i have a 96 doge ram 1500(V8 318) with 150000 miles. the truck seems to run fine in neutral but when i put it in gear and accelerate it starts jumping and will not get up to speed. it started acting up about a week ago. it would not change gears unless i let completely off of the gas. i changed the transmission filter. when i hook it up to the scanner i get PO171. Can you narrow down my search? i heard people say it's the oxygen sensor or the catylic converter. i also noticed there is a vacuum hose loose on the right side of the motor near the battery and i can't tell where it goes.
Feb 18, 2007 at 2:02 PM