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For updating the Dodge Ram 1500's TCM, the owner's manual specifies certain requirements to be met. This process is necessary after transmission servicing or replacement and should be done by a dealership or authorized service center equipped with the proper tools and software. Dodge advises that the brakes should be applied, engine speed should exceed 500 rpms, throttle angle must remain under 3 degrees, shift lever should remain in park until instructed to shift to overdrive, the new overdrive position should be maintained until the relearn is finished, and oil temperature must be maintained between 60° and 200°. The typical cost for a TCM relearn ranges from $500 to $1,000 for labor and materials.
Start the car by turning the ignition key, press down hard on the gas pedal, then shut off the engine. After waiting for a minute, restart the car by turning the ignition key again.
Are we trying to shut off the engine while keeping the gas pedal pressed to the floor?
I followed these steps and it successfully reset the Transmission Control Module (TCM) on my 2020 Ram 1500 (5th generation). It really improved performance.
I did not work on the 2009 Dodge Ram.
It took a couple of attempts, but it successfully rebooted my 2016 Dodge Ram 1500.
The truck diagnostic system doesn't show any error codes, but according to the dealer's diagram, the TCM display is marked in red.
I have a 1995 Dodge Ram. How can I reset the TCM on it?
Would that be suitable for a 1998 Ram truck?