Replacing the Ram Ignition Node Module

This bulletin applies to 2013-2016 RAM 1500, 2500 and 3500 models, as well as 2013-2016 4500/5500 Cab Chassis and 2016 3500 Cab Chassis vehicles, all equipped with remote keyless entry.

This bulletin applies to 2013-2016 RAM 1500, 2500 and 3500 models, as well as 2013-2016 4500/5500 Cab Chassis and 2016 3500 Cab Chassis vehicles, all equipped with remote keyless entry.

The customer may experience a “key in ignition” waring in the instrument panel cluster when the key fob is not in the ignition switch/node module. A concern of a no-start issue when turning the key fob in the ignition switch/node module may be present.

The fix? Replace the ignition node module.

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Information for Technical Service Bulletins comes from ProDemand, Mitchell 1's auto repair information software for domestic and import vehicles. Headquartered in San Diego, Mitchell 1 has provided quality repair information solutions to the automotive industry since 1918.

Mike Mavrigian

Motor Age Editor

Mike Mavrigian has written thousands of automotive technical magazine articles involving a variety of  specialties, from engine building to wheel alignment, and has authored more than a dozen books that crisscross the automotive spectrum. Mike operates Birchwood Automotive, an Ohio shop that builds custom engines and performs vintage vehicle restorations. The shop also features a professional photo studio to document projects and to create images for articles and books.

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