Tracyleem16
Junior Member
Hi all- I just experienced the "shut down". Here is my story and I would love advice. I went into my dealership last month to ask about getting everything on my truck checked out as well as an oil change with fuel filter change as I am planning to hit the road in July for a cross country trip with my 5th wheel. I was told I was next on the list for the fuel pump swap out and to wait and they would do it all at the same time. I told them I didn't want to wait too long because I wanted to make sure if they found anything, I would have time to get the parts and repair completed before I went. I was assured it would be within the month. Well.... this last Saturday I was hauling my brand new beautiful 5th wheel and the dash lit up with "Service Electric Throttle Control" and then "Exhaust System Service Required See Dealer". And- then I had no acceleration. THANKFUL I was able to pull off somewhat safely on the side of the interstate. Then it died. 4 hours waiting for 2 tow trucks and sitting in the blazing sun and praying my set up wouldn't get hit by the semi trucks flying by I survived. I called yesterday for an update at the dealership and was told, yep- it was the CP4 fuel pump and that they had to wait to see what Ram wanted to do. I know they are responsible for the replacement of the pump, fuel lines and injectors but I will be honest- I am concerned this caused more damage and I will be stranded on the side of the road again. Not to mention- I am down a vehicle. I am a recent widow with a kid still at home and I need my truck! So my question to all of you knowledgeable Ram owners- how do I proceed? Do I just go along with their way, whatever that is? I would like to go into this with some knowledge. Any advice welcome.