2001 Dodge Ram Just can't start.

CARLOSHOLSTEIN

MEMBER
2001 DODGE RAM
V8
2WD
AUTOMATIC
96,000 MILES

My wife was pulling into the driveway when our 2001 Dodge Ram just quit. The radio or lights never cut out. The engine rolls over but sputters for a bit and quits. The next day it didn't sputter anymore, just roll over. I tried jumping it. When I turn the key in the ignition, I can't here any noise from the gas tank. I thought this problem was pretty self-explanatory but I'm not a Pro, so I wanted to ask for help.

Also is this a job I can do in my driveway and if so what are some tips to for a first timer? Thanks.

2 Replies

RASMATAZ

MECHANIC
75,992 POSTS

Cranks but no start condition:

Fuel and Spark:
Get a helper disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine at least 3/16 away from ground -have helper crank engine over-do you have a snapping blue spark? If so-you have a fuel related problem, check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel filter/fuel pump/pressure regulator and listen to the injector/s are they pulsing or hook up a noid light. No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil packs, coil's resistances, distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, cam and crank sensors and computer Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it.