# \#ram-1500 **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/ram-1500/14254.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [2019 Dodge Ram 1500 Lifter Roller Broke!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-dodge-ram-1500-lifter-roller-broke/206349)
**Author:** [@Old-Days-Rick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Old-Days-Rick)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2026, 2:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-dodge-ram-1500-lifter-roller-broke/206349 "2026-10-13T02:52:36Z")
I am not posting this to argue, be mocked or ridiculed. Last week I took a old friends Dodge Ram out after doing some brake work on it. This is the same 2019 Ram with under 100k on it equipped with the 5.7l that has th… --- ## [Can a bad alternator cause parasitic draw?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-bad-alternator-cause-parasitic-draw/184400)
**Author:** [@squeamishossifrage](https://community.cartalk.com/u/squeamishossifrage)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 7:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-bad-alternator-cause-parasitic-draw/184400 "2024-10-14T19:05:53Z")
I bought a used 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 a few years ago, and for the first 15 months I had no trouble with parasitic draw or dead batteries or anything - I use one of those 150-Watt AC-to-DC power inverter strip in my center… --- ## [2003 dodge ram 1500 5.7 hemi](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-dodge-ram-1500-5-7-hemi/193653)
**Author:** [@ddreamer915\_187530](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ddreamer915_187530)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2023, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-dodge-ram-1500-5-7-hemi/193653 "2023-10-31T21:58:55Z")
I have been having issues with my 2003 dodge ram 1500 5.7. 178k miles. I recently changed the throttle body but the sensor keeps coming on while driving it. It idles back and forth between 500rpms and 1500 rpms. It shak… --- ## [Need technical advice on repairing a 2001 Dodge Ram with the 3.9L engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-technical-advice-on-repairing-a-2001-dodge-ram-with-the-3-9l-engine/189437)
**Author:** [@bcohen2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcohen2010)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2023, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-technical-advice-on-repairing-a-2001-dodge-ram-with-the-3-9l-engine/189437 "2023-03-09T02:00:07Z")
This is for my mother-in-law, who is very poor, and not very adept at caring for her cars, either. So Friday, while I was at work, the MIL came to visit her daughter and grandson, and when it came time to leave, she got… --- ## [Transmission & Vehicle Codes And Transmission Shifting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-vehicle-codes-and-transmission-shifting/189055)
**Author:** [@Code3gamingofficial01\_183914](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Code3gamingofficial01_183914)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2023, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-vehicle-codes-and-transmission-shifting/189055 "2023-02-10T23:52:25Z")
I just finished Replacing my Shift Solenoid and i still have the same issue. Reverse is back to normal tho and its wanting to change into the Next gear from 1st gear but something is preventing it to do so. Could it be t… --- ## [My 46RE Transmission won't Shift out of First Gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-46re-transmission-wont-shift-out-of-first-gear/188802)
**Author:** [@Code3gamingofficial01\_183914](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Code3gamingofficial01_183914)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2023, 8:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-46re-transmission-wont-shift-out-of-first-gear/188802 "2023-02-09T20:19:22Z")
So Awhile Back like 3-4 years ago, my Transmission started to not properly shift into gears and then overtime i was unable to use my Overdrive and then ultimately stopped shifting out of First Gear and Remained in shop s… --- ## [Engine Cranks but Wont Turn Over. No Spark At All](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-cranks-but-wont-turn-over-no-spark-at-all/188846)
**Author:** [@Code3gamingofficial01\_183914](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Code3gamingofficial01_183914)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2023, 3:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-cranks-but-wont-turn-over-no-spark-at-all/188846 "2023-02-06T03:46:32Z")
I Fixed my Fuel Pump issue and went to Crank my 97’ Dodge Ram 1500 5.2l and It Didnt Turn Over. Checked all the Fuses and they are fine. Went to check the Coil Pack with the Spark Tester and it didnt light up. Checked it… --- ## [1997 Dodge Ram 1500 5.2l | Power to the Fuel Pump but wont turn on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-dodge-ram-1500-5-2l-power-to-the-fuel-pump-but-wont-turn-on/188799)
**Author:** [@Code3gamingofficial01\_183914](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Code3gamingofficial01_183914)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2023, 5:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-dodge-ram-1500-5-2l-power-to-the-fuel-pump-but-wont-turn-on/188799 "2023-01-28T05:34:09Z")
Im trying to get my truck to run again (1997 Dodge Ram 1500 5.2l) but one problem, Fuel Pump wont turn on. My Volt Meter is saying that i have power going to it but its not turning on. Fuel pump & Relay is fine. Just no … --- ## [03 Ram 1500 4.7 What is this Tube chewed by mice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-ram-1500-4-7-what-is-this-tube-chewed-by-mice/188722)
**Author:** [@corporatefj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/corporatefj)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2023, 10:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-ram-1500-4-7-what-is-this-tube-chewed-by-mice/188722 "2023-01-26T22:22:17Z")
Mice got under the hood and chewed a bunch of the electrical and this tube here. What is this tube? What are my options for temporary fixes? Can I put a tiny bit of glue on the edge and tape back together? If not, what… --- ## [Engine overheating, coolant not returning to radiator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-overheating-coolant-not-returning-to-radiator/180736)
**Author:** [@bltschwab\_178232](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bltschwab_178232)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2021, 12:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-overheating-coolant-not-returning-to-radiator/180736 "2021-11-20T00:40:59Z")
Hi all, I have a 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 with the 4.7L engine in it. It has 190,000 miles on it. It has several problems related to the cooling system… Coolant just randomly disappears. It used to be that the engine woul… --- ## [2007 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7l with "no bus" error and won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-dodge-ram-1500-5-7l-with-no-bus-error-and-wont-start/178864)
**Author:** [@LoneWolfMuskoka](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LoneWolfMuskoka)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2021, 12:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-dodge-ram-1500-5-7l-with-no-bus-error-and-wont-start/178864 "2021-08-29T00:06:00Z")
My truck is showing a “no bus” error with several dash warning lights staying on, including security light. It will not start and seems like the security immobilizer has kicked in (won’t even turn over). This started ju… --- ## [Orrifice tube](https://community.cartalk.com/t/orrifice-tube/178641)
**Author:** [@Alexander-37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alexander-37)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2021, 11:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/orrifice-tube/178641 "2021-08-10T23:34:05Z")
I am changing my compressor and accumulator on my 03 Dodge Ram 4.7l but I can’t seem to find the orrifice tube location. Please help --- ## [1998 Dodge Ram 1500 transponder key / fob](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-dodge-ram-1500-transponder-key-fob/177469)
**Author:** [@gmcinnes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gmcinnes)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2021, 3:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-dodge-ram-1500-transponder-key-fob/177469 "2021-06-16T03:20:56Z")
Hi all. I bought an aftermarket fob for my 1998 Ram. I’m following the instructions here 1998 Dodge Ram Truck (1500, 2500, 3500) Keyless Entry Remote Fob Programming Instructions to try and program it, but my DLC is no… --- ## [Used All-Terrain Tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-all-terrain-tires/177149)
**Author:** [@instock](https://community.cartalk.com/u/instock)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2021, 1:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-all-terrain-tires/177149 "2021-06-10T13:34:26Z")
My '05 Ram 1500 needs tires. I don’t drive off-road, but I like the aggressive look of the all-terrain tires. I’m not talking about the super-aggressive mud tires, but just something that doesn’t look like it belongs on … --- ## [Dodge Ram 1500 Wrong FOB](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-ram-1500-wrong-fob/177344)
**Author:** [@usmc2k1\_175681](https://community.cartalk.com/u/usmc2k1_175681)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2021, 10:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-ram-1500-wrong-fob/177344 "2021-06-10T10:25:40Z")
Wrong FOB Started in 2015. Bought truck used 1k miles. I know why now. 4 times I have had wrong FOB and 4 times to the dealer and they give me another key. This time went to a locksmith that deals with FOB\`s. I saved all… --- ## [No crank with key](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-crank-with-key/175980)
**Author:** [@j.biggs76\_174592](https://community.cartalk.com/u/j.biggs76_174592)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2021, 3:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-crank-with-key/175980 "2021-04-04T15:59:21Z")
I put new plugs wires cap rotor button on my 96 Dodge Ram five nine now the ignition will not turn the truck over I can jump the starter wire to the battery and it will turn over and start fine but I can’t get no ignitio… --- ## [Belt making bad noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/belt-making-bad-noise/165217)
**Author:** [@Ben39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ben39)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2020, 12:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/belt-making-bad-noise/165217 "2020-06-03T12:56:34Z")
1999 Dodhe RAm 1500. The known major issue on this truck remaining. This belt makes very loud squealing sound. I tried all the things recommended in my other post years ago but nothing helps. The difference is, it now … --- ## [Rough/loud idle accelaration between 55-70 mph](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-loud-idle-accelaration-between-55-70-mph/163925)
**Author:** [@Isaac-34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Isaac-34)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2020, 3:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-loud-idle-accelaration-between-55-70-mph/163925 "2020-05-06T15:11:34Z")
08 ram 1500 170k miles. When in between 55 and 65 mph when staying at a contant speed or accelerateing in that window the motor i believe, makes like a rumble noise or vibration that is a little loud. When i get over 70 … --- ## [Wobbling radiator fan and coolant leak with no hose puncture or hole](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wobbling-radiator-fan-and-coolant-leak-with-no-hose-puncture-or-hole/163236)
**Author:** [@Cameron\_Chrabascz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cameron_Chrabascz)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2020, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wobbling-radiator-fan-and-coolant-leak-with-no-hose-puncture-or-hole/163236 "2020-04-23T21:07:42Z")
The radiator fan is wobbling and there was a coolant leak but no hole or puncture in the coolant hose. The belt fell off the pulley system and hood started smoking. --- ## [1997 dodge ram 1500 radiator leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-dodge-ram-1500-radiator-leak/162011)
**Author:** [@Stonerab](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stonerab)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2020, 9:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-dodge-ram-1500-radiator-leak/162011 "2020-03-28T21:01:21Z")
Radiator leak. I have a pinhole leak right at the bottom of this metal tube connecting to the engine. Pic include. Can it be replaced easily? Is it threaded on at the bottom? There is a lot of rust in the radiator as wel… --- ## [Need help please Insurance co. problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-please-insurance-co-problems/159541)
**Author:** [@Jeff\_Russell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeff_Russell)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2020, 12:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-please-insurance-co-problems/159541 "2020-03-09T00:35:58Z")
My legally parked truck was recently rear ended by a drunk driver. The Highway patrol showed up and took him to jail. When I bought the truck it was registered in Arizona (I live in Cali.) til 2023. Beings that the truck… --- ## [4.7 dodge oil issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4-7-dodge-oil-issue/160239)
**Author:** [@Justin\_LeQuire](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Justin_LeQuire)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2020, 2:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4-7-dodge-oil-issue/160239 "2020-03-04T14:27:39Z")
02 ram 1500 4.7l this truck was parked for a couple years, about 15k miles after a rebuild and now it’s pushing oil out of the oil filter seal. I changed the oil and filter and it’s still the same. I was thinking the pre… --- ## [Vacume hose? Air hose? What is this??](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vacume-hose-air-hose-what-is-this/160304)
**Author:** [@ali47scorpion\_152735](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ali47scorpion_152735)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2020, 2:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vacume-hose-air-hose-what-is-this/160304 "2020-03-04T02:10:26Z")
so like there is a tiny air hose that is connected to the left side of this engine I just want to know what it has to do with the engine when I pull the cable and put my finger over the connection point it kills th… --- ## [Black residue on bottom of my air box](https://community.cartalk.com/t/black-residue-on-bottom-of-my-air-box/157222)
**Author:** [@Drewsgaragellc\_162456](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Drewsgaragellc_162456)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2020, 11:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/black-residue-on-bottom-of-my-air-box/157222 "2020-01-24T23:06:57Z")
I removed the air box from my pickup because it was running rough and missing bad and found black residue all over bottom of air box ! What should I look at ?