1996 Dodge Stratus RPMs

1996 DODGE STRATUS
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ALBGOOD
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1996 Dodge Stratus 96000 miles

I was driving my car when I noticed that the RPMs were higher than normal. As I sped up, the RPMs increased and remained high. For instance, I was going 20 mph at 2 rpm then 30 mph was 3 rpm. It kept increasing. Any ideas on the problem? Thanks.
Jul 15, 2009 at 10:39 AM
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MERLIN2021
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Does it seem like the engine RPM is actually increasing, or is it a false RPM reading?
You can try a self-diagnostic test. To activate self diagnostic program:

With the ignition switch in the OFF position, depress the TRIP and RESET buttons.
While holding the TRIP and RESET button turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
Continue to hold the TRIP and RESET buttons until the word CODE appears in the odometer windows (about five seconds ) then release the buttons. If a problem exists, the system will display Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's). If no problem exists, the code 999 (End Test) will momentarily appear.
Jul 16, 2009 at 2:07 AM
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