2019 Ram 1500 Problem: A/C Not Cold | Truck Central

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[@TruckCentral]

*How's the A/C on your truck?*

[@Hayden_gearheart]

The ac is great on my 04 200 k miles there’s 2 things that’s wrong with it if you let it sit with the ac on it gets hot but if your moving like on any road it’s ice cold and the air in my truck is not blowing as hard as it should idk if it’s a flap or something else

[@vr4787]

A/C in my Ram 1500 Classic is running nice here in the Southwest. I also just deleted the clutch fan and upgraded the electric fan so it cools the compressor fast. Any black vehicle with black interior and black leather seats is going to take longer to cool down. Also a dash mat helps reduce the heat the dash absorbs.

[@ninez5740]

I came across a video, it may have been here, to install an air cabin filter. You buy the cap/door and the filter, cut out the closed space behind the glove box and you’re done. Anyways, I did the install because I was getting all of the odors from vehicle exhaust living in a city. I do feel like I gave up some of the ability for my a/c to blow stronger, the vents seem to be a bit weaker.

[@richardglazer1061]

I have 51,000 on it and I feel it takes a bit of time to cool down but not too bad. my truck is silver so there is less heat absorption ...I wonder if the ceramic tint really would make a difference. I have thought about getting that.

[@abdulrhmanabdulla494]

@@vr4787 Thanks I live in dubai and I have a ram warlock 1500 classic .Had issue with the ac and im goona do what you did with your truck i hope it is going to get colder

[@socal33]

After watching three videos on this, I'm sold.

[@alexbalt823]

IT WORKS PERFECTLY. I just installed it on my ram 1500 limited 2020. The AC blows like never since i purchased it brand new.

[@jabojr5171]

Just put in on my 2019, works very well. Thank you so much.

[@rkalla]

The BEST video on YT for the garbage 2019 Ram AC issue.

[@Wally-pu2hh]

😂 they went to shit when they left Dodge. My older trucks never had issues for years but then again I don't drive it like an 18yo

[@carlos33193]

I did this to my 2020 RAM 1500 2 years ago and it helped a little bit. It is still not as good as my wife's car, or other cars I've been in, but it is a noticeable difference at least. I was told to open the valve every year or so to keep mold and stuff from growing in the evaporator.

[@de3481]

The AC on my 2019 Ram SUCKED! I went on a road trip from FL to AZ to FL in May and paid the price. I also had a water leak in the cab since the truck was new. The stealership and Safelite couldn't figure out where it was leaking after 3 attempts over the course of 3 years, so I got fed up and bought a new '22 Ford F150. My F150 blows so cold that my glasses fog up during the day in the middle of August in FL. Big difference!

[@knightwing4]

I’m a truck driver. They use to do that with trucks too. You might even be able to find some of the older trucks that still have that valve. They do a pretty good job. Unless there is something different in the system I don’t see that causing any problems. Good luck to you.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Thanks Charles! How long has this been a thing? First I have heard of it.

[@VinnieTheFishAZ]

This just closed the deal on the new 2022 RAM 1500 I was looking at. I'm in AZ and the last 2 times I refreshed my Jeep Grand Cherokee for a new model I was on the fence with buying a RAM 1500 but the biggest complaint from the wife and kids was the rear A/C. The Ford F-150 seemed like it had much stronger A/C especially for the rear seat passengers but I didn't like the way the F-150 was laid out or drove. With low inventory everywhere except the Jeep/RAM dealers I wanted the new 2022 RAM 1500 but the wife said no. I showed her this and she signed off on the deal. Thank you for posting this really helpful.

[@TheOfficialMcWaka]

Did it help? Wife and kids saying the same thing

[@astate123]

2019 1500 limited did this thanks Brethren Very Satisfied!!!

[@jimlove3795]

Mr. Wheeler, as always,good to see you sir. Great video. Of course it doesn’t get as hot here in Pittsburgh compared to what you have to deal with on a daily basis,but it’s good to know there’s something out there to deal with Rams ac units not getting cold enough. Also watched your other video on test driving a Ford 150 Lightning. For your everyday use , it was probably not the truck for you right now. Doubt it will be in my lifetime, but EVs are coming. But our nations infrastructure, in my opinion is decades from being able to handle that type of load nation wide. As always,great to see you, take care my friend.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Thanks Jim! I actually had the high mileage Ram in Pittsburgh not long ago and it still was a little too hot for my liking (before the ball valve mod). But it is a beautiful area and much more pleasant temperature wise than Oklahoma or Texas.

[@icuh8n233]

I live in Vegas and have a 2020 Ram 1500 Laramie. My number 1 complaint has been the A/C. I know exactly what you’re talking about. What makes it worse is that mine has the Etorque system so it has auto stop/start. When I stop the engine turns off even if the A/C is on! And it starts blowing hot air. IN the Vegas summer!! So I obviously turn off the auto stop/start function to avoid that. But the A/C still sucks. I have ceramic limo tint and that barely helped. I’ll tell the dealership next time I get my oil changed! Hope you have fun in Vegas! I’ll look for your truck in the streets lol

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Thanks buddy! We did have fun in Vegas as usual. The AC hack helped make the heat a little more tolerable.

[@calebherring5182]

I have a have had a 2018 ram 1500 and I now have a 2020 ram 1500. I will say my 18 ac worked way better than my 20. I felt my ac was subpar even for what people have had so I took it in since it was still under warranty. Turned out my blower motor had a short in it and my compressor was leaking. It works significantly better. Oh I should add I live in Texas and it’s been over 100 degrees multiple days and I have a navy blue truck so it just bakes. I did consider doing the TSB since it was still under warranty but after hours of research and scrolling through discussion post most the people that have had it done say there no significant difference. So I didn’t feel like having my dash taken apart for something that may not help. I don’t idle as much as you do so when I use my thermometer when driving my vents get between 45-48degrees coming out on max ac. Which I can’t complain I guess. When at idle it does increase about 10 degrees but I have never seen it go to 80 like you have. I will add my parents neighbor is a mechanic for a ram dealership and I was talking to him about it. He said that the new trucks have the new freedon in them. And according to him it’s less efficient than the old which is why it loses performance at idle.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Thanks for the info Caleb. Glad to hear that your AC in the 2020 was better without the TSB repair.

[@milkdudd6758]

I have a 2019 ram and ac works pretty good now. I ceramic tint the windshield. It makes a lot if difference

[@MarcoDacosta-lu5qp]

Excellent video !! Thank you so much you save me lot of money

[@abutler0311]

I use a covercraft windshield sunshade, have front windows tint matched to rears and I change my cabin air filter every oil change. I don't have any issues with air conditioning on my unit. I'm sure the methods I've applied help with that

[@agoodneighborautorepair2176]

Very nice information and explanation

[@stephenjones2873]

Like this series. I have a 2017 Ram 1500 Limited with 120,000 miles. Wondering how much longer mine will last.

[@gtrance3567]

Great video. What years were affected? Thank you

[@maxibuilt]

I put this valve on my 2020 5th gen 1500 a few weeks ago. Hasn’t been extremely hot here yet. But I do keep the valve slightly cracked open so there is still a little bit of flow into the heater core. Wonder if keeping it completely closed would have any long term effects on the heater core

[@crabsuegen902]

Great video

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Thanks, Crabs!

[@tcobbish]

Just bought this thing. Hope I can get the same results

[@johntaylor6269]

I have a 2019 Ram Laramie Longhorn and live in Phoenix. The AC is sub par at best. The badge on the center console lid has branded my arm more than once during the summer. (Brilliant to slap a big piece of solid metal on the console). The truck takes forever to cool down. I have also had a heater core go bad and the dealer tried to get the evaporator replaced since they know that they are a issue. They also know I have the unlimited year unlimited mile MOPAR warranty and I am going to run this truck until the value of the truck falls below the warranty repair value. Milne had 127k now.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

I've also been branded by the center console. I bet that metal gets close to 150 F.

[@rkalla]

I have ALWAYS wondered how that middle badge would be in Phoenix (I'm here as well) - what an idiot move by FCA. Appreciate the insight.

[@juliomontesdeoca3871]

Good afternoon, I was trying to find the eng out hose on my 2019 big horn , v6 3.6l I couldn’t find it any idea were can it be ? Thank you

[@vinniecorleone62]

Thank you Justin for bringing this issue to our attention. Is this the same issue with the 2021 & up model Ram's? It gets 104 through 109 degrees here in the Boise Idaho high desert & getting into my Ram after a long work day as it sat in the sun all day with my sun-shade it's very hot, I autostart it & let it run for 10 minutes daily before I leave work to cool the rig down.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Hey Vinnie. I believe that only trucks built before July 30, 2020 are susceptible to this specific issue.

[@vinniecorleone62]

@@MrJustinWheelerThanks so much & I'm happy you found a affordable & timely solution to your Ram Limited my friend!

[@renecastellanos9155]

Have you thought of getting like 70% ceramic windshield tint? Quality Ceramic tint blocks a good amount of UV rays.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

I put a UV blocking tint on the sunroof, and it did help. It would probably be beneficial to do the entire truck, you're right.

[@DYKENSFAM]

Ceramic the front windshield with a almost clear tint and it will help a lot plus ceramic tint all around

[@jc7654]

on my 2019 Laramie ds i like to clean my cabin filter every 5-6000km and you would be surprised at how much stuff gets in it. you can get different types of filters for them some are more restricting then others because they have more cleaning ability so have a look at what best suits you, definitely don't run without one as you will clog up your cooler core. it's behind the glove box and has arrows showing up for the direction of air flow.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Good suggestion. I need to look into that. Thanks.

[@jc7654]

@@MrJustinWheeler How'd you go with the filter

[@billhenriquez2873]

It does work for our 5th gens but if its humid in the summer and turn on the AC first thing in the morning the windshield will fog and will be hard to defrost Just have to jiggle with it

[@juliomontesdeoca3871]

Any idea were is it located on a ram 2019 big horn v6? A lot of hose and really couldn’t find it thank you

[@xLittleVinnie]

Called my local dealer in Clovis, CA (very hot here in the summer) who said they were not aware of any TSB's for my 2020 Ram 1500 related to A/C. They said it would be a $225 diagnostic fee just to look at my truck and tell me if there's anything wrong with it and if there was, what would be covered under warranty. Ridiculous. I went ahead and purchased the Amazon valve kit

[@kolesiikahihifo5441]

How did it work

[@Atlec-j9y]

Well the TSB is right here - static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2020/MC-10184775-9999.pdf It's fair that they don't know about every TSB out there

[@michaelpharris7635]

Anyone have some guidance for someone trying to install this valve on the 6.4L Hemi (2019). I'm having trouble identifying the correct hose on this engine.

[@angeliataylor4012]

I also have the same problem and want to fix it, where do I order this part

[@Parody-bx6pc]

Do you think the 2022 jeep wagoneer has the same ac fault? Its the same engine

[@menardgedaria4986]

Hello sir. Just wanted to share my experience with my 2022 ram 1500 Laramie. Ac is ok i guess but it leaves me wanting more cold air. My grandpa has a 2015 ram bighorn and it seems like his AC performs better than my 2022. Im used to smaller vehicles where #1 power on AC usually lets you get comfy during Cali summer, but my RAM i have to go 6-8 to get comfy thats after running it at that setting for a while.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Yep. The AC on these 5th gens is not nearly as good as it was on the 4th gens.

[@tru3sk1ll]

Will this work on a 2016 Ram 1500?? 4th gen?

[@douglasskidmore4855]

Hello, I have a strange issues.... a/c works good on my 2019 big horn v6 but when I start the engine automatically after about 60 secs or less my cool goes straight to high speed. Now when I hit the air circulation button on full speed and coolest temperature then the fan will idol down. Also will idol down in auto with the circulation button. Without the circulation but on the fan will still run on high.

[@alexgrech4420]

,Did you have to bleed the air out of the system, well today I did it and so far so good AC runs 10° cooler and I still bleas the air out

[@Andrew-us2fk]

Anyone know if the 21 eco diesel hose is in the same spot?

[@chrisgroff4475]

So I just paid a mechanic to do this while on my oil change appointment. They hooked it up to the 'in' line vs the 'out' line. Funny thing is it still worked awesomely. My truck is not overheating at all. Do i need to have them put it on the out line instead still?

[@RoryJones-ks2ib]

Did you leave it?

[@richiegarza8642]

Will this part work for a 2012 ram 1500? I’m having the same issue. The part on Amazon says it fits newer models not older.

[@johnhannon1321]

I have a 2012 also. In the Amazon heading it says 2019 and up, but if you read the first line in the "about" section it says it fits 1981 and up. I got the part delivered yesterday and I am going to try it as soon as i get a chance. My AC is so bad that I literally have nothing to lose.

[@midblumetal4476]

All you have to do is go to Harbor Freight buy a clamp that pinches off outer heater hose. I went from 60 degrees to 45 degrees. Supposedly I need a fresh air damper. 2020 Ram 5.7

[@TruckCentral]

You could also rip the heater core out entirely. Winter might be interesting though. Wear two coats.

[@tru3sk1ll]

This part is nice because it has a valve, so it's kind of the same thing except in the spring you can partially open it for a tiny bit of heat

[@JustSomeGuy641]

4th gens should be pretty similar? Think I might do this.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

As far as I know, the 4th gens dont have the same issues the new 4th gens have. I have driven three 4th gen rams into high mileage territory and those AC's all worked great. You may have a different issue.

[@ginocapone7783]

Hey do you know if the ram 2022 has been fixed with this problem.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

The TSB claims that the only trucks that need this done are ones built before July 2021. But I've heard others say that there 2022 AC isn't good from the factory either.

[@MgoBlue24]

Any effects on the engine coolant temp with the valve closed?

[@Dtrain1949]

Good question as the heater core provides additional engine cooling. If it does overheat due to a stuck closed thermostat... better open that valve quick!

[@moonwalker8172]

I’ve had 2 5th gens and 1 4th gen Ram. Both 5 th gens had a weaker cooling capacity. My current 5th gen is considerably better than my first one. Ceramic tint helps a lot.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Is your current 5th gen a 21 or 22 model by chance?

[@moonwalker8172]

@@MrJustinWheeler It’s a 2020.

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

Now that's a dusty dodge😁 have u changed your cabin filter as well lately Justin..

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Mannnnn.... I havent changed my cabin filter EVER. Don't judge me. (;

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

@@MrJustinWheeler 🤣😁

[@lovetractorsmark9724]

How many miles do you have on the truck now Justin?

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Hey Mark! I'll be at that 200k mark soon.

[@lovetractorsmark9724]

I thought you would be around that by now. I bought a 2019 black Longhorn loaded and sold it back to the dealer when they offered me my money back on it 2 years later with 20K miles on it. I am a Ford guy but the Rams are great trucks!! I am staying tuned in for your next report!! Thank you!!

[@MrJustinWheeler]

@@lovetractorsmark9724 cool to hear. Ford makes awesome trucks too, obviously. What are you driving now?

[@lovetractorsmark9724]

I had enough equity in my Ram that I bought a very nice 2010 Ford F150 Platinum and paid cash for it. No payments are great!! LOL

[@waltmszyco2225]

Can I get a follow up? Has anybody done this to their 2019 and up ram and how has it been? When you hook the hose up is there anything in it liquid or air? Do you have to refill anything or is it just literally popped the shut off valve on. ?

[@MgOrt231]

Did you figure this out? Thinking of doing the valve to my 19, its driving me insane how hot it gets

[@luisgarcia4875]

Did any one get it done? I'm doing it now.

[@joeellis2599]

I have a 19 laramie and i swear the ac doesnt blow hard enough. Oklahoma summers sucks wonder if this would make a difference

[@osvaldomoraleos2279]

You need to clean/replace evaporator

[@joeellis2599]

I guess I may try that

[@TroyC-jj3cb]

Is someone able to confirm whether this setup would be a benefit for a 2023 1500 Limited? Reading here it seems only 21 and older? Cheers!

[@TroyC-jj3cb]

@truckcentral ?

[@jc7654]

have you cleaned or replaced the cabin filter behind the glove box

[@MrJustinWheeler]

I have not actually. I need to check that.

[@wadeslayback9338]

My 2020 Rebel has great ac but all of the windows and the sunroof are dark tinted.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

That will def help. Are you in the north?

[@wadeslayback9338]

Nope live in northern Alabama. Gets hot and humid. But i can say I definitely felt a difference between my truck and another on the sunroof in particular. Might want to look into at least tinting it. That huge glass roof is basically a magnifying glass.

[@andrewshatlaw3290]

Your max ac button was not turned on, why?

[@MrJustinWheeler]

I've actually ran the same test with Max AC and without Max AC. Just didnt include in the video. The truck doesn't get any colder on Max AC, it just diverts all blower power to the dash vents. I prefer to not use Max AC bc I like the foot vents with my thick leather work boots.

[@moonwalker8172]

The max ac button does 3 things. Channels all air to front vents, recirculates cabin air, and sets fan on high speed. You get the same effect for cooling power if you turn on recirculate and turn up the fan.

[@user-sm8jl6so8o]

I have a 2013 Longhorn that the air is awful.

[@-ouv]

My 2012 was so dang cold. My 2019, it's blahhh

[@Julian-do7bv]

My Chrysler 300 will literally freeze you out of the car on Max AC it almost snows in there no matter what the outside temp is

[@hexdookhay3369]

Mines is blowing hot air on the left side when the ac is on . Will this fix it ?

[@rogerwilco71]

Think your climate control is not in "Sync" which is in the climate section in the infotainment center....mine changes every once and a while and that happens

[@hexdookhay3369]

@@rogerwilco71 how do I fix that ?

[@rogerwilco71]

@@hexdookhay3369 just go to your uconnect stereo and select "climate"...when it opens look for a "sync" and select it and it will make both sides the same (it's an option for separate climates in the cabin). If that doesn't fix or you don't have that option it, it's something else. Good luck

[@Bore_Punch]

I’ve had 3 rams and all 3 had an inadequate ac system.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Were they all 5th gens?

[@Bore_Punch]

@@MrJustinWheeler 4th gens. The last one I had was a 2014. It would get cool but I thought the blower motor on it and the other 2 was weak compared to other brands I’ve owned.

[@jlmckenna10]

Does installing this void warranty?

[@TruckCentral]

Who knows? If you have a warranty, you should probably get the dealer to take your dashboard apart and fix it properly!

[@jlmckenna10]

True, thanks for awesome video !! ​@TruckCentral

[@markio2010]

My 2019 Ram AC is barely acceptable..any Chevy I have ever owned had waaay stronger AC.

[@cortezisrael1023]

My compresor get no power

[@investmentsco9891]

i think its because of the r1234yf it is so bad and very expensive

[@velam17]

Typical Ram quality. Only a 3 yr old truck and already having ac problems. Smh

[@robertavendano3532]

He didn’t have max ac on 🤷‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@TruckCentral]

Tested both ways, used the better video clip

[@masterchef2408]

Like #12

[@MrJustinWheeler]

12 is good. Lets bump it to #5 on the next video.

[@masterchef2408]

@@MrJustinWheeler well, if you wanna know the truth, I was watching your other videos didn’t get the notification 🍻🍻

[@MrJustinWheeler]

@@masterchef2408 aye, can’t complain about that! Thanks for watching sir!

[@fishbike2356]

My daily driven 2008 Nissan with 280,000 Wisconsin miles blows at around 44F and I have done a total of 0 maintenance on it(never recharged it once). What the ef is wrong with RAM, and to think i wanted to buy this over priced piece of metal.

[@roberthoudek7105]

My 2020 2500 trash 😢

[@Wally-pu2hh]

Hoe do they figure trucks are worth 60,000 80,000 90,000 dollars ? A truck is a work horse . Carry , pull , drive through anything. A tank . I miss the good old days

[@Sally-nd5pc]

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[@tomstarcevich1147]

I've got a 2021ram1500 classic the ac seems cool to me but I live near Chicago I need my heat more and that works awesome 👌 🛻

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Im jealous!