10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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1998 Dodge Ram 3500 transmission problems

transmission problem

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1998 Dodge Ram 3500 Owner Comments

problem #2

Apr 291999

Ram 3500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

There is a lock up in transmission/torque converter. Computer program that tells torque converter when to lock up and unlock has a problem, causing torque converter to lockup and unlock sporadically. Dealer has nispected vehicle. Manufacturer has been notified.

- Terrell, NC, USA

problem #1

May 211998

Ram 3500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Truck vibrates between 30-67 mph. Dealer has changed the torque converter, drivershaft, replaced ring and pinion, yoke, bearings and seals. Truck has burned 1/2 qt of oil per 1000 miles since new.

- Hebron, IN, USA

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