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RASMATAZ
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No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil, distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, cam and crank sensors-
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Yes I did but there was no change.
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1998 Dodge Dakota 6cyl. Battery is charged, but nothing happens when I turn the key. No headlights/radio, etc with key in ON position. No problems, then all of a sudden no reaction when turning key. Bad ignition switch?
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Sunday, August 18th, 2019 AT 12:02 PM (Merged)
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Have you checked to make sure the battery cable's are clean and tight?Also have you had the battery tested?Do you have a multimeter to do some testing?
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Sunday, August 18th, 2019 AT 12:02 PM (Merged)
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HDTAMMIE
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My 98 dakota sport won't start. I drove from
DE to Fl with no problems at all. Arrived in fl and hasen't started since. I have no spark to coil I am gonna be honest. I know nothing about this I've had a couple friends check it out for me and I've spent a few dollars buying the parts and pices they said I needed. Well still won't start it cranks but won't run. Please anyone out there with a bit of knowledge about Dodge. Help me.
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Sunday, August 18th, 2019 AT 12:02 PM (Merged)
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Have the ASD relay/coil/distributor pick-up, ignition control module and camshaft and crankshaft position sensors checked out.
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Sunday, August 18th, 2019 AT 12:02 PM (Merged)
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KCCOOZ
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Everything was fine, drove home, 2 hours later truck wont start. Repalced dist. Cap, plugs, wires and coil. Any ideas?
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Sunday, August 18th, 2019 AT 12:02 PM (Merged)
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First I will have to verify, is the vehicle attempting to start i.E crank?

Or no crank no key repsonse what so ever?

Post back and we will solve it
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Sunday, August 18th, 2019 AT 12:02 PM (Merged)
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Yes it attempts to crank
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KCCOOZ
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I mean to say yes it cranks
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Sunday, August 18th, 2019 AT 12:02 PM (Merged)
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BLACKOP555
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Next bet is to buy a spark tester and check for spark on all cylinders, best way to tell if the vehicle is getting spark and weather you should concentrate on spark or fuel.
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Sunday, August 18th, 2019 AT 12:02 PM (Merged)
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KARIAN
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  • 1998 DODGE DAKOTA
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My truck starts everytime except when its relativily warm outside but raining so basically its damp outside - it won't start if its been sitting for overnight or for several hours and it has the above outside weather. Full tuneup has been done
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Sunday, August 18th, 2019 AT 12:02 PM (Merged)
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Hello, if it is temp related, I think about the coolant temp sensor. I'm not saying it is faulty, just making suggestions on what to check.

Are there any codes? Some of the national brand autostores will check codes for free.

When the problem occurs, if it cranks good but won't start, find out what your missing, fuel--spark?
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Sunday, August 18th, 2019 AT 12:02 PM (Merged)
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KARIAN
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The only problem with flashing a code if it won't start I can't get it to an auto store - will check the other stuff you mentioned.
Thanks
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RBJAEGER
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Truck wont start. Has electricity as far as lights etc. When I left work started with a jump. When I insert key it clicks but does not start. Is the problem the alternator or the starter. If I change the alternator in the morning should it start?
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Sunday, August 18th, 2019 AT 12:02 PM (Merged)
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Lets get the battery and alternator load tested who knows could be a bad connection at the battery check it
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Sunday, August 18th, 2019 AT 12:02 PM (Merged)
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My truck died wile driving. It turns or cranks but wont start up, checked all fluids"good" what could it be.
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Sunday, August 18th, 2019 AT 12:02 PM (Merged)
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Do below to determine if its fuel or spark problem

Disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine -have helper crank engine over-do you have a snapping blue spark? If so-you have a fuel related problem, check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel filter/fuel pump/pressure regulator and listen to the injector/s are they pulsing or hook up a noid light. No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil packs, coil's resistances, cap and rotor /distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, ECM, Ignitor camshaft and crankshaft sensors- Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it
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Sunday, August 18th, 2019 AT 12:02 PM (Merged)
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ANIXS
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Engine Performance problem
1998 Dodge Dakota V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic 150k miles

A few weeks back, my truck decided it didnt want to start. So after trying it a few times, it finally caught, and I went on my way. But come more recently, it wont start at all, and ill have to get a jump and keep trying, and so far, it always Eventually catches. But its getting more frequent. And to make things even better, while driving, it will just die, AND my start problem happens. Ive tested and replaced the ignition coil, wires, plugs, rotor/cap. Money is tight and I cant exactly just drop it off somewhere, because when I had it scanned (advanced auto parts) it threw out 2 codes, neither have to do with legitimate starting(throttle PS, and a bad relay [replaced]) so what the real problem isnt showing up. Any ideas?
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Sunday, August 18th, 2019 AT 12:02 PM (Merged)
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That throttle position sensor sounds suspecious to me. It can cause problems with ideling misfire etc. If you have a voltage meter you should check it. It should be 0.7 volts DC. The sensor could be bad, or you could have a short.

I'm not sure but the PCM could shut down the voltage supply to the PS.

Let me know what you find out.
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