In this video I’ll show you step-by-step how to replace the starter on a 2002-2005 Dodge Ram. Even though the starter on other year Rams may be slightly different, the procedure is very similiar. If I can do it you can do it.
Starter Rebuild Video – https://youtu.be/oBBrd8gzv3o
Here’s where you can find a replacement starters:
Dodge Ram 1500 3.7 & 4.7L (2002-2005)
https://amzn.to/3uCt2Mg
Dodge Ram 1500 3.7 & 4.7L (2006-2010)
https://amzn.to/3rDF469
Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, 3500 5.7L (2011-2015)
https://amzn.to/3J85NNU
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Thank you DIY Jeff salute to your channel
I removed the bolts but the starter was completely stuck in place still and couldn't get it off no matter how hard i tried. Tried rotating the engine thinking it was stuck on the flywheel but nothing. Fml lol
The 2 mounting bolts are actually 15mm, NOT 5/8
Is it possible to replace the starter without having to raise the truck?
Now that's good instructional video right there explained it all to the t. Perfectly
Next time show how it sounds when it’s bad before taking it off
Thank you for telling the bolt size. mine has a little guard around the top bolt. Wish it was open like yours. Might watch the rebuild vid soon.
Could the issue be that corrosion on the main positive terminal at the starter? My solenoid is engaging fine, nice click sound, but I keep having to attempt it several times before the starter kicks in and cranks fine for the rest of the day or whatever. This is a new battery, clean terminals and I've been using a trickle charger to keep it topped up. I was hoping the vid would show if the terminals are easy enough to access without full removal but I didn't get a good angle here and it's too damm wet and cold outside to go crawl on my back right now, lol.
Helpful , Not sure what the need is to jack the truck up.. and disconnect your POSITIVE so you dont ground out and cause a shock , otherwise a good vid
What length of breaker bar did you use?
Great video . I have a problem , I followed step my step thoroughly (2002 ram 4×4 automatic transmission) but now it makes a sounds and I’m afraid the new starter gear isn’t disengaging the clutch. The only thing I can think of I messed up is I put a washer between the battery cable and battery cable terminal ( the one you tighten with the deep 13 mm socket) could that be the problem ?
Awesome job! Thank you my friend!
Hey Jeff
Thanks for the video. Helped me replace the starter in my 03 Hemi. I will say, at least for my truck, there was a bracket of sort hiding the bottom bolt. Once I felt around and found it, I was able to get an extension in there to get it out. Another thing to note, the red clip on the plug on the starter can be pushed from the back with a small flat head. I had to do it that way since the actual clip broke.
Again, thanks for the helpful video.