Ram 1500 repair in Miami

The Ram 1500 hauls crews and tools, tows boats and still rides smooth on the Palmetto. We work on the HEMI V8, the 3.6 V6 and the EcoDiesel, check open recalls first and give you a written price before any work.

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What we see on this vehicle

What we see on the 1500

Tick at cold start that fades

Broken exhaust manifold bolts are well known on the 5.7L HEMI. It ticks when cold and quiets as it warms. Left alone, the leak grows and the gasket burns out.

Exhaust repair

Steady tick and a misfire

Some 5.7L HEMIs are known for lifter and camshaft wear, which shows up as a tick that does not go away and a misfire code. Do not ignore a flashing check engine light.

Check engine light

Oil leak on top of the V6

The 3.6L V6 has a plastic oil filter housing and oil cooler in the middle of the engine, and leaks there are a known problem as these engines age. We find the leak and send photos before we quote.

Car diagnostics

Steering suddenly heavy

Ram recalled some 2015 and 2016 trucks (NHTSA 16V167) and some 2019 trucks (19V812) for electric power steering faults that can cut the assist. We check your VIN for open recalls first.

Power steering

EcoDiesel warning lights

The 3.0L EcoDiesel has recalls for EGR cooler cracks on 2014 to 2019 trucks (NHTSA 19V757) and high pressure fuel pump failures (22V406). We check for open recalls, then diagnose what is left.

Diesel diagnostics

Truck sitting low or an air suspension warning

Trucks with the optional air suspension can sit low or show a warning when an air spring leaks or the compressor wears. We find the leak before we replace parts.

Suspension repair

Maintenance by mileage

30,000

Oil and filter, Tire rotation, Engine air filter, Brake check

60,000

Brake fluid exchange, Front and rear axle fluid, Transfer case fluid on 4x4, Exhaust manifold bolt check

90,000

Transmission fluid check, Spark plugs, if due, Engine coolant check, Ball joints and tie rods check

120,000

Engine coolant replacement, Drive belt, Shocks or air springs check, Road test with a written report

Questions people ask

What is the HEMI tick?

People use it for two things: a broken exhaust manifold bolt, which ticks when cold, and lifter wear, which ticks all the time and can bring a misfire. We find out which one you have before we quote.

Do you work on eTorque trucks?

Yes. Many 2019 and newer Rams have eTorque, a mild hybrid system with a 48-volt battery behind the rear seat. We test it along with the regular 12-volt battery.

Do you check for open recalls?

Yes. We look up your VIN before we quote. Safety recall repairs are free at a Ram dealer, so we tell you first and you never pay us for work a recall covers.