2001 Dodge Ram Sputters Accelerating

2001 DODGE RAM

PAULAHICKS

MEMBER
1 POST

I have a 2001 dodge ram 1500 4x4 mileage is 70,000. it sputters like it is going to run out of gas while you are accelerating. Do you think I need to replace the fuel pump, or can it be something else?

Feb 7, 2007 at 4:07 AM

KASEKENNY

✓Experienced Mechanic
18,907 POSTS

This could be the fuel pump, but we need to confirm this by checking the pressure when this is sputtering.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

If the pressure is low or not steady when this is sputtering, then we need to start with the fuel filter which is combined with the regulator, and I am attaching that info below for your review.

If the filter and regulator are not the cause of this then the pump needs to be replaced.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-electric-fuel-pump

Please run through this info and let me know what questions you have with this and what you find with the pressure.

Thanks

Images (Click to enlarge)

Dec 2, 2021 at 9:54 AM

Suggested Repair

Check fuel pressure while the truck is sputtering. If pressure is low or unsteady, replace the combined fuel filter and regulator first; replace the fuel pump only if that does not fix it.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 with 70,000 miles reports sputtering under acceleration that feels like running out of fuel and asks whether the fuel pump should be replaced. The expert says to confirm with a fuel-pressure test during the symptom, start with the combined fuel filter and regulator if pressure is low or unsteady, and replace the pump only if those parts are not the cause.

Add a reply

Ask a new question

2001 Dodge Ram Sputters Accelerating

Suggested Repair

Conversation Summary

Related Repair Questions

Frequently Asked Problems for This Vehicle