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What is Dodge Ram PCM?

What is Dodge Ram PCM?

The PCM–or powertrain control module–in a Dodge is responsible for controlling many of the electrical systems in the vehicle. This includes airflow to the engine, temperature and more. In some cases, the PCM will be replaced due to a repair issue.

How to reset PCM and check engine light in Dodge Ram?

The reset procedure in your Dodge Ram is as easy as they come. First, park your truck and turn it off. Pull the hood lever under the driver’s side dash, and then pull the safety catch on the front of the hood to open it. Find the power distribution center (PDC); it will be a black box near the battery. Unlatch and open the cover of the PDC.

What’s the problem with my Dodge Ram 1500?

Yesterday, I finished rebuilding (cam, lifters, etc) my 2015 ram 1500 and everything was charging correctly upon completion. However, two nuts on my rocker arm assembly were making a slight tick on the driver’s side, so I removed the cover this morning and tightened everything.

Where is the power distribution center on a Dodge Ram?

Pull the hood lever under the driver’s side dash, and then pull the safety catch on the front of the hood to open it. Find the power distribution center (PDC); it will be a black box near the battery. Unlatch and open the cover of the PDC. Take a look at the diagram on the back of the cover. Identify the fuse for the PCM.

How big is a Ram ProMaster Camper Van?

The Ram ProMaster is very popular for camper conversions, and this 2019 model by SKALA Conversions recently caught our eye. It’s not often you find a van with a 136-inch wheelbase outfitted with a kitchen, queen-size bed, and a fully-operational bathroom with shower.

The reset procedure in your Dodge Ram is as easy as they come. First, park your truck and turn it off. Pull the hood lever under the driver’s side dash, and then pull the safety catch on the front of the hood to open it. Find the power distribution center (PDC); it will be a black box near the battery. Unlatch and open the cover of the PDC.

What happens when my PCM has a problem?

When your PCM experiences a problem, it logs an error code, which will display on any connected code reader device. If this is your first sign of trouble, congratulations! You found the problem before it got any worse.

Can a bad PCM cause a car to not start?

This can be caused by several different PCM errors, but may also be an indication of something wrong in your ECM. Regardless, this is a serious problem, since your car could potentially fail to start when you’re stranded on a country road, in an empty parking lot, or any number of undesirable locations. 3. Sudden Loss of Gas Mileage

Pull the hood lever under the driver’s side dash, and then pull the safety catch on the front of the hood to open it. Find the power distribution center (PDC); it will be a black box near the battery. Unlatch and open the cover of the PDC. Take a look at the diagram on the back of the cover. Identify the fuse for the PCM.

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Ruth Doyle