Ram Truck 8 speed transmission park override
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Great information! All Ram owners should watch!
Wicked procedure.
Amazed that they actually fitted it.
Cool.
Thanks for watching Andy!
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It's videos like this that help out tow guys... It's impossible to know everything about every car... But that was a good one.
Glad I could help out. I bet every brand has a different method or different location. Thanks for commenting and make sure to subscribe.
Wow. Very clear explanation and awesome camera work. Most "how-to" videos are some guy trying to hold the camera with his mouth and talk at the same time and his hands will cover everything he is trying to do. This was great!
One of the clearest, most understandable videos I’ve ever seen. Great host and super handy info. Thanks!
Many thanks! I appreciate the kind words. Its humbling to read the feedback on the videos. Make sure to subscribe.
@@MotorCityMechanic What would make this feature not work properly? I have a '17 Ram 1500 ecodiesel parked on a slight incline that I can not start or get to roll freely.
Pulled up to an intersection in my F550 and one of these trucks pulling a trailer lost its transmission. I pulled up in front of them while I was getting chains hooked up, they found this video to get it out of park. Dragged them into a parking lot and made sure they had things figured out on what to do. I'm sure that they were thankful for your video.
Good video. Bad design.
Been considering buying a new Ram 3500 with the gas motor and the 8 speed transmission. That rotary knob shifter just seems really happy to me. It couldn't have been any more happy if they had anodized it pink, and put a rainbow logo on it.
Its one of those things that people "love or hate". Seems everyone has a opinion on that one thing about these trucks lol. Over time I get use to it expect for that rare moment when I think I am changing the radio channel with the shifter knob.
Wow, just got my first RAM. I had no idea about this. Thanks so much!
Your welcome and glad I could share a bit of knowledge .
Hello, I to was a Chrysler Corporation mechanic for over 30 years. I love watching your videos. You're very professional, clear on your instructions, a pleasure to watch. I must say thou I'm happy to be retired and not have to earn a living turning tools for a paycheck anymore. I do miss not rebuilding transmissions anymore, something I really enjoyed. Keep up the good work and have a good day.
Dude's hand movements are on point!!!
I never knew my truck had a mechanical override set up ? Thanks..
Many people dont know. Always glad to share what I know. Thanks for watching the vid.
Thanks for the update I didn't know this🤔
Read your owners manual. Front to back... twice
@@ShainAndrews don’t tell me what to do
Thanks for the info, I happen to own a Ram with the 8 speed rotary shifter. Very clear concise step by step video. The mention about the transmission failure problem is Just the reason I was looking and found your Video. I thank you for the mention on the slide button lock. REALLY Great job. One of the BEST fix it videos I have ever come across. So good that You are the first tip I have given on UA-cam. Thanks very much and keep up the GREAT WORK!
I havnt had any issues with Ram Rebel yet, but this is a super handy piece of information to have, thanks!
Hopefully you never do. Thanks for watching and for the comment Derek!
I've had issues w my 21 'shutting off' in a carwash. I stay in the truck, with seatbelt buckled, and that auto start disabled. It is still iffy leaving the wash, trying to place it in neutral and drive out. How I ended up on this video...looking for a solution to this issue.
I just bought a beautiful blue 2016 ram truck with the exact knob that he showed it’s kind of cool. All these videos are very interesting because one never knows how to get it out of park this is awesome and so far I love our truck.
Thanks for the info, I happen to own a Ram with the 8 speed rotary shifter. Very clear consise step by step video. The attention to safety was noted. Great job.
Thank you!! Just bought a 2014 Ram 1500 with the 8 speed/knob shifter. I always change my oil on ramps, then push the vehicle down in neutral to level, to fill it so I don't get a bogus reading. I thought I was going to have to start jacking it up, but this video gave me the answer. Great tip/secret hack. My truck doesn't have the owner's manual with it, so I would've never known about that.
Already knew the info, but wanted to see how well it was conveyed and displayed. Very well done my friend. You were very articulate and straight to the point. Appreciate a good "how to" video. Keep up the great work man.
Yes I like the video. Thank you. I have a 14 Ram truck and often thot about just that. If the battery dies, then what? The truck is jammed up in Park. I've heard similar comments from others regarding this issue too. At least Chrysler knew this shortcoming and did build in a remedy. My dealer sure never told me about it.
Thank you very much for this video. I recently bought my very first truck. It's a 2016 Ram Outdoorsman. I never would have thought about a mechanical override for park until it was too late.
Thanks for finding the channel and enjoy that truck! Make sure to subscribe if you havent already
@@MotorCityMechanic I certainly did. Thanks! 😎
@@l.patrick2171 Your welcome.
Very good explanation of releasing the park mechanism.
I own a 2014 Ram and never had this crossed my mind. Thanks for the information. 🇨🇦
Your very much welcome. Thanks for watching!
2014 Ram 1500 refused to crank after running out of adblue. Refilled adblue and still the same. please help sir!!!!
Very useful info, especially if you are in the towing business. If you was to watch this video without the sound you would think it was a glove commercial.lol
Wow! Just purchased a 2018 Ram. Perfectly explained and now I know. Knowledge is power. Thank you sir for your help. 👍
Your welcome. Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment. Make sure to subscribe
I got my ram today 8 speed . thanks for the important tip 👍🇨🇦
Why in the world would anyone give a dislike to someone providing info that could be so helpful?
I ask myself the same question lol
Haters gonna Hate !!!
Probably Chevy guys...
They were probably tow truck drivers that will not have to be called to move a stranded Ram
@@MotorCityMechanic because of electronic parking brakes
Thanks!
Clear and easy to follow. I didn't know this existed, but considering we live on the road, this is invaluable! Thanks!
2015 ram 1500 thanks for the info and very well explained !
Many thanking for checking the video out
You do a really good job explaining what it is your trying to Teach. Good stuff!
thank you for doing that we appreciate that kindness of you, God Blessed you.
I've owned my Ram for 3 years now and never knew that. Great info and much thanks.
Your welcome!
Excellent information… precisely presented… well done!
I appreciate you taking the time to share your knowledge. Great video with good details an no nonsense. I will return to learn more.
That was the most spaceship-like override I've ever seen in a piece of consumer equipment
Dude you're a badass no one had done this video before thanks
Much appreciated! Its hard to believe no one else has yet.....or at least before I did it. Thanks for commenting and make sure to subscribe Luis
Thanks Your Videos are always real helpful, we have about 6 Rams now
frank hager your welcome and many thanks to you as well for watching. Don’t forget to subscribe if you haven’t already.
I dont even have a ram but I learned something new today
Glad I could spread a bit of knowledge on you lol. Thanks for watching
Go buy is a nice truck!!!
Greqat video. One that you can actually understand what the maker is saying and understand what he is doing. Nice work.
I’ve owned a 2015 for 3 years now and I’ve always wondered how to do this! Sweet vid
Many thanks!
outstanding video! To many trucks get stuck off road with an out of commission transmission. Well done
Thanks Michael! I appreciate the great feedback. Dont forget to subscribe.
Very nice , clear and concise video
Cool feedback! Many thanks!
Very good to know. Better to learn it now as keep it in the memory bank for later!
South Main Auto Repair Thanks Eric for checking it out. Big fan of your channel.....cool to hear from you. 👍
MotorCity Mechanic but what's the fix?
Great vid! No bs and straight to the point, oh yea...and no pointless annoying background music drowning you out. Thanks and two thumbs up
Alot of my early videos where that way in the beginning. Glad that I evolved in my filming over the years. Thanks for the kind words and for watching. Make sure to subscribe
Great video. All the info was very well explained. I own a Ram with the eight speed and I knew nothing of this. Thank you!
Hopefully you will never need to use it. Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment. Make sure to subscribe and click that bell icon.
just got a Ram 1500 and i'm looking for tips and tricks and this is one of the best videos i have came across so far. Great job! Thanks...
Wish I would have found this out yesterday. Would have saved me a dent in my door and a lot of trouble.
So to hear about the trouble. Thanks for stopping by the channel and for watching. Make sure to subscribe and check out my other videos so that you dont miss any info you might need.
Cool, please keep informing more about the RAM. Great information for that emergency situation.
Joe Acfalle I certainly will Joe. You just never know when you need to use that info.
quick, clear and to the point! very helpful! thanks MCM
Your welcome. Some say I made it tooo long lol. Thanks for subscribing as well.
You just saved me from being stuck on the side of the road. THANK YOU x10000000
Awesome.....not that it was needed but that it helped out. I am glad to see that the video is helping people like yourself out. Thanks for the feedback/comment and make sure to subscribe.
Hey man, your tip is so super useful!! Now I only hope I’ll remember it if ever my Ram lets me down. Cool stuff - I have no clue why all these folks made negative comments. Keep it up!
WOW MotorCity Mechanic! I love your videos. No BS just a quick super instructional video straight to the point. I realize I am a few years late on seeing this but Better-Late-Than-Never. Have a great Navy day.
Thanks for the video, I always wondered what I would do if I needed to move my Ram! Keep up the good work!👍🏻
And now you know lol. Thanks for watching Brian and make sure to subscribe.
Why they got rid Of the column shifter doesn’t make sense to me I’m sure 1 million of these plastic parts will break when people have this issue and for people like me who liked to manually gear down on hills…
Thank you ! So much my son drove his truck to low on fuel and it died ! Now thx to your video I’m going to get him home ! Thanks again
Your welcome and glad that I could help out. Thanks for searching and for finding my video. Make sure to subscribe and get your son to as well lol
Excellent presentation. Very informative. Thanks for posting!
Your welcome and thanks for watching. Make sure to subscribe
EXCELLENT Video. This is a very competent Mechanic. I would hire him for a senior position!
Great video, Thank you very much. I have a 2019 Ram with the 8-spd transmission and honestly I never gave it any thought until I saw this. I would have been in a bind.
....and now you know! lol. Thanks for watching Steve and make sure to subscribe.
Thank you,
Your welcome! Make sure to subscribe.
Really great video. You gave out information that no one else seems to be giving, and you did it in a very clear and precise manner. I hope I never have to use this advice but if I do, I'm glad I will know how
Always great to know just in case. Appreciate the comment!
Thanks this will help me with any none runners I get at the auctions.
Your welcome. Make sure to subscribe
@@MotorCityMechanic already am
@@jaronking9484 Many thanks
Thanks Dave ! I just got my 2019 Ram and I had no idea......so thank you
Your welcome ma'am! Glad I could share a bit of knowledge. Dont forget to subscribe.
This is exactly why I have a Silverado. No gimmicks like a dial shifter.
I am not a big fan of the dial shifter either.....but remember.....Chevy uses the same basic set up for their transfer case (4x4) system so its across the board one way or another. Thanks Pete for watching!
Wow that is some real good information! I may need to use this one day on my 15 Ram!!!!
Hopefully you wont but just incase!
FordTechMakuloco Damn, I didn't think you had time to watch other people videos.
You own a Dodge you need this video because you will use it
You're a ford tech and own a Ram. I am a Ford guy and I am on my second RAM. Anyone who runs down a RAM hasn't taken the time to drive one. They are not Dodge's. Dodge hasn't made a truck since 2008 or so. Watch them continue to rise up. They will pass my beloved Fords in the next 10 years. Lol.
My nephew has been a GM technician for about 21 years, and also drives Dodge - Ram trucks. I've always driven Dodges. I hated it when they took the trucks away from Dodge, and made them Rams.
Excellent narration, very clear instructions. Great camera placement.
Wow, who would have thunk it? LOL This is some good info, thanx! I'm going to make sure I carry a plastic access tool, "just in case".
Hopefully it never comes to it but learning about the features of your truck is what this is all about. Most wrecker drivers don’t know this and end up dragging it up on the roll back with the truck still in park.Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe
Excellent Video!
I just purchased a, new to me, 2018 Ram 1500 Longhorn with only 13,000 miles on it.
I was curious about the rotary dial shifter.
This video is clear & concise with a very detailed procedural description.
Thanks buddy! I would have never known 👍
Your welcome. May we never stop learning!
Great vid. Anyone who has ever operated a tow truck would appreciate this. Retrieving a vehicle backed into a stall with insufficient side clearance to other parked vehicles as an example. The override allows picking the vehicle up from the front and moving it far enough to load the rear wheels on to dollies. All this accomplished without having to crawl under the vehicle to remove linkage in sub zero or rainy areas. Good on MoPar for enginerring this feature and good on you for sharing this on your channel. Eenjoy your Summer in Georgia.. Best to you and yours.
thank you David. best information yet. and you made it so EZ to understand.your a great teachers.
Thanks Craig! I appreciate the kind words man. Make sure to subscribe.
I had someone explain it the release was there but your video was very helpful. I would not have know about the slide lock to release the handle. Thanks for the video it was very helpful.
Joseph Melcher your welcome. Thanks for checking the video out and for the comment. Make sure to check out my others as well and subscribe.
Very informative. I have 2016 and didn't know this. Love your video's.
Just alittle more knowledge to share! Appreciate you watching and for following the channel
The accompanying interpretive dance was entertaining.
I do choreographed swimming as a hobby as well if your interested lol.
Lol!!
I try my best not too but they have a mind of their owns. I might try to do a video with my hands tied up to see if my head explodes due to not being able to sign out everything with my hands lol. Then again I could just say that its "Hearing Impaired Friendly" lol
I'm glad you took it as a joke, it was all in fun and your video was very helpful. Thank you for making it. I just bout my Forth Ram 2018 1500 Night edition for my Fiancee, I'm gonna pull the trigger on a sweet 2010 Megacab diesel soon.
Yeah I have learned to laugh at myself over the years so its all cool. Sounds like your not a stranger to the brand lol
Great to know!! Thanks for the information!!
Thanks Rich!
I have had two Jeep Grand Cherokee's, I now have a 2019 Ram 1500; I've learned a lot from you videos. Dave, Your videos are informative; and precise. I particularly like that you don't have ridiculously loud; incoherent music playing in the background. Again, Thank You👍
Great video, and will be getting a new ram truck within the next few months so this is very useful information, thanks
Thanks John. With this info you will know more then the sales person lol!
Lol right I love knowing more than the people there
Nothing wrong with that
Thank you David
Your welcome and appreciate the comment
His hands are so hypnotic lol
I have a bad issue with not being able to keep them still......some say I have ever quit my day day......sock puppet would be a great career for me to try lol. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe.
Yes he seemed to be very theatrical with his hands. LOL
Thank You Very Much for posting this informative video. I recently had an accident that totaled my 2015 Ram 1500 Tradesman Crew Cab (hydroplaning on a wet curve). It had the shifter on the column. I am about to purchase a used (new to me) 2017 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab with the 8-speed transmission that has the dial selector. This will definitely be a big help because I am not the most patient person and would probably end up breaking something to try and get it out of park.
Interesting, as always, thanks for making these helpful/educational videos!
Much appreciated!
Very simple, easy to understand video, that every RAM guy should watch, AND, practice!
You can also disable the seat belt chime, with this same procedure;key.
With the Dodge being a Chrysler and Chrysler being a Fiat I think this is a great video to tell people how exactly to be Towed that's for sure going to happen
And transmission being Made in China for sure one needs to know all this.
@@andreinastase1235 according to Chrysler they are made in Kokomo Indiana.
Assembled does not mean "made". And yes, probably some components are made in US but by legal disclosure 80% of 3 US automakers components are imported While Toyota and Honda has a 85% of the components Made in USA for the cars assembled in USA. Silly,
I love these videos on how to. Very informative, thanks....
Thank you. Glad you like. Make sure to subscribe and check out my other videos as well.
Thank you for the detailed explanation. Very helpful.
Your welcome Amanda. Appreciate the feedback. Dont forget to subscribe.
Very informative video. I hope I never need to do this, but I am glad that I now know what to do if I have to.
I hope so as well. Much like a tornado shelter.....good to have access just in case
I was driving one of these last month while my truck was in the body shop. Not a fan of all these electronic transmissions. That rotary knob takes some getting used to. I still prefer a column shifter or a manual.
I can understand. I only have it in my wifes Durango but all the cars we work on all day do have it. I have gotten use to it. To be honest....how many times do we really shift an automatic......3 maybe 4 times each time we drive it maybe. I personally like something to put me hands on while I'm driving a car.....in a truck it makes no real difference to me personally. Its different....I will give you that lol
Oh man! I have been looking for this feature for a while now... Thanks MCM!
1 - More electronic shit WE DON'T NEED
2 - The gear selector dial is in the same place as the transfer case dial on the F-150. Excellent choice, Dodge. This Ford owner accidentally moved the dial to PARK while moving when attempting to disengage 4WD. The good news is the electronics are smart enough to prevent me from buggering the transmission.
I do like the newer Dodges and the 8 speed tranny works well. However I'd much prefer the gear stick be a lever.
I keep mistaking it for a radio knob lol. Just did a used car inspection on a Ford Fusion.....guess what type of shifter it had.....yeah, seems its making its way across brands. I still like a shifting in my hands.....doesnt feel right after all these years. Thanks for watching and for the comment. Make sure to subscribe.
its ram . the dodge name is no longer attached to it as the mfg of the truck
@@jtetra You are correct though in many minds RAM will continue to be Dodge. same parent company. No?
if your driving at speed it wont shift into park, also you need to have the brake depressed.
@@MotorCityMechanic I bought a 2017 Chrysler Pacific and it took me 6 months to not move the wiper switch to put it in gear
Always wonder about this issue if my battery dies, great video.
Thanks Nixon. Appreciate the comment and for you watching
Anyone else prefer the column shifter?
Based on the comments looks like 95% column shift and 5% rotary knob lol
@@MotorCityMechanic Eliminate the % of people that have never had one but dislike the it anyway. Once you have it... it's like going over to the dark side...... you can never go back. LOL
Silly as it might sound, the shifters on all my Trucks come out of the floor connected to a MANUAL TRANSMISSION. As of last week, Three of my 2014 Ram 4500's surpassed the 500,000 mile mark each. And only replaced the clutch in each once.
@@curtekstrom6600 Now thats some mileage! Awesome milestones!
@@johnb9394 I mean how many times do you really shift anyway.....2-3 times per trip typically. I have owned many cars and have one with the knob shifter and to be honest.....it doesnt bother me what so ever. Thanks for the comment and make sure to subscribe,
Excellent video. Very well done.
Good to know! 👍🏼
Hopefully you will never need to use it but when the times comes, you will be prepared. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe
Excellent video, would have come in real handy when I was trying to help a guy who's Ram died on a 2 lane bridge that's pretty high traffic at 5 pm on a Friday!
Always something that people should know just in case. Thanks for watching Josiah! Make sure to subscribe.
The 2 people who dislike this video. Crawled under the truck and disconnected the transmission level on wet or dirty ground.
Some viewers just love to hate and others like to be the first person to dislike. Its free knowledge that I am offering and cant understand why anyone would have a reason for a dislike or bad comment. None the less it happens. Thanks for the support and for watching!
blackericdenice ,say you got to pay attention , right.
Lmao
@martin joseph Ok bud
Hahhahahaha
Great Info! Always wondered what would happen if the transmission gave out.
Awesome info!
Your welcome! Appreciate the comment and make sure to subscribe.
BoostedMotorsports what's up Boosted lol
Hay boosted it's cool running into u here. I'm one of You're Subscribers. It's like running into an old friend at a store lol
Awesome job explaining this. Thank you.
Many thanks!
On my 2019 the parking brake is electric. So how do I apply the parking brake to get to the override to put the vehicle in neutral? And maybe you can tell me how to override the damn parking break that wants to apply itself anytime I try to move the truck with the door open. Remember being able to open the door and back up? Call me old school but this nanny system is too much.
I own a 2012 ram and although I don't have an electronic shift, this video is very informative....as are all your videos.
Very informative 👍
Thanks Tony! Appreciate you watching and make sure to subscribe if you havent already.
I owe you .. Bro. I just Repoed a
Ram 1500. .. No key
I couldnt figure it out shift the trans till ur video
Thanks alot
Glad I could help! Thanks for finding the channel and video and for commenting. Make sure to subscribe.
Thanks, I didn't know about the mechanical override. Hope I never have to use it though.
Your welcome. Always great to be prepared just in case. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe.
Excellent video- so much more detail them most on you tube!
Thanks Jim! I appreciate it when people notice the work and detail that goes into these videos. Dont forget to subscribe.