am currently having the same problem with a trouble code of P0500 - Vehicle Speed Sensor on my 2001 Dodge Ram. :confuse:

sschuck

sschuck

Front passenger window on my 2003 Ram operates from the switch on the driver side ok but not from the switch on the passenger side door. Replaced switch on passenger side and did not make any difference. Any ideas on what the problem is?

sas5814

sas5814

A week or 2 ago my turn signals started acting up. Sometimes they would work and sometimes not. Sometimes I would turn the left signal on and the right one would come on. The problem is getting worse. I'd like to fix this myself rather than pay the dealer to chase this Gremlin. What are the odds its something simple like a flasher unit? Thanks in advance.

airseb

airseb

I recently bought a new 2010 Dodge Ram with the 5.7L engine. As of two days ago, I have seen the ESP/BAS message appear on the center console and am unable to turn it off. Also it appears to affect the cruise control at the same time and it will not work. The cruise control can be turned on and off, but cannot set the speed. A week ago, I took it to the dealership to have the U-Connect hands free microphone installed, so not sure if that could have been where the problems started. Also, we I start the vehicle, all appears normal and no lights/warnings stay on. It will just pop up as I am driving, but at different times. Any help or suggestions would be appreciated.

victor40

When i do not use my RAM 1500 '98 for 1 day i have a dead battery.changed already 2 batt's,did the ampèretrick between battery and + cabel and removed the fuses 1 by 1 to see wich 1 causes the powerloss but found nothing.
Is there someone ho had the same problem ??
Grz.

victor40

sonyiac

The first sign of a problem happened one night when I was out driving and I noticed my headlights were flashing on and off. Even after I turn the headlights switch off they still continue to flash while the truck is running. My quick solution since I don't drive much at night was to take the bulbs out until I had time to take it to the shop. The next thing that happened is my parking lights and fog lights starting to do the same thing. Now my horn is blowing at random even when the truck is turned off. It blows all night disturbing the neighbors. The wipers also turn themselves on and off along with the washer fluid spraying quite often. It drains my battery and I have to boost it off every time to get it started. I just disconnect the battery when it's parked. Any ideas what could be causing this? I'm having it towed to the shop on Friday but wondered if anyone else has experienced the same issues. I have a 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4.7 V8.

hemidmn812

I have a 2003 Dodge ram 1500 with the 5.7hemi and yesterday it started acting weird. I was driving and the battery gauge went from the normal halfway mark to no reading. I thought that maybe it was the gauge needing replaced or the wires behind it being burned out. After pulling the dash and gauge cluster and testing the wires with an OHM meter they all read fine. Didn't think anything about it till later when I was driving to work when it once again read full then no charge and the truck died on me. I turned off the truck and restarted it and it read fine then 5 min later no charge again. I have replaced the battery and had the alternator tested and it was fine. I have replaced the negative and positive cables but it still continues to do this. Any suggestions ideas on how to fix this problem?

thanks,

Michael

jnelok

2009 RAM 1500 5.7 Started my truck and the following were not working, RADIO, SPEEDOMETER, FAN SPEED CONTROL, WIPERS, TURN SIGNALS, WINDOWS, REAR CAB WINDOW,
HEATED SEATS, AIR-COND SEATS, HEATED STEERING WHEEL, ABS SYSTEM.
After running for 15 mins and stopping, turning the truck back on got everything working again except for a ESS-BAS warning light on the dash, subsequent stop and re-start got everything back to normal??????????
Second time this has happened in 1 month, trip to dealer got no results because by the time dealer looked at the truck problem had disappeared.
Any clues out there??????

ranlac

No power on green line to right turn and brake light 7 prong factory installed
trailer tow adapter. Think it might be the relay, but don't know how to find it
Thanks for your help

david219

Just bought 2001 dodge ram 3500 door locks when engaged do not work but hear click at relay. suggestions welcome

bullpine

Monty, I too am having these problems with my 96 diesel. No power windows, blower motor and some lights on in the cluster. Did you find an answer or is anyone there that would be able to help??

bullpine

exifos

Hi, I have the same problem, did you fix yours? can you share?