How to fix intermittent start problem with Ram 1500?
DON’T DO THIS WITH ONE CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, COMPLETELY UNHOOK YOUR BATTERY FROM BOTH CABLES before touching them together. did the trick. lock/unlock worked, and it started right up. some crazy kind of hard reboot of the computer that my buddy found online while we were troubleshooting… 31 people found this helpful.
Why is my Dodge Ram 1500 not shifting?
The transmission may also slip or refuse to shift at all, which is one of the main 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 transmission shifting problems. Sometimes switching out the solenoids can fix the problem for around $50 to $100 plus labor if you have it done by a shop.
Where is the rotor located on a spark plug?
The rotor is located underneath the distributor cap. It spins either clockwise or counterclockwise and is referred to as distributor rotation. Remove the distributor cap, crank the engine and make note of the distributor rotation direction. Reconnect the distributor cap.
Is there a problem with the ignition switch on a Dodge Ram?
Seems to be an ongoing issue with the same defective ignition switch in these vehicles as the Ford, Honda, Acura, Lexus, Toyota, and Infinity that all use the same bad parts. Change the ignition switch and consider yourself lucky you didn’t get cheated by crooked dealerships and dishonest manufacturers. 58 people found this helpful.
The transmission may also slip or refuse to shift at all, which is one of the main 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 transmission shifting problems. Sometimes switching out the solenoids can fix the problem for around $50 to $100 plus labor if you have it done by a shop.
What causes a ticking sound in a Dodge Ram 1500?
A bad or failing manifold leads to decreased engine performance, and broken manifold bolts are common in Dodge Ram 1500s of all ages. The most common symptom of broken or degraded bolts is a ticking sound on cold starts, frequently heard from the passenger side of the truck.
Why does my Dodge Ram shut off while driving?
The radio may randomly shut off while driving. Most of these issues make it hard, or just plain embarrassing, to drive the truck, but the unreliability of airbag deployment is a life-threatening danger. Many Dodge Ram owners attempt to fix electrical problems individually when the TIPM is the real root cause.
What causes the Horn to go off on a Dodge Ram?
The Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) is a huge issue for many with a modern Dodge Ram pickup. When it starts to go, it wreaks havoc on any and every function that requires electrical input. When the TIPM starts to go out: Airbags may not deploy in a crash and/or may deploy at random. The horn may go off at random.