Does the 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 have a timing belt or chain?

If You want to know whether the 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 has a timing belt or a timing chain, this is where You need to be. The Ram 1500 comes equipped with a timing belt. A timing belt on a vehicle can last up to 100,000 miles but it depends on the type of belt it is and the material that it is made out of. Most belts need to be replaced above the 60,000 mile mark. To replace a timing belt, You can expect to pay up to 400 dollars for parts and labor. The most tedious part in the replacement is placing the belt where it should be on the crankshaft and camshaft.