RAM MAINTENANCE EXCELLENCE
The complete service schedule for longevity
Your Ram is built for tough work, but needs proper care:
EVERY 10,000 MILES (or 6 months):
Oil and filter change (0W-20 synthetic for 5.7L HEMI)
Tire rotation and inspection
Multi-point inspection
Battery test
EVERY 20,000 MILES:
Cabin air filter replacement
Engine air filter inspection
Brake system inspection
Steering and suspension check
EVERY 60,000 MILES:
Replace engine air filter
Replace spark plugs
Transmission fluid service
Coolant flush and fill
Rear differential service
EVERY 100,000 MILES:
Replace all fluids
Inspect and replace drive belts
Timing chain inspection (if applicable)
Full brake system service
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HEMI POWER UPGRADES
Make your Ram even more beast
COLD AIR INTAKE ($300-500)
S&B, AFE, and Volant deliver proven gains. The HEMI responds incredibly well - expect 15-20 HP and aggressive sound. Installation is usually 30 minutes.
EXHAUST SYSTEM ($500-1200)
Flowmaster, MBRP, and Borla offer excellent options. Cat-back systems add 20-25 HP on the 5.7L HEMI. Sound is incredible.
PERFORMANCE PROGRAMMER ($400-700)
Diablosport and Superchips offer HEMI-specific tunes. Unlock 50+ HP, improve throttle response, and optimize shifting. Some disable MDS (cylinder deactivation) for smoothness.
HEADERS & MID-PIPES ($800-1500)
American Racing Headers or Kooks deliver serious gains. Expect 30-40 HP when combined with other mods. Professional installation recommended.
SUPERCHARGER KITS ($6000-8000)
ProCharger, Whipple, and Magnuson offer bolt-on kits. 550-650 HP is achievable. Requires supporting mods (fuel system, transmission upgrades).
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FUEL ECONOMY OPTIMIZATION
Get better MPG without killing the fun
COMMON RAM ISSUES & FIXES
Know before you go
HEMI TICK/VALVE TRAIN NOISE
Symptoms: Ticking sound at idle, especially when cold
Solution: Often normal. Update to latest PCM calibration. Use quality synthetic oil.
EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLTS
Symptoms: Ticking that gets louder under load
Solution: Replace with upgraded bolts. Common 2009-2017. TSB available.
DEATH WOBBLE (SOLID AXLE)
Symptoms: Violent shaking at highway speeds
Solution: Inspect track bar, steering stabilizer, ball joints. Often caused by worn components.
TRANSMISSION ISSUES (68RFE)
Symptoms: Hard shifts, slipping, hesitation
Solution: Transmission fluid flush with Mopar ATF+4. Consider aftermarket valve body.
BLEND DOOR ACTUATOR
Symptoms: Clicking noise from dash, temperature control issues
Solution: Replace actuator ($50 part). Accessible through glove box.
LIFT PUMP FAILURE (DIESEL)
Symptoms: Hard starting, low power
Solution: Upgrade to aftermarket lift pump. Stock units known to fail.
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