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2006 Dodge Ram 1500 repairs by problem area

Engine (18%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (23%)

Brakes and Traction Control (18%)

Suspension and Steering (23%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

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2006 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

237000 mi

US $47
Check engine light came on. A check of the fault codes revealed a P406 code (EGR). Replaced EGR and CEL eventually went out. 

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2006 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

141000 mi

US $50
EGR Valve Replaced 
131000 mi

US $500
Changed EGR and fuel lines 

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2006 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Crew Cab 6.5ft bed

345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

98660 mi exhaust pipe disrupted between middle and end mufflers; fixed by installing a sleeve; 

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2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Engine Problems

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