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    Password compromise notice?

    this morning I received a security notice from my iPad that my password/username for this site had appeared in a listing on the dark web, and recommended an immediate pw change. I did so, switching from a really weak pw to a much stronger one. Anyone else get such a notice? Best, RI
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    Rhythmic motion only when towing

    2016 1500 Laramie, 5.7 and 3.92LSD. 15000 mi since diff fluid change at dealership. I tow a single-axle aluminum flatbed dual MC trailer and loaded it’s only 2000lb or so. I’ve been getting a rythmic bouncing or surging feeling only when towing, and it’s worse when turning. Today I had the...
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    Load OSM maps into Nav system?

    Just got a map update notice from UConnect. I did one earlier update on my truck but was not impressed as it still couldn’t find restaurants and gas stations that have been around for years. On my Garmin GPS units I can load OpenSourceMaps into the gps and they work as well or better than the...
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    Hemi cam & lifter issues—does Uncle Tony have a point?

    Ran across this today and found it interesting. Apparently this guy does a lot of YT presentations and is well known. Does he have a valid point on why some hemis eat cams & lifters? DG
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    Easy-exit on driver seat not working since 18.45.01?

    I realized sometime after I did the 18.45.01 update on my 2016 1500 Laramie that the easy-exit function on the driver seat was no longer working. I can’t pin that down exactly to changing right after the 18.45.01 update, but that is the only service that’s been done to the truck in the last 8...
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    Chrysler Capital financing question

    A quick question--we are shopping for a Jeep and I'm not on any Jeep forums, but Chrysler Capital handles financing for all of them. In order to get price discounts for financing with CC is there a minimum percentage that needs to be financed? Thx, DG
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    Warranty in the rear view mirror...

    Took the truck into the dealership last week for one of my contracted oil/filter changes, at 35,959 miles, and asked them to listen to engine for any signs of lifter noise or exhaust leaks. Both were pronounced healthy but at least I have the concerns noted on a service order. There’s a touch...
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    “Failed to program”—what’s up with THAT?

    Started my truck today for a quick run to the store, and after I’d backed into the street and took off I noticed my digital speedo was not showing and all the gauges, etc that I’d set up previously were gone. All that displayed was a message “failed to program”. After parking and doing my...
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    8.4 Nav Update Experience

    I posted a Q on this earlier but can’t find the thread. At any rate, I updated the maps on my 8.4 nav system in my 2016 1500 and thought I’d share my notes. I should advise up front that the only reason I have Nav is it was included in my off-the-lot truck... 1. System software version...
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    Which standard does RAM use for trailer plug wiring?

    There are three separate standards or configurations for 7-pin wiring for trailer connectors. There’s SAE—for utility/cargo trailers, RV Standard—used for travel trailers and 5th wheel trailers, and 7-way Heavy-Duty—used for commercial and agricultural trailers. I am assuming my 2016 Ram is...
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    Navigator update questions

    Got a flyer in the mail yesterday telling me a new map update has been released for my truck. Requires a Uconnect update first, but that update was done a month or two ago and is the correct version. My questions are: 1. How often do map updates normally get released? 2. Are they...
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    Bent wheel on 2016 Laramie?

    Great, what next? Took my truck in for a rotate and balance at 12k and 11 months of ownership. Discount showed me one bent rim, not side-to-side, but up and down. I haven't had any luck finding a replacement at wrecking yards, wondering if anyone here has a line on a good used 6-spoke 20"...
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    Part#-price on 2016 rear bumper?

    I'm looking for part# and price for a chrome rear bumper on 2016 1500 Laramie CC SB with dual exhaust but no Park Sense. VIN 1C6RR7NT8GS296481 Thx, DG
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    WTB: 2016 Laramie chrome rear bumper

    2016 CCSB with dual exhaust and without park sense ports. If you are installing an aftermarket bumper I'm interested in buying your pristine chrome OEM bumper. Thx, DG
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    Good online parts catalog/source for 2016 parts?

    Can anyone recommend a good online parts catalog and parts source for 2016 models? I had a rear bumper get dinged and don't want to leave it that way for the next ten years. Local dealer is $$$ and I don't want to go through a body shop as they all sell aftermarket repros and I don't need help...
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    Should 8HP70 automatically downshift on downhills?

    Question after reading the tow/haul thread elsewhere in this forum. During normal driving with no cruise engaged and tow/haul not engaged, should the 8HP70 be downshifting on its own any time I hit a downhill and let off the gas? My Dak with 4.7 and auto never did this, and it was a plus for...
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    Grease transaxle and driveshaft on 1500s?

    Ran across a couple of youtubes on using a needle attachment to grease the large ujoint on the front transaxle of the 2500/3500 trucks, and also on greasing the joint at the front of the rear driveshaft on those trucks. Are these same grease points present on the 1500 trucks? Or are there...
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    Digital temp display in EVIC?

    I keep seeing posts here where folks are reporting engine and trans temps in fine digital increments- 202 degrees, 204 degrees, etc. I have programmed the display in my Laramie to show engine and trans temps but all I'm getting is a curved bar graph for each, tucked up against the tach. Are...
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    Oil leak, wind noise, and console rattle?

    My new Ram started marking its territory in my garage this week. Last oil change was at dealer, 3k miles ago. Crawled under the truck and found filter was loose, tightened it hand tight as best I could-it's tough to reach without a lift or a pit--and will be taking it to the dealer to be...
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    My new Ram w/pics

    OK, I've had it for a bit over two months and almost 5k miles, but didn't want to post pics until I had steps mounted.:Big Laugh: 2016 Laramie CC 1500 4X, 5.7 Hemi and 8spd w/ 3.92 LSD. Loaded up with protection pkg, convenience group, remote start, trailer tow, etc. Things I've added...
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    RAM DVD Owner's Manual doesn't work

    Inserted the RAM DVD containing owner's manual info, etc. into my Windows 10 Pro computer tonight and discovered that the DVD the salesman stressed i should thoroughly review is useless-- it won't run. It pops up a message saying it needs to install Adobe Air (which is already installed on the...
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    2016 vs 2017, Outdoorsman vs Laramie.

    I had been planning on ordering a 2017 Outdoorsman when ordering became available. Then, I found out here in the forum that the ODM is gone for 2017, replaced by a pkg that can be ordered for any trim. Started looking at 2016 ODM on dealer lots, but today ran across a 2016 Laramie nicely...
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    Hello, and projector light question

    Hello, this is my first post here. Profile says 2001 with 4.7L, but it's actually a loaded Dakota w/3.92s that I bought new. However, I'm shopping 2016 Outdoorsman models as I want a comfy and nicely equipped truck that can handle a 5-6k trailer. As I'm looking, tho, I only see the projector...

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