2003 Dodge ram 1500 4.7l magnum maintenance and some minor problems to look for

[@dandrada1]

Found this gem of information for maintaining my 2004 4.7L. Thank you!

[@stevenpleytez5067]

Ive had mine for about 148,000 miles. Now has 288,000 miles. Manual. Rebuilt diff, replaced clutch, water pump and radiator 3 times. Toughest job was replacing heater core. Engine is running real good tho, just getting blue smoke. Def easy to work on. Doing about 12 mpg average. Good work truck.

[@babblingwizdom]

Damn three radiators I just slapped one in mine a few months ago I hope I don't have to do it again for a while lol i get about 12.5 to 13.5 on average yeah not bad trucks as long as you maintenance them thanks for sharing

[@stevenpleytez5067]

Heard these engines build a lot of pressure, specially if kept at idle for too long. Auto part store suggested a pressure release cap for radiator

[@ElSlickVic]

@@babblingwizdom I went through 2 radiator in 1 year. Thank god for warranty. Runs good now. 129k. Was losing oil pressure. Replace oil sending unit with oem. Not after market. I changed the whole timing chain and oil pump. Still had issues. Went back to oem sensor and boom. We’re good

[@chevydmax237]

It need valve guide seals and it won't burn a drop

[@chinito20fam]

pops has same yr but its a 5.7 v8. has crazy tires on. pretty dang on heavy. out of 15+ yrs its still holding on good. just now a big oil leak which we are waiting on to replace it and keep it running more urs to come. amd get it lifted dents out repaint it add starlights. and go led front and back. want to keep the truck alive since my dad is handing it down. like to do alot to it whike he is stikk here. learned to drive with it and learned how to reverse. good times. now i owe a 2020 expedition amd a hyundai elantra 2016. still great memories ddomt want to let it go. newer trucks are bs. like the sound older trucks make.

[@DoomwoodUSA]

son.. of a .. every damn problem ive been having is on this list HAHA.... 2002 Ram 1500 4.7. Traded a rifle for it. It had 290,000 miles on it. Sat for two years with a busted front passenger wheel bearing. Old farmer wanted it off his property. I drove it home with no front brakes and 7 cylinders firing. Gave it a tuneup the next day and it ran great. So far ive straight piped it, jacked it up 3 inches (2wd) but I haul wood so 3 inches for clearance and switched all the shocks with 2500 shocks. Kept getting P0300 codes. Replaced TPS, AIC, Cam/crank sensors, MAP sensors. Seafoamed the piss out of it. Negative battery cable was corroded so replaced it. Now i need to replace the battery. Those crankshaft vent hoses were both disconnected and im surprised it ran at all. Of course, i found that out after replacing all the sensors. This video is DEAD ON. These 3rd gens are a pain in the ass but man i love this truck...

[@vr4787]

I have almost 93,000 miles on my 06' Dakota with the 4.7 with regular maintenance. It's a great motor, it just wasn't enough engine for the Ram 1500 until it was upgraded in 2008 and had some lash adjuster and oil sludge issues that were worked out by 2005.

[@RoadComissioner]

Hi. I have 2003 ram 4.7. Its 354,000 miles. Running strong. The only issue that i have is to pass the smog chech. Showing o2 sensors. Ican replacesthem. Its got a little bit blue smoke. Not sure if it will pass after i change the sensors. But i love the truck runs strong .

[@babblingwizdom]

Would not hurt to slap a new sensor in it and maybe do a pre test to see if she'll pass best of luck to you that's awesome that you've gotten that many miles out of your truck hope mine will get me that far thanks for sharing

[@chevydmax237]

You need valve guide seals

[@rutledgerobert5816]

Man bro thank you so much for this video I found it by chance and you covered everything and question I had on this truck I have same one and I've looked up and researched so much on how to fix exact problems you have mentioned and things I don't have to worry about for instance when I first start it in morning how it hisatates or studdards unless I let it warm up a little thanks again

[@babblingwizdom]

You're welcome glad I could help thanks for watching let me know if you have any questions

[@scottmullen9989]

2002 blown head gasket at 260,000 nobody wants to touch it. 6500 for motor lol don't think so. Blue devil twice, 272,000 today. Drilled holes put in screw in reservoir to release exhaust gas runs great, engine light on misfire but runs great ,change cool packs added plugs 10,000 miles ago . Still runs . 1800 bucks for 360 with 40,000 miles installed in old truck. Driving 02 till it dies no trade in value lol. Slap it with a band aid drive the wheels off

[@joseirizarry8256]

Thanks great video & walk through, take care blessings..

[@forceddisclosure818]

Dope video brother. I just got one from my neighbor.

[@MonroeMafia]

Got 03 durango 4.7 I agree with everything you said bro they are good engines if you maintain them.

[@_.incredible_magnum._291]

I'm getting ready to buy my first car. Is the 03 Durango a good choice?

[@MonroeMafia]

blackmatterman 77 yeah i would say so as long as it's in good shape and runs and shifts good.

[@_.incredible_magnum._291]

@@MonroeMafia what about the second gen? Are they good trucks??

[@MonroeMafia]

blackmatterman 77 im not a fan of the second gen they are problematic and not as reliable and the first gen because they had a lot of electronic problems. the first gen durango is more simple and easier to work on. still the second gen isn't that bad i have a friend that has one with a 4.7 and it has over 250k miles on it and it still runs.

[@_.incredible_magnum._291]

@@MonroeMafia I've just been having trouble finding a affordable 1st gen. Either the price is to high for the high millage or it doesn't work😂 so I've started looking at the 2nd gen because I just want a truck/suv

[@damiangallopadrondecastill1654]

got a 2004 4.7 v8 ram 1500 burning oil any tips on how to fix it, has only 155 860 miles.

[@babblingwizdom]

How much oil are you burning? I'll go through about a quart between changes and I'm at 190k. If I use the wrong type of oil I'll burn more if I use what's recommended I go through about a quart seems to be pretty normal for these engines for some reason. If you're doing a lot of short trips stop and go these engines can build up sludge especially if it doesn't get to operating temperature regularly

[@vracerv]

Just bought one v6. Getting a code. Will check those hoses. Thanks

[@babblingwizdom]

You probably know this but if you turn the key to the on position three times and then leave it in the on position without starting. You should get the code pop up where your odometer reading is. Then you can look up online. Best of luck to you if you got any questions, I'd be happy to help you out if I can.

[@ohthatisfunny]

Considering buy one of these trucks. Great video, very informative.

[@babblingwizdom]

They are not a bad light to medium duty truck and they're pretty affordable if you get the 4.7 liter just make sure you change the oil regularly they are prone to build up sludge they are not like the newer cars where you can run them five or ten thousand miles between oil changes!!

[@sonicbm]

I got an 03 4 door rear wheel drive, if your looking for a more powerful truck they got them out there but this is a great, real reliable truck. One thing idt i heard him mention was the torque converter and the solenoid pack are also common problems. ill be getting done soon but i got 230k miles on mine and it still runs great

[@anthonydillow8024]

Thanks Just picked one up today

[@JuanCarlos-wh8eq]

Thank you I'm looking to buy 1

[@markmartin3152]

You know your truck, that’s great to see. I’ve got one just like it, I have 238,000 miles and runs strong. I have maintenance items scheduled in near future when I have time and $. Was going to ask you, I’ve been through 3 radiator caps and I have problems with overpressure release at the little hose at the cap. I have installed a catch container so coolant doesn’t get all over my engine. I’m fixing to buy a deep neck cap in hopes that will fix it. It’s been pressure checked no blown head gasket or anything like that. Doesn’t use oil, no oil in coolant, no coolant in oil, just a nagging little issue. Either the plastic basin or the cap that goes on it. Have you dealt with this? Thanks, great video. 👍

[@babblingwizdom]

No, I have never had that problem but I have heard about people having that problem especially if they let the engine idle a lot not sure what causes it. I was told could be a radiator issue maybe swapping out the old one with a new one would help but I'm not a hundred percent sure. Wish I had more for you hope you can get that resolved.

[@markmartin3152]

@@babblingwizdom thanks for your reply. I replaced whole coolant system recently. I've got a deep neck 16 lb. radiator cap ordered hoping that's it.

[@MiguelRamirez-ld7sy]

Any idea where the evac hose connects to inside the engine?

[@babblingwizdom]

Evac or evap? You should be able to pull up a diagram for the vacuum lines on Google fairly easily I'm not exactly sure which one you're referring to sorry.

[@jhermie18]

Did you ever drop the oil pan to inspect the pick up tube? mine only has 133,000 miles and i am now getting low oil pressure. I have been told that these engines do build up quite a bit of gunk over time. Especially condensation.

[@babblingwizdom]

No I'm at about a hundred and seventy now and haven't had any problems, run some rislone oil treatment through it if you think it may be gunked up and change the oil every 3000 to 3500. Good luck with that could be oil pump hopefully it'll work itself out.

[@jhermie18]

babblingwizdom thank you, and I’m hoping it is not the pump.

[@realazzgangsta115]

Did you ever find out what problem was

[@jhermie18]

@@realazzgangsta115 It was an failed oil pump that led to spun bearings. Have to get a new engine, I won’t consider a cheaper used one.

[@joseluismartinez5831]

Where can I find the original air intake carburetor box that has the Magum logo

[@babblingwizdom]

I would try a Pick and Pull junkyard if you can't get it directly from the manufacturer

[@eugeniamartinez282]

I have a Dodge Ram 2007 and I was in the car wash and once I was about to drive off it mad a weird loud nose and turned off, so once I turn it back on the truck sounded completely different like struggling almost. And kept turning off but I was able to move it to my house since it was close by but it was super Shakey. With the transmission blinking, it has about 182,000 miles

[@babblingwizdom]

Definitely got something wet that should not have gotten wet should be fine once it dries out

[@bakublood402]

Got a 07 4.7 w 131k on her bought it at 113k and have abused the piss out of it ever since. Lasy week i was racing my buddies 5.4 ford pinned in 4th gear doing 110 next thing i know radiator is cracked. Still runs strong after some good old jb weld😂.

[@jamiegarcia5767]

Hey, how you doing, I have a question. I have the same exact truck, just bought it used. It was missing the Oil dipstick pole and dipstick. The guy put in the oil dipstick pole and dip stick. The problem is looking at your video it shows the oil dipstick pole on the left of the motor. On my truck it's coming from the back of the motor where the firewall is. Any ideas on what's going on ?

[@babblingwizdom]

The transmission dipstick is usually closer to the firewall I'm not sure why the oil dipstick would be located there that's strange if it's an 03 with a 4.7 L the oil stick should be in the same place mine is as far as I know

[@jamiegarcia5767]

@@babblingwizdom I think it's the wrong pipe (oil) I should have checked. But I think your idea is best. I was going to change oil anyway. Thanks for your help Sir.

[@babblingwizdom]

@@jamiegarcia5767 4.7 L should hold 6 quarts of oil so just make sure you put the right amount in and then check the dipstick see what it reads. 😉👍🏻

[@jamiegarcia5767]

@@babblingwizdom thank you for your help.If it's ok, If I can contact you if I have any future problems. By the way what state you live in ? I'm from Fresno CA.

[@babblingwizdom]

@@jamiegarcia5767 nor cal! Sure hit me up if you got questions!

[@redmustang1995]

Very reliable trucks

[@fwtxjuanito6315]

what are the hoses called that crack

[@babblingwizdom]

@@fwtxjuanito6315 I think they're crankcase vent hoses or PVC hoses

[@ramseytruthbros7777]

I have a 4.7 magnum in a 2004 Dodge Durango have you ever had any problems with your O2 sensor it’s causing my motor to run like crap but I love the truck and I want to fix it

[@babblingwizdom]

Haven't had that problem have you tried slapping a new one on see if that fixes it I know if they get water on them sometimes they can throw a code not a bad idea to hit them with some WD-40 down where it connects to your exhaust

[@kalyman1974]

Whats the fuel tank size in this 2003 1500 4.7 ?

[@babblingwizdom]

Mine I believe is 19 but some come with 26 or more

[@franksaccente]

Mines got 218

[@douglasgrosch228]

dont go short trips--need to get hot enough pcv valve

[@claymuir2636]

🍋

[@babblingwizdom]

Lmao after 17 years on the road and still running id say its not a lemon! 😉👍🏻

[@leonardopacheco5954]

Good vid I’ve had mines since 2005its a 2004 not sure if the check engine light works never came on lol