Hesitation in acceleration on highway

2010 DODGE RAM
117,500 MILES • 5.7L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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DOZER621
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Engine hesitates when gas pedal is pressed before engine surges and drops in lower gear. Only happens in higher gears.
Nov 6, 2016 at 8:11 AM
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HMAC300
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scan for codes and check fuel pressure with a gauge auto parts rent it. See link
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator
Nov 6, 2016 at 12:11 PM
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RENEE L
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Hi DOZER621,

If you would like to conduct the scan yourself here is a link to an article that features written step by step instructions and pictures explaining how to do the scan yourself, also I have included a link to our YouTube channel with a how to video on code scanning.

This is applicable even if your check engine light is not on.

Most scanners are inexpensive to purchase, you can purchase one online from sites like Amazon.com

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

https://youtu.be/YV3TRZwer8k

Once you have the codes please get back to us so that we can further assist you. We are always happy to help.

Thank you for visiting 2CarPros.com.

All the best,
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Renee
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Nov 6, 2016 at 12:23 PM
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JOHNNY G.JR
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Harbor freight has those code scanners starting at $39.00 dollars on sale this week.
Nov 6, 2016 at 4:51 PM
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STRAILER
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Please let us know what you find so it will help others.

Best, Ken
Nov 9, 2016 at 9:28 AM
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DOZER621
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I got a code reader, but the truck did not throw any codes. I am at a loss as to what the problem is.
Nov 14, 2016 at 1:32 PM
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STRAILER
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Can you take a video of the problem and give us the link here. It tough to visualize what is going on.
Nov 14, 2016 at 2:49 PM
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HMAC300
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Please check fuel pressure with a gauge to see if it is weak.
Nov 14, 2016 at 3:04 PM
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DOZER621
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What is the normal range for fuel pressure on a 5.7L Hemi?
Nov 14, 2016 at 7:07 PM
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HMAC300
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58 psi +-2 no lower key on or at idle
Nov 15, 2016 at 5:53 AM
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DOZER621
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Would low fuel pressure cause weird gear shifts?
Nov 15, 2016 at 1:05 PM
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HMAC300
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low fuel pressure can cause all sorts of things if engine doesn't run right neither will transmission
Nov 15, 2016 at 1:20 PM