2003 Dodge Ram HD Dodge Ram HD 2003

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2003 Dodge Ram HD repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (23%)

Brakes and Traction Control (15%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)

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

Other (4%)

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2003 Dodge Ram HD engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (60%)

< $100 (40%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Dodge Ram HD

Engine not specified

234000 mi

US $350
Replaced fan clutch (failed), water pump and thermostat. Due to the cooling system design (overkill) the truck could reliably have been driven indefinitely without the fan clutch - even in 100+ weather - with no load. But tried to tow a trailer. 
95500 mi

US $7
radiator cap failure 

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2003 Dodge Ram HD 4-door

turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel manual 4WD

137000 mi

US $300
Cooling Fan shroud broken, fan then tore wires off of fan clutch.. so main shroud, lower shroud, and cooling fan clutch all had to be replaced. 
141000 mi

US $61
Valve cover leaking - replaced. 

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2003 Dodge Ram HD 4-door

turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic AWD

77000 mi Vacuum line broke and pump kept running. This line goes and runs the valves for AC and cruise control. 

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2003 Dodge Ram HD 4-door

turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic 4WD

235600 mi

C $125
Water pump seal failed 

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2003 Dodge Ram HD Engine Problems

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