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I have the same issue with my '95 Ram. After 10 years, all of a sudden 8 major cracks developed on the dash board. How tough was replacing it?
Also, I was told by a dealer, after spending $89 to verify this same situation that you found, that the speedometer problem is tied into the rear speed sensor. I guess you did not find that to be true?? They want $230 to change the sensor!
My check engine light is also on and they said it was a temperature sensor beneath the battery. For another $230 they will replace the battery and cables, not sure about the sensor. My engine is cutting off when I slow down and they told me it was because this sensor is causing the engine to limit power. Seems strange although I do have rust spots on the driveway from the battery area.
Thanks for any help from anyone!
Thanks for any help.
Robert
Robert
Regards,
Dusty
I have a 2003 Ram 1500 w/ the 3.7l and tow package with the same exact problem as yours. I have been to the dealer three times for this shutter and have been told the same thing " they all do it". I still don't believe that this is part of the
design. And even if it is it completely unacceptable. Just wanted you to know your truck is not the only one that shutters at part load. Have you found a fix for yours? I am going to drive another one w/ the 3.7l to verify they all do it. If they do I will
probably persue the Lemon Law for buy back, because my old truck that I got rid off had over 200k on it w/ a v6 and it pulled my trailer no prob...and no hesitation or shutter at light load. It is sad that a reletively new vehicle acts like this
Sorry I am not able to help, but you are not alone
thanks
Manny
kcram - Pickups Host
Probably the most common rear end ratio on a Dodge is 3.55 to 1.
I need new after market brakes and drums, not happy with the factory brakes. Any web links or advice would be great.I want to stop this truck. I'm in North San Francisco Bay area.Only towing a 6000lb boat, but personally I think truck brakes poorly even without the boat. Someone did mention aluminum brakes if that sounds right??
Also looking to buy a new front bumper and winch if you can help with that to. I just know I'm going to come around a corner and smack an animal one of these days. Have a price quote of $399 on bumper but think I can do better.
p.s. may not need bumper if I get good brakes! but I want the winch none less.
Thank you very much for any help!
I did have dextron in the truck. I replaced it with ATF+3. About 8 quarts, therefore a partial change. After the solenoid change and fluid partial replacement no success.
It feels like there is shifting into OD, but when I hit the button it doesn't down shift so the converter lockout must be the 4th gear sensation I'm getting?? I'm a top notch back yard mechanic, but a backyard mechanic nonetheless. This is the deepest I've found myself into a transmission, but I'm determined to understand it. I will take the transmission out if I have to. Tourque converter? Back flush next? Hook a meter up to the wire to the solenoid and run it and verify command?
Help!!!
David (different than the original post. This is my first time)
The Overdrive Solenoid could be actuating and not deactuating or the Transmission Control Module (TCM) is maintaining an actuating signal when the command to disengage is initiated.
When you press the Overdrive Switch on the end of the gearshift lever, does the OD Off lamp illuminate?
Best regards,
Dusty
Things to check:
Starter Motor Relay
Clutch Pedal Position Switch or Park/Neutral Starting Switch
Starter Solenoid
starter Motor
Starter circuit wiring
Fuses #12 (10 ampere) and 16 (50 ampers)
Regards,
Dusty
I have a performance computer for the truck that I thought of switching with the standard one in the truck to test the main computer, but my brother in law / expert mechanic didn't think it was faulty based on the results of the diagnostic computer.
Thanks for the help.
David
Based on the results of the diagnostic tool I think I agree with your brother-in-laws assessment. If that's true, that leaves the O/D switch, the wiring, or the overdrive solenoid itself.
Regards,
Dusty
Today I drove a 2003 Ram 2500 and it felt great. Price is $17, 999 , with 48000 miles. Any information from owners of a 2500 HD would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.... :confuse:">
As to performance, I'm not sure what the issue is. Either the Hemi gas or Cummins Diesel are the max at the truck performance end. The little 4.7 does remarkably well in the RAM, despite being found in 4800 pound trucks.
Best regards,
Dusty
Thanks.
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With that I'll ring out the wiring and the switch with my meter and see what that brings me.
Thanks,
David