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378 messages, Last post on Nov 25, 2009 at 9:20 PM
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Replying to: gphillippi (Nov 06, 2006 10:45 am) Have you checked for codes? If so, what were they?
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Replying to: jneal (Nov 06, 2006 6:24 pm) |
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Replying to: gphillippi (Nov 07, 2006 9:57 am) You stated in your first post that you are a mechanic of sorts but you don't know what trouble codes are?? The main computer detects and stores codes for any problems it detects. The Check Engine light will come on and normally stay on until reset but this isn't always the case. Go by AutoZone and they will check/read any codes for free. If there are any stored codes, come back and post them and someone may can give you further guidance. The only thing I can suggest, assuming that you did a competent job on what you have already done, would be to change the throttle position sensor. This is usually the culprit in a lot of drivability problems such as yours. |
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Replying to: jneal (Nov 07, 2006 5:25 pm) I have posted this about 50 times and will say it again - To get the codes from Dakota, do the following... Without starting engine, turn key ON-OFF-ON-OFF-ON (then leave ON) - The odemeter display will now show the diagnostics running and will display any failing codes when it is complete. Write down any codes then turn the key OFF.
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Replying to: bpeebles (Nov 07, 2006 6:48 pm) |
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Replying to: jneal (Nov 07, 2006 5:25 pm) |
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i have a 2000 quad cab 5spd w/ the 4.7l engine with 63k miles. my trouble is when you go to start the truck it will crank for a few seconds before it starts. sometimes you have to stop and start cranking again. occasionally it will spit and sputter before it actually starts, and runs smoothly, i replaced the plugs and that did nothing. i have read a couple differernet string saying maybe a crank sensor or maybe the fuel pump. also seems like the low end power isn't there like it was. thanks guys
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| my engine light on my 99 dakota has come on with a temporary code for the evap purge solenoid. I had solenoid replaced but the light came back on with the same code. Any idea what this may be? and how to fix it? | |
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Replying to: jgerrity (Nov 08, 2006 6:28 pm) To isolate a problem, one really needs to understand what each of the diagnostic tests are checking and how they are doing it. For example, one of the evaperative emmissions diagnostics uses a soliniod to seal off the airspace above the fuel in the gastank, then runs an airpump to build a slight pressure in this airspace. A timer is then used to make certain the the pressure "holds". This test will flag a failure if any hoses are leaking or the gascap is not sealing properly. #1 thing you need to do CHECK YOUR GASCAP!
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Replying to: bpeebles (Nov 07, 2006 6:48 pm) I have "been thinking" I was a mechanic for over forty years now since I went thru my first schooling in the military but guess I have been wrong all this time. I advise people to go by Autozone as most people find it easier and more convenient to have them read and told what they mean than trying to find out for themselves what the different codes mean. |
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