Intense-Dakota
Landscape and Nature Photographer
- Joined
- Jul 11, 2016
- Posts
- 249
- Reaction score
- 105
- Location
- GUNTERSVILLE, Alabama
- Ram Year
- 2017
- Engine
- Hemi 5.7
I have an extended bumper-to-bumper warranty on my 2017 Rebel (5.7L, 4x4) that is going to run out in about 6 months. I have about 88K on the clock right now and no noticeable issue except I think the driver side mirror heating element is not working so I will be taking it in soon for that as it is self dimming mirror so the $100 deductible is worth it to have it replaced. Anyway, what else should I have the stealership check? I know lifter/cam issues is a concern, but not sure of how that can be checked without tearing about the engine and I'm not wanting to spend $700 for a diagnostic if it wont be covered under warranty. My warranty will cover everything except wearable components like brakes, wipers, etc. Control arm bushings and ball joints ARE covered though.
So, anything specific to have them check (minuscule common leaks, common failure points, things that don't scream BAD!!! but are still failing, etc.). Are there other ways to test for cam/lifter issues before they actual bite the big one? I do have some tick that remains after start, and I have already had the broken manifold bolts replaced once at the cost of $500 at the dealership because those weren't covered (yeah, really odd they didn't cover that). If those go again, I will be adding headers and ARP studs myself.
So, anything specific to have them check (minuscule common leaks, common failure points, things that don't scream BAD!!! but are still failing, etc.). Are there other ways to test for cam/lifter issues before they actual bite the big one? I do have some tick that remains after start, and I have already had the broken manifold bolts replaced once at the cost of $500 at the dealership because those weren't covered (yeah, really odd they didn't cover that). If those go again, I will be adding headers and ARP studs myself.