Question 1

Air suspension faults (Ram 1500 DS)

Accepted Answer

On trucks with air suspension, leaking air springs, failing compressors or valve block issues make the truck sag and show a "service air suspension" message. Cold weather and road salt speed up wear.

Question 2

Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) failure (Ram 1500 DS)

Accepted Answer

The TIPM on the Ram 1500 DS can fail, causing a no-start, the fuel pump running continuously or not at all, the horn sounding by itself, and wipers or lights acting on their own. Common on 2007-2014 Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep vehicles, with some recalls and extended warranties.

Question 3

Broken exhaust manifold bolts (5.7 HEMI)

Accepted Answer

Exhaust manifold bolts on the 5.7 HEMI commonly snap from heat cycling, causing an exhaust leak and a ticking noise that is loudest on cold start and fades as the engine warms up.

Question 4

Lifter and camshaft failure on the 5.7 HEMI ("HEMI tick")

Accepted Answer

The 5.7 HEMI is prone to roller lifter failure: the needle bearings seize and the lifter wipes the camshaft lobe. Symptoms are a persistent ticking, misfire and check engine light, often on engines with MDS cylinder deactivation and long idle times. The repair requires a new camshaft and lifters.

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Known issues and common problems

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Known issues and common problems

Air suspension faults (Ram 1500 DS)at 130000 km · 1 solutionsMedium

Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) failure (Ram 1500 DS)1 solutionsHigh

Broken exhaust manifold bolts (5.7 HEMI)at 130000 km · 1 solutionsMedium

Lifter and camshaft failure on the 5.7 HEMI ("HEMI tick")at 160000 km · 1 solutionsHigh