2000 Dodge Dakota won't take fuel, fall on its face when yo

Tiny
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  • 2000 DODGE DAKOTA
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 151,000 MILES
Idles up and down some, not all the time, when pulling out will not take fuel, push in nuteral and will then take fuel.
Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010 AT 8:10 PM

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Tiny
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As far as the irratic idle, chances are the idle air control valve is bad. However, that shouldn't cause the problem when you put it in gear. Have you checked fuel pump pressure? Has the check engine light come on?
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Friday, September 24th, 2010 AT 11:25 PM

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