Active grill shutters

[redneckstylin]

So start off I have a 2013 ram 1500 pentastar and 8 spd with the active grill shutters.....went on a 500 km drive got in town check engine light came on temp got really high...took to dealer and apparently the shutters got stuck...less than 1000km on this unit and been in for warrenty anyone else have issues with grill shutters?

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[audio1der]

They're a novel idea, but jut one more thing to go wrong IMO.
I'd be VERY interested to hear how they affect mileage on identical highway runs, all other controlled variables removed.

 

[BlownGP]

They're a novel idea, but jut one more thing to go wrong IMO.

Totally agree. To me I don't see how it can make a difference.

 

[ZCR]

At low city speeds the fan should still pull enough air around the shutters. They are not against the rad. It could be a failing temp sensor that's throwing the engine cooling system out of wack. I would make sure they run a complete system diagnostic.

 

[ZCR]

They're a novel idea, but jut one more thing to go wrong IMO.
I'd be VERY interested to hear how they affect mileage on identical highway runs, all other controlled variables removed.

It's all about CAFE; every .01% counts. BTW it works for NASCAR...(tape).

 

[Stangshcky12]

My buddy just designed a shutter system for the new Camaro for GM for his senior project
He said the gear system is so finicky that he was supposed they still meshed right when the got it across campus to the design showcase

 

[LB3711]

more and more issues posted about the 2013 rams I'm glad I didn't get one

 

[Chewy]

more and more issues posted about the 2013 rams I'm glad I didn't get one

Yeah, that's how forums work. People come here to complain and resolve. One person out of many doesn't make this an epidemic.


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[Trupiano]

All vehicles have issues. **** my battery died on my 11' at 1300 miles. Dead as a doorknob! Other than that, been an absolute dream truck. **** happens when you party naked!


El phono

 

[LB3711]

Yeah, that's how forums work. People come here to complain and resolve. One person out of many doesn't make this an epidemic.


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thanks

 

[Big Boi]

All vehicles have issues. **** my battery died on my 11' at 1300 miles. Dead as a doorknob! Other than that, been an absolute dream truck. **** happens when you party naked!


El phono

So you woke up from you "dream," for diesel?

 

[redneckstylin]

Yay another check engine light...high temp on gauge aswell probally due to shutters staying shut

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[smiley]

Sorry to hear this.

 

[WhiteExpress]

that's a bummer. And while I don't entirely understand Ram's placement of the active grill shutters, they can make a decent difference depending on the vehicle / driver.

That's the big thing, I'd say an average drive with a single 'gas it and pass em' pass, even one, would negate the benefits of an active grill shutter on a 50 mile trip on the highway.

Small aero mods just don't make a big difference on a brick like our trucks.
(See a bed cover etc)

 

[LB3711]

Wonder how they are working on the Dart? They have the shutters too.

 

[mattman_13]

So you woke up from you "dream," for diesel?

Yea. bring on the hardcore nightmares if I get to wake up and walk outside to the sick cummins.. lol

 

[Hemi Joe]

These few issues will get worked out, it wouldn't deter me from buying a 2013. FWIW, if I had those shutters, I think I'd find a way to lock them open or remove them. But, I'm always more interested in performance than gas mileage.

 

[audio1der]

that's a bummer. And while I don't entirely understand Ram's placement of the active grill shutters, they can make a decent difference depending on the vehicle / driver.

That's the big thing, I'd say an average drive with a single 'gas it and pass em' pass, even one, would negate the benefits of an active grill shutter on a 50 mile trip on the highway.

Small aero mods just don't make a big difference on a brick like our trucks.
(See a bed cover etc)

Agreed. And if you see someone driving their RAM like a Nascar, call the Sheriff because that's not safe.

 

[Hemi Joe]

that's a bummer. And while I don't entirely understand Ram's placement of the active grill shutters, they can make a decent difference depending on the vehicle / driver.

That's the big thing, I'd say an average drive with a single 'gas it and pass em' pass, even one, would negate the benefits of an active grill shutter on a 50 mile trip on the highway.

Small aero mods just don't make a big difference on a brick like our trucks.
(See a bed cover etc)

This. The Ram already had the best aero of the big 3 half ton pickups. I doubt the shutters are worth much mpg, the air ride suspension would make a big difference though. Getting this brick closer to the ground on the highway should make a difference.

 

[redneckstylin]

So went in to stealer ship today and got a new service writer apparently the ******** I had on friday did no paperwork of the service....so got a new person she has determined a fault and is ordering a new shutter assy than I ******* about temp being high apparently there is a flash coming out soon to resolve that issue.....so see how long it takes to get these shutters....

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