1996 Dodge Ram

Tiny
LATV17
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  • 1996 DODGE RAM
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 151,000 MILES
Sometimes when I first start my truck and put it into gear it will suddenly shut off. I can start it right back up with no problem except it usually dies two more times. It dies three times within five minutes at the most after I start it. This has happened a few times. My oil light comes on when this happens. So I added more oil and it stopped for a few weeks. But it did it again recently. I don't know what is wrong with it?
Thursday, April 8th, 2010 AT 10:35 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Was the oil low? Also when this happens, has the check engine light ever come on and stayed on?

Let me know.

Joe
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Monday, April 12th, 2010 AT 8:11 PM
Tiny
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The oil was low and I added more. But it did it again afterwards. The light has not stayed on.
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Friday, April 16th, 2010 AT 10:06 AM
Tiny
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I would start by checking to see if the fuel pressure is low. Here is a how to:

https://www.2carpros.com/how_to/how_to_check_fuel_pressure.htm

Let me know what you find. Also, if it has been a long time since you changed the fuel filter, it may be a good idea to try that.

Let me know what you find.
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Friday, April 16th, 2010 AT 10:32 AM

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