1993 Dodge Dakota No Start

DODGE DAKOTA
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LONNIE92071
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I have a 1993 Dodge Dakota with the 3.9 V-6 motor, with 90,000 miles on it. It randomly has time when it will not start. Sometimes it will start and "chug" a little then die. Usually if you crank on it, wait, crank on it some more, wait, crank on it again, it will eventually start. I have replaced the fuel pump, and seem to have good pressure, replaced the fuel filter, and have done a complete tune up. When the truck runs, it does seem to run slightly rough too. Any suggestions would be really appreciated before I just let the bank repo it and quit my job.
Aug 29, 2006 at 4:18 PM
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LUCKYJON
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Hello, have you check to see if the vehicle has a spark? i think theres something wrong with the ignition.
Dec 5, 2006 at 6:24 AM
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CARUNDELL
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[quote:c930930941="Lonnie92071"]I have a 1993 Dodge Dakota with the 3.9 V-6 motor, with 90,000 miles on it. It randomly has time when it will not start. Sometimes it will start and "chug" a little then die. Usually if you crank on it, wait, crank on it some more, wait, crank on it again, it will eventually start. I have replaced the fuel pump, and seem to have good pressure, replaced the fuel filter, and have done a complete tune up. When the truck runs, it does seem to run slightly rough too. Any suggestions would be really appreciated before I just let the bank repo it and quit my job.[/quote:c930930941]

Hey lonnie!
I think luckyjon is pointing you in the right direction, go for ignition issues first ie: plugs worn, ign. wires junk or arching, cap/rotor (if installed) etc...

Regards,

Chris
Dec 5, 2006 at 7:44 AM

Suggested Repair

Check the ignition system first: confirm spark, then inspect spark plugs, ignition wires for damage or arcing, and the distributor cap and rotor if equipped.

Conversation Summary

A 1993 Dodge Dakota 3.9 V6 intermittently will not start, sometimes starts and chugs then dies, and eventually starts after repeated cranking. It also runs slightly rough. The fuel pump, fuel filter, and a complete tune-up have already been done, with fuel pressure reported as good. Replies recommend checking for spark and inspecting ignition components, including plugs, wires, and the cap and rotor.

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