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What makes a Dodge Ram 1500 not start?

What makes a Dodge Ram 1500 not start?

Truck wont start dodge ram 1500 5.7/ 2005 236k New battery. Truck wont start dodge ram 1500 5.7/ 2005 236k New battery. Alternator test was good-twice. Turn jkey all goes dead. no lights, radio etc. … read more Vocational, Technical or Tra… Associate of Occupational i… 2013 ram 1500 will not start. New battery and alternator

Why does my car not start after I drain the battery?

A broken timing belt, timing chain or timing gear means you can crank the engine until you drain the battery, and it still won’t start. Likewise, a bad crankshaft position sensor won’t send the right signals to the engine computer to allow the engine to start. 8. Smart Key Issue

Why is the battery light not working on my car?

The belt drives the alternator, which recharges the battery. If it’s loose or worn, the alternator may not be able to recharge the battery so it can start the engine next time around. (This could also cause your battery light to come on.)

How to tell if your Dodge Ram has a bad safety switch?

Clear indication of a bad Neutral safety switch but really hard to find since it was really random. The key was knowing that no noise is clearly a wiring, switch or sensor issue NOT starter or other mechanical parts. 117 people found this helpful.

Why does my Dodge Ram 2500 not start?

While there are a variety of reasons your Dodge Ram 2500 won’t start, the most common 3 are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter. How is a no-start diagnosis fixed?

Why is the battery on my Ram truck not working?

Started out by calling U-connect to see why the last few months my the app would not work. Lady asked my to make an SOS call to see if they could see my location so I did.

Why is the radio not working on my Ram truck?

The radio is “married” to the trucks vin# which it reads through the CAN bus network. A replacement radio needs a code but not the one that was installed from the factory. It’s possible something else went wrong but that’s how mine has worked each time I disconnect my battery. Others have confirmed this. Ouch, sorry man.

When do you know your car battery is dead?

This is a blessing for the trained technician, and a curse for the DIYer who would rather save money on the repair. The battery is considered dead when there isn’t enough charge to start the engine or run electrical components. Normally, the first sign is dim lighting in the interior of the Read More

Why are the lights on my Ram truck not turning off?

In the daytime today, and the evening, as soon as the truck turns on the lights are on and won’t shut off after power is cut to the vehicle. I Googled the problem, and saw multiple complaints going all the way back to 2000….seems to be a faulty door switch causing the problem, which should be easy enough for the dealer to change.

Is there a problem with my 2012 Ram 1500?

No one has added a helpful site for this 2012 1500 problem yet. Be the first! Read reviews of repair shops in your area. Enter your zip code: OK – Another Chrysler TIPM victim here… The symptoms are: You can crank the car, but the engine won’t start or run. Or, you do manage to get the car started, but the engine dies almost immediately.

When did my 2013 Ram 1500 engine fail to start?

I drove it to Virginia in early October 2013 and on two occassions it failed to start. When I turned the key, some of the dash lights and Xmsn lights came on but nothing else.

Why does my Ram 1500 engine not start?

Put key in ignition truck will not start, does not do anything, like someone took the battery out of the truck. Tried spare key, still no luck. Tried it three times, and it finally started. No big deal, it has happened several times.

Why does my Ram truck not turn over?

I also see a couple of people saying it could be the W.I.N. module but when you press the button once, all the accessories and lights come on just fine but when you press the brake and push to start it, you just get the loud click and nothing else. No attempt to turn over or anything.

Are there any problems with the Dodge Ram 1500?

Fourth-generation Dodge Rams are more powerful than these trucks have ever been, yet they’re still susceptible to issues that can make them dangerous to drive. Electrical issues are unfortunately common in late-model RAMs and are some of the worst 2010 RAM 1500 problems. 1. TIPM Issues

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.

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