Loud clunk on startup

[Jim42242]

For everyone hearing the loud clunk on startup, are they all on 4x4 models only, or are both 2 and 4wd having the same issue? Mines 4x4 and does it. Dealer says it’s normal because 2 other trucks in the lot do it.

 

[Billy James]

For everyone hearing the loud clunk on startup, are they all on 4x4 models only, or are both 2 and 4wd having the same issue? Mines 4x4 and does it. Dealer says it’s normal because 2 other trucks in the lot do it.

4x4 here. Mine hasn't had the clunk for a very long time....it used to do it every day. Press the brake pedal when starting and release it as soon as you press the start button and the clunk will never happen again. The clunk happens when you hold the brake in while the starter is engaged.

 

[RAMpage]

4x4 here. Mine hasn't had the clunk for a very long time....it used to do it every day. Press the brake pedal when starting and release it as soon as you press the start button and the clunk will never happen again. The clunk happens when you hold the brake in while the starter is engaged.

That’s an odd one. I just noticed this clunk myself since I noticed a front end clunk the other day. This thing clunks more than my ‘53 Chev pickup! I’ll try that brake trick next time.

 

[airgas1998]

the brake release method for me didn't work..

 

[R4M]

I had this loud clunk on my 2wd model.

 

[Kaz Man]

Ram 1500 Laramie 4x4, 4300 miles - fresh from the dealership correcting the leaking 3rd brake light....

To me it sounds like a baffle or something loose in the exhaust system. It's a horrid sound and very metal/mechanical. It happens less frequently than others have stated in some of these posts. Excited to bring it BACK to the dealership after having it back for 3 weeks.

 

[RamCares]

Ram 1500 Laramie 4x4, 4300 miles - fresh from the dealership correcting the leaking 3rd brake light....

To me it sounds like a baffle or something loose in the exhaust system. It's a horrid sound and very metal/mechanical. It happens less frequently than others have stated in some of these posts. Excited to bring it BACK to the dealership after having it back for 3 weeks.

Hi @Kaz Man - I am very sorry to hear of the trouble that has been associated with your ownership experience. Please do not hesitate to follow up with us via private message if you are in need of any additional support while working with your dealer on this. I am more than happy to escalate a case on your behalf if needed.

Mark
RamCares