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1997 Dodge Dakota Idle Problem

Tiny
NOEL ROBSON
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  • 1997 DODGE DAKOTA
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 103,000 MILES
Sometimes when you start it, it will not idle and keeps dying, however not all the time. After you depress gas and keep revved for a while it will maintain idle. Any suggestions?
Monday, January 12th, 2009 AT 11:11 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
  • 109,758 POSTS
Hi:
It sounds like a possible problem with the idle air control valve (IAC) or the throttle position sensor (TPS). Without scanning the computer, that is only an educated guess. Take it to a nationally recognized parts store and have them scan the computer for trouble codes. Most stores will do it for free.

Let me know what you find.

Joe
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Thursday, January 15th, 2009 AT 11:35 PM

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