Truck dies

Asked by Levi Feb 07, 2019 at 01:55 AM about the 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 SLT Quad Cab 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have 2003 Dodge Ram 5.9 I change the
battery and I tested the alternator and it
passed my truck still dies when it not starting
every day

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RamFam1925 answered 5 years ago

Hello Levi, Do you have an aftermarket sound or entertainment system? My amp used to kill my battery in certain weather conditions (2006 1500). Also, you may need to replace the clamps the attach to your battery terminals...check your ground as well

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