hesitates and take off

2003 DODGE MAGNUM
V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JOH
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dodge 2003 ram 1500 hesitates and sometimes take off without pressing the gas pedal
Feb 18, 2011 at 10:23 PM
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Could be caused by one of the following below

Oxygen sensor.
Catalytic converter.
Fuel injectors dirty/sticking.
Mass airflow sensor/Airflow meter.
Throttle position sensor.
Crankshaft position sensor
Knock sensor
Manifold absolute pressure sensor.
EGR Valve
Fuel pressure regulator leaking or defective fuel pump.
Fuel contamination.
Foul/defective spark plugs.
Open spark plug wires.
Ignition coil/Coil packs defective.
Incorrect ignition timing.
Cap and rotor.

Note:If it doesn't apply disregard it and keep testing.
Feb 18, 2011 at 10:41 PM