1992 Dodge Truck Runs Rough When Stopped Stopped

227,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MUDSTUD09
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My 1992 Dodge Dakota will idle when in park just fine and seems to accelerate a little slow unless you kick it all the way down but when I am at a stop light once in a while the engine will sputter out. I have been told that it probably needs an EGR Valve and maybe plugs and wires although the plug wires look fairly new! What would you recomend?
Feb 12, 2009 at 12:11 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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I would start by checking for vacuum leaks. On the passanger side of the engine compartment rear, there are many hoses that operate the 4wd. I have seen them melt over the year causing leaks and rough idles. Also, check all hoses.

Let me know what you find.

Joe
Mar 13, 2009 at 6:30 AM
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