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1998 Dodge Ram Repair Question


Topics covered: Sensor, Fuel pump, Spark.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on July 21, 2010

1998 Dodge Ram

Engine Performance problem
1998 Dodge Ram V8 Four Wheel Drive Automatic 130000 miles

5.2 motor.... Idles poorly and accelerates slowly. No codes are coming up on the computer read. Fuel Pump?
Avatar Asked by tricked94camaro

Answer

Replied on July 21, 2010

Possibilities: Inspect and test all the following listed below:

Oxygen sensor.
Catalytic converter.
Fuel injectors dirty/sticking.
Mass airflow sensor/Airflow meter.
Throttle position sensor.
Crankshaft position sensor
Knock sensor
Manifold absolute pressure sensor.
EGR Valve
Fuel pressure regulator leaking or defective fuel pump.
False air leakage.
Fuel contamination.
Foul/defective spark plugs.
Open spark plug wires.
Ignition coil/Coil packs defective.
Incorrect ignition timing.
Cap and rotor.

Note:If it doesn't apply disregard it.

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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