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What should I do if my engine light is on in my Ram 1500?

What should I do if my engine light is on in my Ram 1500?

2012 Ram 1500 SLT 5.7L V8 Crew Cab Pickup Change your cabin air filter! Dirty cabin air filter cause undue wear on your car’s heater and AC and can cause bad odors 2012 Ram 1500 SLT 5.7L V8 Crew Cab Pickup Check power steering fluid level

What kind of engine does a 2012 Ram 1500 have?

2012 Ram 1500 SLT 5.7L V8 Crew Cab Pickup Check power steering fluid level Power steering fluid is easy to check and many people (mechanics included) often forget about – learn how here

When does the Check Engine light come on?

Intermittent Check Engine Light: If the check engine light on your 2012 1500 is intermittent, try to take note of the conditions when this happens. For example, does it happen when you accelerating, driving on the highway or does it appear at low speeds?

Do you need to reset your Ram 1500 computer?

You’re there. Your RAM 1500’s computer should be reset. In older models, you may need to drive your truck fifty miles or fewer to reset your computer. Keep in mind that since you’ve disconnected a cable from your vehicle’s battery, your RAM 1500’s security system or Uconnect® system might reset as well.

How to reset the Check Engine light on a Ram 1500?

How To Reset the Check Engine Light on a RAM 1500. 1 Find your battery under the hood and disconnect the black/negative cable. 2 Wait 20 minutes for the power reserve to expire. The RAM 1500 check engine light should reset automatically during this time. 3 Now, just reconnect the black/negative cable. You’re ready to get back to work.

2012 Ram 1500 SLT 5.7L V8 Crew Cab Pickup Check power steering fluid level Power steering fluid is easy to check and many people (mechanics included) often forget about – learn how here

Intermittent Check Engine Light: If the check engine light on your 2012 1500 is intermittent, try to take note of the conditions when this happens. For example, does it happen when you accelerating, driving on the highway or does it appear at low speeds?

Can a faulty battery cause check engine light to come on?

GOFAR has the capability to diagnose over 300 common car issues. Most car problems emanate from a faulty/undercharged battery or a poor electrical connection. With a faulty battery, there’s bound be low voltage at the car’s computer which may cause the check engine light to come on.

How does ESC work on Dodge Ram 1500?

Bought it brand new and never added a tune to it. On my 2012, when the ESC kicks in, it also cuts the throttle. It’s darn-near impossible to do donuts without pulling the fuse and totally disabling the ESC. On my 2012, when the ESC kicks in, it also cuts the throttle.

Bought it brand new and never added a tune to it. On my 2012, when the ESC kicks in, it also cuts the throttle. It’s darn-near impossible to do donuts without pulling the fuse and totally disabling the ESC. On my 2012, when the ESC kicks in, it also cuts the throttle.

What does the ESC light on the dash mean?

What the ESC light means It is important to understand how your particular control system works because the ESC light on the dash could have multiple meanings. Generally, the light will illuminate when the computer is actively trying to maintain traction control. This light will stay lit only while the vehicle is not under control.

What are the different colors of RAM warning lights?

They are roughly ordered by importance, which tends to be by color (red, amber, yellow, orange, green, blue, gray), but there are over 70 of them so be patient! Models examined include 1500, 2500, 3500, Chassis cab, Promaster, and Cargo Van.

Is it safe to drive with the ESC light on?

Is it safe to drive with the ESC light on? While electronic stability control can help you avoid loss of control of the vehicle, it can’t do everything for you. Try to keep the light off as much as possible. If you are driving in slippery conditions and the light keeps illuminating, slow down so the car is easier to control.

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Ruth Doyle