Stall or no start?

1994 DODGE DAKOTA
210,000 MILES • 5.3L • V8 • 2WD • MANUAL
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MIKE LOCK
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What could it be?
Feb 12, 2024 at 6:19 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Do you mean it stalls immediately after starting, or does it stall while driving?

Have you checked fuel pressure? Also, follow the directions in this link and let me know if any codes are stored:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/retrieve-trouble-codes-for-chrysler-dodge-plymouth-odb1-1995-and-earlier-car-mini-van-and-light-trucks

Let me know.

Joe
Feb 12, 2024 at 8:57 AM
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MIKE LOCK
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Stalls while driving most of the time it doesn’t start like right now, I’ve been trying to fix problem for 2 months. I’ve lost my job, and I am broke because of this problem this truck has been putting my life through heck.
Feb 12, 2024 at 10:59 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

If you haven't already, use the guide above to see if there are any diagnostic trouble codes present.

Next, since it isn't starting now, chances are it is either a fuel or ignition-related issue. Here is what I want you to try. See if it starts with starting fluid. If it does and then stalls, we know it is fuel related. If there is no change, check if you are getting spark at the plugs.

Here is a link that explains how that is done:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-for-ignition-spark

Try this and let me know the results. Also, let me know if you have checked fuel pressure or if you have checked the crankshaft position sensor. The sensor may be the issue. Read through this link and let me know if it mirrors what you are experiencing:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-crankshaft-sensor

Let me know what you find,

Joe

Feb 13, 2024 at 5:23 AM
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