This diesel engine option was different from the optional diesels in ford and gm trucks. The later model ram 2500 diesel has the 6speed 68rfe. My problem is that the trans suddenly wont shift into overdrive. Transmission problem dodge ram forum dodge truck forums. Once rams manual transmission sales bottomed out, it was likely no. In cases where a transmission is leaking fluid for any reason, there is a danger of an engine fire. My ram 2500 truck transmission and steering problems. A cummins b series engine was also added to the engine lineup in 1989. Producing up to 400 horsepower and 1,000 poundfeet of clean diesel torque, this powerhouse helps ram deliver bestinclass towing. If you own a 19942002 12 or 24valve cummins powered ram truck and have had automatic transmission problems, youre most definitely not alone. I have a 1500 hemi 2011 and i am having torquetrans problems. The fluid is full and has about 5000 miles since the last fluid and filter change. Rear axle lubricant is any sae 80w90 gear oil that meets mill2105c and api gl 5 quality specifications.
Used dodge ram 2500 with diesel engine for sale cargurus. The 68rfe also debuted alongside the 650 lbft version of the 6. Our tester was a 4x4 mega cab, but there are only so many words that can fit in a title. For instance, the ram 3500s available cummins turbodiesel cranks out a colossal 850 lbft of torque for a classleading 30,000pound tow rating. By continuing to use this site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. This score shows whether the model had more or fewer problems overall. Some drivers of rams equipped with a manual transmission have.
I opted to add more cash to the deal and upgrade to a 2016 ram 2500 cummins turbo diesel. Twentyfive years ago, the first diesel equipped dodge ram pickup went on sale. Automatic transmission problems of dodge ram 2500 part 1. I have a 96 ram 3500 pickup with a cummins diesel and 4 speed auto trans. Rear limited slip traclok and varilok axles require chrysler friction modifier 4318060. One day it shifted fine the next day it wouldnt shift into 4th gear. Discussion in ram trucks started by ktfbgb, oct 8, 2016. Cummins diesel engines have been used by the dodge ram 3500 since 1989 and include the isb 5. I am new to the forum, i have a 20 ram 2500 cummins with 6k miles.
The ram is a full size pickup truck manufactured and sold by american. Dodge used dodge 2500 4x4 diesel manual transmission. The 47re transmission in these trucks is not a favored transmission among cummins owners. View and download dodge 2014 ram 1500 owners manual online. Chrysler fca us llc is recalling certain 2014 2018 dodge journey, charger and durango, ram 2500, 3500, 3500 cab chassis more than 10,000lb, 4500 cab. Paired with the aisin as69rc sixspeed automatic transmission, the cummins powered ram 3500 boasts towing. Truck has been fully deleted egrdpf and has a 5 inch flow pro on it. Dodge was brilliant to source engines for their light duty trucks from cummins, a company thats dominated the heavy industry diesel engine segment forever and cummins gave the ram a very.
The worst complaints are cracked housing, tranmission failure, and transmission leaks. Complete manual transmissions for dodge ram 2500 ebay. Took it to the shop yesterday they had it until 3pm. We offer many solutions for dodge automatic and manual transmission.
Tsb 210800 delayed torque converter clutch lockup andor a p1740 dtc 47re transmission 1999 2000 dodge ram 25003500 cummins diesel. Axles intended for heavyduty or trailer tow should use sae 75w140 synthetic api gl 5 gear lubricant. Unlike the refreshed 1500, the 2500 and 3500 dont get the chryslerzf 8speed automatic instead relying on the chrysler 66rfe 6speed to put the power to the ground. We think the delay of the redesigned ram 25003500 is the perfect opportunity. This rating is based on an average across 345 unique models. Transmission gear slipping problems of dodge ram 2500. The dodge ram 2500 was equipped with the a618 47re, or the 48re in highoutput diesel models. Transmissions offered with the cummins diesel include the chryslermanufactured 47rh and re automatics, as well as the getrag g360 and. Diamond eye performance 4 inch alum dpf back dual for 2014 dodge 6. Ram hd trucks get a new 6speed transmission in 2012 torque. It was in transit to the dealer and would be available soon.
My 2006 ram 2500 diesel with automatic tranny feels like its. Zf6 manual transmission for a duramax diesel engine. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for dodge ram 2500 when you shop the largest online selection at. Auto 6 speed 68rfe 128 s,ooo s 7 liter hemi 6 speed 6. It has been back to the dealer 5 times, last visit i was told it was a valve body in the transmission and it was a widespread problem. I searched the new truck inventory on the ram website and found a truck that was within my budget. How to identify a dodge cummins 3500 transmission it. But they arent without their problems though, so lets look at some of the most common dodge ram 2500 transmission problems, look at cost estimates and figure out what you can do about them. I have had transmission issues since it was brand new.
Transmission ram 2500 pickup 4x2 ram 3500 pickup 4x2 87 liter hemi 6 speed auto. Forums dodge ram generations forum dodge ram cummins diesel forum 5. I also taught my wife clutch operation on the truck and im hard on the clutch. I have a travel trailer rv that i take out very often, and i wanted more power for safety especially accelerating on the highway, more stability, and more comfort options so my wife would enjoy the drives better. When shifting the automatic transmission to the park position, the transmission slips back into reverse. Transmission slip is one of the most common problems with the 1998. The cummins was coupled with a heavierduty version of the a727 automatic or a 5speed manual transmission and is available on 250 and 350 pickups and pickupbased chassiscab trucks. Find the best deals for used dodge 2500 4x4 diesel manual transmission. Then, twenty years ago, dodge made the pickup world sit up and take notice with the 1994 dodge ram pickup. When he pulled up to the gate of his home he put the vehicle in reverse with the emergency brake on, which gave him light at night, but it startled his cattle. Some of the most common problems with this transmission involve being stuck in a gear, failure of the torque.
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