☰
Login
Join
×
Ask a Question
Questions by Vehicle
Repair Topics
Testing / Diagnostics
Repair & Service Guides
Symptoms
Warning Lights
Trouble Codes
How It Works
Videos
Login
Become a Member
Home
Dodge
Ram
Exhaust
Exhaust restricted?
1996 DODGE RAM
200,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
BOLTSTEEL
MEMBER
1 POST
what can cause you not to hear the exhaust when the truck is running and also cause it to cut off
Apr 26, 2010 at 10:17 AM
KASEKENNY
✓
Experienced Mechanic
18,907 POSTS
This sounds like a converter issue. Here are a number of guides that will help with explaining this, how to test it, and how to replace it:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/bad-catalytic-converter-symptoms
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-a-catalytic-converter
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/catalytic-converter-replacement
Please see the attached info from the manual that will show how to replace the converter.
Please run through this info and let us know if you have questions. Thanks
Image (Click to enlarge)
Jul 7, 2021 at 11:36 AM
🔧 Tools & Auto Repair Parts
Find automotive tools, diagnostic equipment, and replacement parts for your next repair.
Shop on Amazon →
Paid affiliate link. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
Add a reply
Join 2CarPros for free, one of the most advanced car repair communities on the internet. From first-time drivers to seasoned mechanics, everyone is welcome to reply, share details, and get better answers. You can add a temporary image or video first; uploads are limited to 20 MB.
Add image or video
Ask a new question
Frequently Asked Problems for This Vehicle
Engine won't start
→
Engine stalls while driving
→