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What kind of voltage does a Dodge 1500 have?

What kind of voltage does a Dodge 1500 have?

Dodge 1500 4X4 likes this. Ok so it’s been a while now but finally able to check 5v at both cam and crank sensors. Both tested good. Also checked the input signal at pcm from both sensors and both tested good. Both had voltage between 5v and about .3v while cranking.

When do you need to replace the gas pedal?

Although this device often lasts the entire lifespan of your vehicle, there are occasions when it will fail, wear out, and need to be replaced. The APP sensor essentially tells your engine how fast or slow to drive when you press the gas pedal.

Can a 5.7 Hemi engine crank no start?

If the voltage returns to 5V while the coolant temp sensor is disconnected then you know the sensor is shorted. Try disconnecting the coolant temp sensor and cranking the engine to see if you have spark at one of the coils. For your question about the extra ground, yes, it is always good to have a soild, reliable ground.

What are the symptoms of a bad accelerator pedal?

Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Throttle/Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor. Common signs of a faulty pedal position sensor include inconsistent engine response, reduced fuel efficiency, and the Check Engine Light coming on. The days of having to constantly adjust the throttle cable due to a loose nut on the carburetor are long gone.

Dodge 1500 4X4 likes this. Ok so it’s been a while now but finally able to check 5v at both cam and crank sensors. Both tested good. Also checked the input signal at pcm from both sensors and both tested good. Both had voltage between 5v and about .3v while cranking.

What happens when the accelerator pedal goes bad?

When the Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) Sensor 1 goes bad, you’re gonna’ see the following symptoms: Check engine light will be lit on your instrument cluster. P0121: Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) Sensor 1 Circuit Performance. P1125: Accelerator Pedal Position (APP) System.

If the voltage returns to 5V while the coolant temp sensor is disconnected then you know the sensor is shorted. Try disconnecting the coolant temp sensor and cranking the engine to see if you have spark at one of the coils. For your question about the extra ground, yes, it is always good to have a soild, reliable ground.

How to test the GM accelerator pedal position?

The Fluke 115 digital multimeter has a bar graph… to see it, check out this article: Abe’s Multimeter Recommendation. You can use an analog multimeter too. Generic scan tool. As I mentioned above, you don’t need to use a generic scan tool to take advantage of the test info in this tutorial, but it does come in handy to read any trouble codes.

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