Dodge Ram 350 - Recent Questions, Troubleshooting & Support
Not firing
check the crank sensor. if no spark then the crank sensor is usually the problem. this tell ecu to spark, cam sensor is for adjustment of firing,
I HAVE a 1991 dodge
Brother Simon, take it back to the guy who rebuilt your trans. He is liable for this problem and MUST rectify it.
I have a 1992 dodge
you are correct as a single blade connection is mostly the temp gauge sender as the gauge grounds out through the variable resistance in the sender unit
most coolant temp sensor units have 4 wires in a square shaped plug and are generally in the same vicinity
I am at loss as to any transmission problems coming from a coolant sensor problem as the purpose of that unit is to report the engine coolant temp so that the ECM can adjust the air/fuel mix, turn on the radiator fans
There may be an transmission temp sensor to report to the ECM when the transmission overheats and that would put on the engine light
It appears that the recurring problem has again surfaced
but check harness connections for corroded pins , water ingress, and check the transmission control module for connections and operation
you may also check the vacuum actuator and hose for leaks and correct operation as that unit will attempt to change ratios as the throttle setting alters
1991 dodge ram van wont start
To clarify - the engine cranks then starts.If it won't crank in any gear, I would check the neutral safety switch first.You can also jumper the starter solenoid to make sure the starter will crank the engine manually without the circuit from the key switch.
Vehicle over-charging
the ecm does regulate the alternator output. The problem could be in the wiring or the ecm.
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