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 transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (17%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (33%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 6 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

231000 mi

US $700
New clutch, new flywheel, new hydraulics 

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2003 Dodge Ram HD 4-door

turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel manual 4WD

156000 mi

US $70
Clutch slave cylinder leaking. Piston worn/crooked in bore. 
163827 mi

US $200
Front outer U joint; one was bad, replaced both. 

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2003 Dodge Ram HD 4-door

turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic 4WD

227540 mi

C $500
Rusted trans cooler lines. 
230240 mi

C $250
Failed u joints in rear driveshaft 
236940 mi

C $5000
Valve body failed on previously rebuilt transmission frying the clutches 

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2003 Dodge Ram HD Transmission Problems

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