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What is the reason that my Dodge Ram 2500 is only making clicking sounds and not starting?
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If you drive a Dodge Ram 2500 and are facing issues starting your truck where you hear clicking sounds when you turn the key, it indicates a problem with the battery connection. This typically happens when the battery is dead or the connections are loose. The initial step is to inspect the wires and connections for any looseness or damage. Replacing these parts can cost between $4 and $25. If the battery cannot be recharged, you will need to buy a new one, which can range from $54 to $240.
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The 2018 Ram Longhorn Laramie will not start, it just needs a simple click to get going.
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If your Dodge Ram 2500 is having difficulty starting on most occasions, it is likely that the starter needs to be replaced.
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I own a 2020 Ram 2500 truck with brand new batteries. It wouldn't start after being parked in my shop for a few weeks, and now it's still not starting. I installed top-of-the-line batteries about a month ago. When I try to charge and start the truck, the box above the battery makes a clicking sound, the wipers turn on, and the dashboard lights flash. Any thoughts on what might be causing this issue?
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The 2020 Dodge Ram 2500 has a starting issue where it just clicks, which could be due to a dead battery or a loose battery cable.
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It appears that the battery is likely dead. It could be related to the starter or relay. Make sure to test the battery using a voltmeter at the minimum. It's recommended to use a battery draw tester for more accurate results, as many problems are voltage-related.
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I currently have 37,500 miles on my RAM truck and recently had some trouble getting it to start. I noticed a clicking noise coming from the starter. After reading online about common battery issues with RAM trucks, I decided to replace mine, but the problem persisted. I had a mechanic inspect the starter underneath the truck, and after hitting it with a hammer, the truck finally started, with sparks flying from the starter. It turns out, the positive cable nut had loosened by a quarter turn, causing the issue.
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Greg, we just experienced the same issue with our '22 2500 RAM, which has 26,000 miles on it. Suddenly, the fob wouldn't start the engine, just a click and nothing more. We tried both fobs with no luck. Eventually, we had it towed to the dealer and discovered that the cable nut was the culprit for the connection problem. Luckily, replacing the nut resolved the issue. Interestingly, the dealership had received a "NOTICE" from RAM regarding this issue, but no recall has been issued yet. It seems like this is becoming a common problem.
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I owned a Ram 2500 that was experiencing a familiar problem - it wouldn't start, just clicked. I checked the battery and starter relay, then scheduled a dealer appointment to have the starter inspected, assuming it would need to be replaced under the warranty (13,000 miles). But then I came across this discussion. After a quick read, I got under my truck and tightened the nut on the starter's positive cable by 3/4 of a turn - problem solved. I ended up cancelling the appointment. Grateful for the helpful tips shared here!
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This can be paraphrased as "Starter solenoid, corroded, or dirty/greasy connection.
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We own a large number of Dodge vehicles in our fleet. We are experiencing frequent issues with the starters, with approximately 40 vehicles in total. So far, we have had to replace around 15 starters.
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