Dodge/Ram Service and Maintenance
Built Ram Tough
Dodge trucks have earned their reputation through decades of hard work, from the classic Power Wagon to the modern Ram lineup, delivering the capabilities that truck owners demand.
OUR EXPERIENCE WITH DODGE/RAM VEHICLES
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Westco Automotive has become a go-to shop for Dodge truck owners who need their workhorses back on the job quickly. We've replaced countless HEMI exhaust manifold bolts that snapped off due to thermal cycling, and we've saved dozens of 4WD systems with proper transfer case service. Our technicians understand the unique demands truck owners place on their vehicles and perform repairs accordingly—not just fixing the symptom, but addressing the underlying cause. From rust-prone brake lines on older Rams to CP4 pump concerns on Cummins diesels, we've seen it all and fixed it right.
Some common repairs for Dodge/Ram Vehicles:
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HEMI exhaust manifold bolt extraction and replacement
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Front end suspension wear (ball joints, tie rods, control arms)
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Brake line corrosion replacement
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4WD actuator and encoder motor replacement
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Transmission solenoid and torque converter service
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Rust repair and prevention
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Cummins diesel fuel system service
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HEMI exhaust manifold bolt extraction and replacement
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Front end suspension wear (ball joints, tie rods, track bar)
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Air suspension compressor and strut replacement
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EcoDiesel emissions system (EGR, DEF) repairs
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Cummins CP3 and CP4 fuel pump service
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Transmission solenoid and torque converter replacement
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Rust repair on rocker panels and cab corners
Some known Issues by model:
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Dodge Ram 1500 (2003-2008): Front end suspension wear (ball joints, tie rods), HEMI exhaust manifold bolt breakage, rust concerns on rocker panels and brake lines
Dodge Ram 2500/3500 (2003-2007): Front end wear (especially with diesel weight), injector issues on Cummins, transmission cooling line leaks
Dodge Ram 1500 (2009-2012): HEMI tick and manifold bolt issues, TIPM electrical failures, rear window defroster tab failure
Dodge Dakota (2005-2011): Rust issues on rear wheel wells, transmission failures, power window regulator problems
Dodge Ram 3500 Cab Chassis (2003-2008): Brake line corrosion, rear axle seal leaks, transmission cooler line failures
am 1500 (2009-2012): HEMI tick and exhaust manifold bolt breakage, TIPM electrical failures, front suspension wear, rear window defroster tab failure
Ram 1500 (2013-2018): 8-speed transmission shudder, air suspension compressor failure (equipped models), 3.6L Pentastar oil cooler leaks
Ram 2500/3500 (2010-2018): Front end wear (especially with diesel weight), CP4 fuel pump failures (Cummins), exhaust manifold bolt breakage
Ram 1500 EcoDiesel (2014-2019): EGR cooler failures, DEF system issues, oil cooler leaks, timing chain wear
Ram 3500/4500/5500 (2013-present): CP4 pump concerns, Aisin transmission issues (some models), front axle u-joint wear, rust on cab corners
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Interesting Information
The Dodge Ram didn't get the "Ram" name officially until 1981, but the ram's head hood ornament appeared on Dodge trucks as early as 1933, symbolizing power and toughness. The modern Ram trucks have been separate from Dodge since 2009.