dakata truck

6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
Avatar
WWW_MEMORIES
  • MEMBER
  • 1 POST
my dodge dakata truck wants to rev higher rpms when I shift gears
Mar 20, 2011 at 2:18 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
CARADIODOC
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 34,414 POSTS
If it stays too high start by checking the vacuum hoses for a leak. Pinch off various hoses to see if one brings the idle speed back down. You might also suspect a sticking automatic idle speed motor. The Chrysler dealer can use their scanner to run it up and down to see if it is working. The scanner can also be used to read the number of "steps" the Engine Computer is commanding that motor to. Normal is around step 32 for a properly running engine. If you find it is much higher and the engine is running too fast, the computer is commanding it to run faster in response to some incorrect sensor information. If you find it is closer to step 0, the computer sees that idle speed is too high and is trying to bring it down without success. That's where a vacuum leak would be suspect.
Mar 20, 2011 at 2:51 PM
Add a reply
Join 2CarPros for free, one of the most advanced car repair communities on the internet. From first-time drivers to seasoned mechanics, everyone is welcome to reply, share details, and get better answers. You can add a temporary image or video first; uploads are limited to 20 MB.

Frequently Asked Problems for This Vehicle