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Why does my Dodge Ram stall at stop lights?

Why does my Dodge Ram stall at stop lights? The rpms idle erractically especiallly at stop lights. While driving, the truck is okay. At slow drives (2-10 M.P.H.) the truck may cut off. I been dealing with this problem for about 2 months before I finally decided to raise the hood as well as my sleeves. When does a 98 Ram 1500 5.9 stall? Discussion in ' Engine & Performance ' started by jlyman, Nov 20, 2011 . Hey everyone I am new to this site and a new ram owner as well. I Just purchased a 98 ram 1500...
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What should I do if I have an electrical malfunction?

What should I do if I have an electrical malfunction? The drill is usually somewhat similar to that required for an overvoltage. Turn off the battery and alternator switches, turn off all radios and other electrical components, use a fire extinguisher to put out the fire, and land as soon as practicable. What causes a short circuit in an electrical system? • Equipment failures: Various electrical equipments like generators, motors, transformers, reactors, switching devices, etc causes short circuit faults due to malfunctioning, ageing, insulation failure of cables and winding. These failures result in high current to flow through the devices...
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What happens when you get a bad battery terminal?

What happens when you get a bad battery terminal? This corrosion can cause a battery's poor connection. You can disconnect the battery cables, negative then positive, and scrub the terminal posts and connectors with a mixture of baking soda and water to remove the corrosion. When do you need to replace battery terminal ends? If you experience problems starting and powering the car or find corrosion on the battery terminals, you may need to replace the terminal ends. 1. Problems starting the vehicle 2. Corrosion on the battery 3. Loss of electrical power Average rating from 130,153 customers who received...
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When do I feel like everything is going slow?

When do I feel like everything is going slow? Always occurs at night right when I close my eyes. Im not stressed or worrying about anything when this happens. I started noticing this after my freshman year in high school, after I had hit my head on a wall playing flag football in gym. I am having the same problem with everything going fast or slow but in reality everything is normal. Why do I feel like everything is wrong in my life? Well, apart from obvious signs (like getting dumped, or fired) you might simply experience a vague sense...
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Where is the backup camera on a Dodge Grand Caravan?

Where is the backup camera on a Dodge Grand Caravan? The OEM Integrated backup camera mounts above the license plate area. Once connected to the video interface module, the image appears automatically in high definition when the vehicle is placed into reverse. The Integration Module is a fully programmed plug and play Interface that allows for Video. How is a back up camera system installed? The easiest way to understand how a standard backup camera system is installed is by understanding the components. Most back up cameras and systems have similar components. This particular guide is designated for backup camera...
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Will car battery die if door is open?

Will car battery die if door is open? Even just leaving a door slightly ajar may be enough to cause the internal lights to illuminate – and if you leave your lights on long enough, your car's battery will be drained. Luckily, this can be easily fixed with a jump-start, and in most cases, your battery will be just fine afterward. What does it mean when your car battery is dead overnight? You go out to your car and the battery is dead overnight, this can be frustrating to say the least especially when you are late to work or...
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What kind of headlights does a Dodge Ram have?

What kind of headlights does a Dodge Ram have? Dodge Ram 1500 / 2500 / 3500 without Factory Projector Headlights 2013, Chrome/Smoke Euro Headlights by Lumen®, 1 Pair. Chrome housing, smoke lens. Do you need LED bulbs for Dodge Ram? Then all you would need is led or hid bulbs Turbo, Baby! Lots and lots of info here in the Exterior section on headlight upgrades. Post a pic of your current headlights as it will help members help you with some good options. Is there a headlight swap or LED OEM upgrade? Discussion in ' Exterior ' started by ISellRams22,...
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Can you change transmission fluid with high mileage?

Can you change transmission fluid with high mileage? Changing the transmission fluid on a high-mileage car is risky. Don't do it unless your transmission is running fine and the fluid is first-rate, because it can make transmission failure imminent. Should I change manual transmission fluid after 200k miles? The manufacturer's maintenance schedule for many automatic transmissions doesn't call for fresh fluid until 100,000 miles or, with some Ford transmissions, even 150,000 miles. A lot of mechanics say that is too long and that it should be done at least every 50,000 miles. How often should you change your transmission fluid?...
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When is it time to change power steering fluid?

When is it time to change power steering fluid? Most, however, still use hydraulic power assist, with a pump driven by a belt, just like 60 years ago. If you hear a whine from the engine when turning the steering wheel, or if the steering wheel needs significant effort to turn, or if the fluid is black, it's time to change the power steering fluid. Why does power steering pump need to be flushed? It works with the power steering pump to make turning the steering wheel smoother. Over time, the fluid collects metal particles and sludge. The thick grit...
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How do I know if my power steering pulley is going bad?

How do I know if my power steering pulley is going bad? Watch for the following symptoms if you suspect a bad or failing power steering pump pulley.Burning smell from engine. A burning smell from the engine means the belt is not tight enough or the power steering pump pulley has seized. Choppy steering. Steering fails completely. What causes a serpentine belt to be out of alignment? Angular misalignment—the pulley is at an angle to the other pulleys—results from worn bearings in an accessory. Belt tension on the pulley pulls the shaft off center, which puts that pulley out of...