1996 Dodge Ram Idle problems

1996 DODGE RAM
126,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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BETTER4U65
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When I start the pickup it starts fine and idles. I drive down the road and go to stop and it dies, as long as I keep my foot on the gas it will stay running. Sometimes I smell gas. When running down the road it seems to run fine. Please help me....
Jan 13, 2009 at 10:12 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi:
If the only time this happens is when you idle, my first guess would be the idle air control (IAC) or the throttle position sensor (TPS). Keep in mind, this is a guess until you have the computer scanned. Have it done at a nationally recognized parts store. Most likely they will do it for free. Also, check for vacuum leaks.

Let me know what you find.

Joe
Jan 15, 2009 at 5:34 PM