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While gas is pressed as soon as I let off gas, truck stalls?

Tiny
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  • 2001 DODGE RAM
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  • 17,700 MILES
My truck made a funny whinning noise the other day then I didn't drive it for 2 days. Went to start it, dead. Jumped battery, can get it running while gas is pressed as soon as I let off gas, truck dies. Help
Saturday, October 25th, 2008 AT 10:16 PM

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Tiny
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Hello,

This could be due to a faulty alternator.
A good first step would be to test the alternator output. It should produce 13.6V to 15.2V to the battery.

Here is a helpful guide on how to test the alternator:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-alternator

It could also be due to dirty throttle body or bad throttle position sensor.
Cleaning out the throttle body can improve drivability.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

I have attached the alternator replacement procedure below.

Please let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
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