1993 Dodge Dakota Drives 7 miles - TOPS

Tiny
RROBI75406
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  • 1993 DODGE DAKOTA
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 168,000 MILES
Original transmission w/rebuild in late 2001.
I replaced the transmission with a used model from a 93 Dakota w/88k miles. While removing my transmission, we broke the Camshaft positioning sensor. Bought a new one and installed while putting in the new (used) tranny. We made some minor adjustments to the detente cable for a more consistent shift pattern.
Went for a drive the next day, and after approx. 7 miles, the engine started acting like it was starving for fuel and stalled out. Tried direct fuel to carburetor – didn’t have any effect. After 30-45 minutes, the truck started and drove the remainder of the way home.
Got multiple codes from the vehicle - changed out fuel filter, distributor cap, rotor, coil and the distributor.
Still have the same problem. The vehicle starts and idles like a champ (even 30 minutes), but as soon as I drive it, I can go only about 7 miles before the same issues of a stall out.
Is there a way to diagnose the cam shaft position sensor, without paying the dealer's diagnostic fee?
Should I just replace the sensor and try and get reimbursed for the duplicate part.
Someone even suggested the MAP sensor, others have pointed at the PCM.

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Monday, January 4th, 2010 AT 8:12 AM

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Tiny
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Have you checked fuel pump pressure? Also, this does sound like a bad map sensor, but to check it, you need to run a scanner while driving it and watch for voltage drops.

WHen the car doesn't start, check for spark and fuel and let me know if one is missing.

What codes did you get?
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Wednesday, January 6th, 2010 AT 9:07 PM
Tiny
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Code 12 means the battery has been disconnected within the last 50 starts. The 45 has me concerned. It is for the logic module, and yes that will shut the engine down. You will need to see a mechanic near you to have that checked. As far as the 55, that just indicates that the computer is done.

Let me know if you have other questions.

Joe
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Thursday, January 14th, 2010 AT 8:06 AM

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