1994 Dodge Ram Runs rough when low on gas

1994 DODGE RAM
300,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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VBAIR
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When the gas guage goes below 1/4 tank the engin ebegins to run rough and lose power. Add a few gallons of gas and it runs smooth again. What is the most likely cause of this?
Dec 26, 2008 at 2:21 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi:
Most likely cause is a partially clogged screen on the fuel pump. Once the fuel gets to a lower level, it's most likely hard for the pump to process the fuel. Once you get above a certain level, the fuel runs freely into the pump again.
Dec 26, 2008 at 12:38 PM
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