How To Reset the Check Engine Light on a RAM 1500

Having your RAM check engine light on does not have to be a stressful experience for Whitewater drivers! Wondering how to reset a check engine light on a RAM 1500? Read our Drive Burtness guide and follow these three easy steps to get you back on Orfordville roads in no time!

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable and turn off your RAM battery.
2. Wait 20 minutes to reset your RAM 1500 check engine light. 
3. Reconnect the negative battery cable. 

Is your check engine light still running on your RAM 1500? Come visit our service center here at Drive Burtness and we can take a look while answering any questions you may have. We can also inspect your truck, provide tips, review your engine, and so much more! Check out our quick guide, or contact us today for all your RAM 1500 needs.

RAM 1500 Check Engine Light Tips 

It’s completely understandable to feel panicked to see the check engine light come up on your Whitewater drives, but there are some common diagnoses and culprits to a lit engine light. Here are a few tips if you are having trouble resetting your engine light:

• Check Your Gas Cap: Sometimes, all that is required is to screw on your gas tank cap a little tighter. It’s a common occurrence that happens to the best of us!
• Dated Computers: You can reset your RAM 1500 via a vehicle computer reset. On older trucks, you may need to drive 50 miles an hour for several minutes to reset the engine light. 
• Additional Systems: Because you are resetting your RAM computer at the same time as your check engine light, you’ll likely end up resetting your other electronic systems as well including the security system. This may require additional customization.

Reset Your Check Engine Light at Drive Burtness!

Still have questions on how to reset your RAM 1500 check engine light? Fortunately for you, our friendly service team is here to help! Schedule service online, or check out our additional service tips to learn more about how to maintain your vehicle from home. We look forward to getting you on the road worry-free!