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--- rv:ram_promaster [2020/01/24 12:43]
frater_secessus [62TE transmission]
+++ rv:ram_promaster [2021/03/21 12:28]
frater_secessus [known issues]
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 Note that immoderate use of brake-based controls can result in overheating or premature wear of brake components.  [ie, don't turn off ESC then keep your foot in it for 3 miles of muddy road -- secessus]
+Also see [[https://blog.fcanorthamerica.com/2008/02/11/jeep-brake-traction-control-explained/|FCA's description of a similar system]] in the Jeep line.
+===== electrical =====
-===== known issues =====
+The gasoline PM has either a 180A or an optional 220A alternator; they are traditional and not of the modern "smart" variety.  [[https://www.promasterforum.com/threads/alternator-amps.93526/post-737110|This VIN decoder]] will indicate which alternator a van was built with. \\ The diesel may have a 225A unit.
-Many issues were rectified after 2014.
-  * 2014 - Squealing brakes((http://www.promasterforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=54593)).
-  * 2014 - parking brakes sticking in freezing temperatures
-  * Headlight failures, possibly from heat in the headlight assembly.  Using the low beams as daytime running lights will exacerbate the issue.
+===== known issues =====
-There is [[http://www.promasterforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=45193|a list of TSBs on the Promaster Forum]].
+See the Promaster entry on the [[rv:van_issues|All Vans Have Issues]] page.
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   * 6th gear is very tall for MPG;  the van will downshift in headwinds and on hills.
   * The transmission will downshift automatically on long descents for engine braking.
+  * the clipboard is largely useless, but [[https://www.promasterforum.com/threads/clip-board.35306/|can be opened]] to allow for wiring or hardmounting accessories.
 ===== gas vs diesel =====
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 The 159" can fit about 900w (3x300w) + roof vent.
+Hein makes [[https://www.promasterforum.com/threads/solar-solar-solar.88755/page-2#post-700318|custom hardware]] for mounting panels to the Promaster roof.
 ===== roof vent fitment =====
 The Promaster has a raised roof vent pad near the cab.  Parts of it have no ribbing to make waterproofing easier.
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   * [[http://www.promasterforum.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=121|Promasterforum RV trips]] subforum
   * [[https://www.allpar.com/forums/forums/vans.214/|Allpar van forum]]
+  * [[https://protonmail2061.autodesk360.com/g/shares/SH56a43QTfd62c1cd968323a14d3acedc102|CAD model]] of a Promaster/Ducato((https://www.reddit.com/r/vandwellers/comments/gkrixc/i_created_a_ram_promasterfiat_ducato_in_3d_feel/))
+  * [[https://www.thedrive.com/news/34672/check-out-how-surprisingly-durable-this-chrysler-pentastar-v6-is-after-626000-miles|teardown after engine failure at 620k]]
+  * unconfirmeded: [[https://www.promasterforum.com/threads/mechanic-says-to-run-0w30-in-the-pentastar-3-6-instead-of-0w20-as-specd-thoughts.94385/#post-745986|ex-Pentastar engineer discusses 0w-20 vs 0w-30]]

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