Engine shut off and will not start

2014 RAM 1500
100,000 MILES • 5.7L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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DONNA L. HESS MCCANN
Truck would just stop running after a few minutes would start back up, finally it quit starting at all. Replaced battery, sensor on top of battery and ignition switch still won't start.
Jul 7, 2022 at 9:20 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

What you described sounds like a faulty crankshaft position sensor. Here is what I want you to try: See if it starts for a couple of seconds using starting fluid. If it does, then we know it's a fuel-related issue. If there is no chance, then suspect its ignition related.

If there is no change with starting fluid, follow this link and check for spark to the plugs. Let me know what you find.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-for-ignition-spark

Let me know the results.

Joe
Jul 7, 2022 at 2:14 PM
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