20 Most Recent 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 4WD - Page 9 Questions & Answers

If it isn't a fuel issue, then I would look at the timing, check that your timing hasn't jumped a teeth or two. Bring it to TDC and check all markings.

I don't see anyone giving you instructions to do auto repairs Other than that,yes you should be able to do the exhaust, but need the tools & if the studs are rusted or break, your in trouble That said-- NO repair shop will do a better job than you will Do some research on the internet about the problem your having first

Check fuel injection system

Mr. dodge ram, with the 46re trans the pcm needs a signal from the tps sensor to monitor throtlle opening, accel and decel, what has happened the tps has a worn out spot in cruise area, hence the down shift, uphill is fine because your past the worn out spot, replace your tps sensor, its mount on left side of throtlle body , 2 screws, 1 connecter, and its out, when done turn key on, eng off, step on gas pedal 6 times slowly, then turn off key, this will help set min tps setting, GOOD LUCK RDJRP

run the fault codes and check for TCM problem. have a pressure test done to check for internal failures . check band and clutch pack adjustment.

On the top of the transfer case

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Purge control circuit problem. Part of Evaporative emission control system.

how old is the battery it might not be holding charge. feel the battery if it is getting warm to the touch even when not in use

replace teh check valve on the trans cooler line and replace the radiator the trans cooler might be or is cloged and not alowing proper flow if theres an external cooler replace that aswell most likely if the radiator cooler is contaminated the external one will also be

check coolant lvl and replace coolant temp sensor its probably out of range install a new thermostat whial in the area its a comon leaking point on 5.2 and 5.9 leader engings

UNDER THE DASH ON OR NEAR THE STEERING COLUMN.

unhook the NEGATIVE THE BLACK CABLE FOR A FEW MINUTES. sEE IF THAT WON'T DO IT. jUST REMEMBER IF IT RETURNS TAKE IT AUTO ZONE THEY HAVE DIAGNOSTIC COMPUTERS THAT PLUG INTO MOST NEWER VEHICLES. i THINK IT IS FREE BUT DON'T QUOTE MEON THAT.

What engine? Has thermostat been changed? You say it has not overheated since, but water not circulating. If water/coolant wasn't circulating, it would be overheating. Please explain a little more or confirm why you think that.