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    Remanufactured ECU causing other issues

    I just went through electronic hell on my '09 Ram truck. I don't know how the vans are wired but it's possible that the ABS control module needs to be flashed. If you have a local independent that you trust, ask them if they have the ability to flash modules. If not ask if they know who could...
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    Lifetime warranty

    I read somewhere not to long ago that it's illegal for a manufacturer to require you to have service done by a dealer. You do have to have records, use fluids and parts that meet spec. and follow recommended maintenance though. That being said, I've started to notice the dreaded cold engine...
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    HELP!!!!!

    All's well that ends well. The 2nd dealer I had it towed to had already discussed it with his head techs and they were willing to tackle it. They even complimented me on the written history of what I did to run down the initial problem and the work I did. Hours wise it didn't take them long...
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    HELP!!!!!

    The dealer was able to find an actual Mopar Tipm that was out of state. I told him to have it overnighted in, It's been installed which allowed the dealer's computers to communicate and update the system. So far everything is working except one setting on the fan switch for the Air/heat. I...
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    HELP!!!!!

    I appreciate the info. I just had it towed to a dealer willing to work on it. I know I'm looking at a $1000+ bill but that's better than having to buy a new truck. I just got approved for SSDI so maybe that will help.
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    HELP!!!!!

    I appreciate that but have no way of get my truck into Canada! I need someone in New York.
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    HELP!!!!!

    I've gone the the whole electric system with the help of an ASME tech. The problem as Paco stated is the dealer doesn't want to take the time to go through it. I'll gladly pay the money to have the truck fixed. I'm having it towed to a different dealer tomorrow. The only independent I talked...
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    HELP!!!!!

    Well , what started out as an annoyance is now a seemingly insurmountable problem. I have an '09 TRX4 that had a TIPM problem that caused a short. I found and fixed the short and went through the harness checking fuses and relays with the help of a couple ASME mechanics. I wound up replacing...
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    Service 4wd And traction control

    Well, after checking wiring, check to make sure you don't have a bent backing plate. Probably the cheapest fix would be to replace the sensors one at a time. Always check with NHTSA's website to find out about recalls and service bulletins specific to your truck. (Could save you time and money)...
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    2018 2500 Ram Intermittent ABNS/Traction control C0020

    IDK about later trucks but I just ordered a pre flashed ABS module from Parts Geeks for $213 plus $105 core for 2009 TRX4
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    Service 4wd And traction control

    I'd check your wiring and speed sensors around the wheels you were working on as well
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    Service 4wd And traction control

    Mine started with a short in my trailer harness, The short version is that my ABS light never came on either but my brake lights aren't coming on and the gear shift (column) is stuck in park, if I touch the brake (which has a new switch) the traction control light comes on. After many hours...
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    Synthetic Oil

    Whatever type of fairy tale I’m told it always boils down to the oil temp achieved during your trips and of course the puny capacity of the oil filter. You have a great point considering the 5.7 takes nearly 7 quarts! is there anyone out there that makes a larger one that fits? I've started...
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    Service 4wd And traction control

    I won't scare you with all the issues I'm having but you may have a wire grounding out or it could be your ABS control module. Check for recalls and service bulletins first @ NHTSA's website.
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    Synthetic Oil

    My 2009 TRX4 has lifetime oil changes from the Dealer, they use a synthetic blend. I got tired of driving 20 miles to the dealer and waiting several hours so I decided to do my own. I asked one of the mechanics there why they went to a synthetic blend. He told me it opened up the recommended...
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    Third brake light

    Try these Guys they have a great knowledge on TIPM's. Thanks, I talked to them and was going to buy from them but I got a deal on a brand new Dorman with a limited lifetime warranty that comes pre-flashed. I also got a pretty good deal on an ABS control module from Parts Geeks. Pretty much the...
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    Third brake light

    Well I bought a new PCM and that cleared 6 of 7 codes. I also found the way to manually take the truck out of park. If you have an '09 and it's stuck in park with a column shift, under the right side is a hole that you can push a long Phillips or something like it up and gently push up on the...
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    Third brake light

    No I didn't know that , thanks! I'll try it. I picked up a code scanner and am getting 5 ABS codes and 2 SRS codes. I did put the old TIPM back in since that wasn't the original problem. I had also removed the Brake light relay in the fender well and re-installed it. The codes I'm getting are...
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    Third brake light

    Even though I replaced the brake peddle switch, I'm going back with a VOM and see if there's a problem there as well as recheck the fuses.
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    Third brake light

    Well the good news is that I found the short. My brakes are no longer staying on in fact they don't go on at all now. My truck is also stuck in park.
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    Third brake light

    Ok, so far tried switching out the TIPM, Pulled the brake switch relay Still having the same problem with the lights staying on only now the truck won't go out of park and the anti-skid light comes on when I touch the gear shift.
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    Third brake light

    Talked to several local mechanics who all told my that the TPIM in 2009 dodges is a common failure issue, I don't understand how this isn't a recall item as it can lead to airbags going off by themselves or not going off in an accident, all kinds of lighting issues, door locks and windows acting...
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    Third brake light

    How would I troubleshoot that?
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    Third brake light

    I tried to look one up on NAPA's web site and all it shows is the TIPM and a bunch of connectors and switches. Yikes! I've been reading that that can cause some seriously bad stuff to happen!
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    Third brake light

    Why would there be constant power to third light?

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