Wasn't sure where to post this, compressor noise??

[Guyfromthenorth]

I bought my 2019 Ram bighorn 5.7 4x4 back in December. Recently I had it in getting the headlights replaced due to leaks. When I picked up my truck and fired it up I noticed a LOUD compressor sound inside the cab. Honestly it is exactly the same sound as when you hookup a compressor and start filling a tire, that very distinct high pressure hissing\pingy sound tires make when being filled. I wish I could describe it but I think everyone knows what I mean.

It was "warm" out and I had my auto climate on. I had the dealer mech come out and have a look. He says "ah it's just the AC. it's fine". Now it's come back several times since. The other day my wife noticed (and she rarely notices anything with our vehicles tbh) it immediately and asked wtf is going on.

I can hear it over my stereo at a reasonable volume. None of my previous Rams have had this sound. Is this normal? It literally sounds like filling a tire with air, same volume, same sound to a T. Ideas?

 

[crash68]

If you AC is making that amount of noise, there is a major problem with it, tell that mechanic to have another mechanic fix that.
Do you have the air factory suspension? That would be the first thing that comes to mind for making noise like that.

 

[mike12193]

Definitely not normal, I have the air suspension and it is barely noticeable when it is working.

 

[RamCares]

I bought my 2019 Ram bighorn 5.7 4x4 back in December. Recently I had it in getting the headlights replaced due to leaks. When I picked up my truck and fired it up I noticed a LOUD compressor sound inside the cab. Honestly it is exactly the same sound as when you hookup a compressor and start filling a tire, that very distinct high pressure hissing\pingy sound tires make when being filled. I wish I could describe it but I think everyone knows what I mean.

It was "warm" out and I had my auto climate on. I had the dealer mech come out and have a look. He says "ah it's just the AC. it's fine". Now it's come back several times since. The other day my wife noticed (and she rarely notices anything with our vehicles tbh) it immediately and asked wtf is going on.

I can hear it over my stereo at a reasonable volume. None of my previous Rams have had this sound. Is this normal? It literally sounds like filling a tire with air, same volume, same sound to a T. Ideas?

Hi Guyfromthenorth,
We are sorry to hear of this loud noise concern with your truck. Have you brought your vehicle back to the dealership for a diagnostic appointment? If this noise concern continues, please send us a private message so we can take a further look.
Jenn
Ram Social Care Specialist

 

[Keithsimonds]

Definitely not normal, I have the air suspension and it is barely noticeable when it is working.

I’m curious how loud is the air compressor on the factory air system. I’m wanting to add air to my truck and I’m debating on the factory air pump I know it will be pricey but I really want something that is quiet I can’t stand a loud air compressor.

 

[DanAR]

Mine is very quiet, can’t really hear anything inside and can barely hear anything standing outside.