08 Ram start issue's
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08 Ram start issue's
This has me puzzled I have a 08 Ram and it wont start in the Target parking lot .. First . It runs great has since new , It has power just nothing when ya turn the key It has a remote starter since new and it goes through the cycle just wont turn over . and what has me puzzled the most is that I locked it when we went in the store and it unlocked when we came out but now the key wont operate the locks or panic button .. Where or what should I look at ? why does the key not operate locks or panic buttons I changed the battery nothing Thanks for any info ya may have ...
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Sounds as if a anti theft device is preventing you from starting the truck.
Might be the skceem module, SentryKeyREmote Module.
Heres a post where someone has the similar symptoms with his 08.
https://dodgeforum.com/forum/3rd-gen...rank-over.html
Might be the skceem module, SentryKeyREmote Module.
Heres a post where someone has the similar symptoms with his 08.
https://dodgeforum.com/forum/3rd-gen...rank-over.html
Last edited by MoparPaul; Jan 15, 2012 at 11:58 AM.
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Does everything work? Just nothing when turning the key? I seem to remember the remote locks not working as well other then the first time to get me in the truck. Then I turn the key and all dash lights normally turn on as well as anything else I left on but the motor does nothing when the key is turned. Headlights, radio----all good. Just an "emptyness" when the key is turned.I have had a similar on-going issue with my 07 and it drives me nuts. However, I don't have a remote start system. The other night and yesterday it happened again.
What always works is I disconnect the negative battery terminal and wait a moment. Then reconnect it and it starts right up. kind of like the computer needs a reboot. BTW my battery terminals, connections, and everything are clean and tight and this has happened since the first year so in my case not a battery issue. Happens more when its cold out but I think that is just Murphy messing with me as it happened once on a 90 degree day as well.
What always works is I disconnect the negative battery terminal and wait a moment. Then reconnect it and it starts right up. kind of like the computer needs a reboot. BTW my battery terminals, connections, and everything are clean and tight and this has happened since the first year so in my case not a battery issue. Happens more when its cold out but I think that is just Murphy messing with me as it happened once on a 90 degree day as well.
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This has me puzzled I have a 08 Ram and it wont start in the Target parking lot .. First . It runs great has since new , It has power just nothing when ya turn the key It has a remote starter since new and it goes through the cycle just wont turn over . and what has me puzzled the most is that I locked it when we went in the store and it unlocked when we came out but now the key wont operate the locks or panic button .. Where or what should I look at ? why does the key not operate locks or panic buttons I changed the battery nothing Thanks for any info ya may have ...
Below is a TSB that may help with your issue.
NUMBER: 08-007-08 REV. A
GROUP: Electrical
DATE: July 04, 2008
SUBJECT:
No Engine Crank Or No Engine Start Due To Electronic Lockup Of The WCM / SKREEM
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves the replacement of the Wireless Control Module (WCM), and if
equipped, the replacement of the Electric Steering Column Lock (ELV). The WCM is also
referred to as the Sentry Key Remote Entry Module (SKREEM).
MODELS:
2007 - 2008 (DR/DH/D1/DC/DM) Ram Truck (1500/2500/3500/4500/5500)
2007 - 2008 (JK) Wrangler
2007 - 2008 (J1) Sebring (China)
2007 - 2008 (JS) Avenger/Sebring
2007 - 2008 (KA) Nitro
2008 (KK) Liberty/Cherokee
2007 - 2008 (MK) Compass/Patriot
2007 - 2008 (PM) Caliber
2006 - 2008 (PT) Chrysler PT Cruiser
NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles built on or before May 05, 2008 (MDH
0505XX).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The customer will experience a no engine crank AND a no engine start condition. Also, the
remote keyless entry (RKE) system will not operate. This condition may be due to an
electrostatic discharge (ESD) from the ignition key into the Wireless Control Module
(WCM), causing the WCM to electronically lockup. This condition may occur more
frequently in dry and/or cold weather conditions where a sufficient electrostatic charge is
NUMBER: 08-007-08 REV. A
GROUP: Electrical
DATE: July 04, 2008
more easily produced. This condition is corrected by the replacement of the WCM.
DIAGNOSIS:
1. With the condition present (i.e. the vehicle in the no crank / no start condition), connect
the StarSCAN® scan tool to the vehicle.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position, and power up the StarSCAN®.
3. If the WCM is electronically locked up, the StarSCAN® will display the WCM as being
“off bus”.
4. If the no crank / no start condition is present, and the WCM is “off bus”, then reset the
WCM by temporarily removing the IOD fuse (with the key out of the ignition switch),
wait for 10 seconds and then reinstall the IOD fuse.
5. With the IOD fuse reset having been performed, verify that the vehicle will now crank,
start, and run.
6. If the condition is temporarily corrected by performing the above steps, and if the part
number of the WCM is earlier than the part number of the WCM listed in the part
reference table in the Service Bulletin Parts Required Section below, then perform the
Repair Procedure.