Chugs like it is not getting enough gas

SUNSHINE86

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2003 DODGE RAM
5.7L
6 CYL
4WD
AUTOMATIC
145,251 MILES

I sent a video as well. Sometimes it'll shut off and I have to keep it cranked over for it to start again. It'll take a lttle bit but it will fire up again. I mainly see the problem going slow or when apply gas or letting off gas. There is a video I am trying to up load to you.

Monday, February 10th, 2020 AT 10:00 AM

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JOETECHPRO

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Hey SUNSHINE86,

Does the check engine light illuminate when the fault occurs?

The first step will be to check for codes and see what you have stored.

There is a guide in the link below:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Let us know what you have and it will narrow down the diagnosis process.

Regards, Joe

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Monday, February 10th, 2020 AT 4:33 PM

SUNSHINE86

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I have. It reads no codes.

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Monday, February 10th, 2020 AT 5:49 PM

JOETECHPRO

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Hey SUNSHINE86,

It sounds like you have a fuel pressure issue.

You will need to attach a fuel pressure gauge.

The fuel pressure on these vehicles should maintain a steady 49.2 PSI +/- 5PSI.

Regards, Joe

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Monday, February 10th, 2020 AT 9:59 PM