Two problems related to engine cooling system have been reported for the 2000 Dodge Ram 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Unknown leak of freon or other source of air conditioner failure. The ac pump runs almost constantly. Recharge had been attempted but only lasted for 1-3 days.
While driving at higway speed serpentine belt broke. Consumer lost power steering, and all most ran off the road, took vehicle to dealer, and they replaced belt and water pump, consumer stated that belt had broken 7 times.