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98 Ram 1500..... #646506
03/20/10 09:39 PM
03/20/10 09:39 PM
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won't idle when it gets warm. It's my dads truck,[5.2] he said when it's cold it idles fine, but when it warms up, no idle. Any ideas, Thanks

Re: 98 Ram 1500..... [Re: 67chargerRandy] #646507
03/21/10 03:12 AM
03/21/10 03:12 AM
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When computer controlled vehicles are first started, they operate on a preset level of information. This is often called CLOSED LOOP. Once the engine reaches operating temperature (Around 210-220 Degrees) The computer functions in OPEN LOOP. The computer takes signals from several sensors around and on the engine, and uses the info to regulate the Spark control and fuel injection. Your problem could be in the actual computer itself. With dealership labor at over $ 100 per hour here in Northern CA, I would be inclined to buy a universal code reader and do a little self diagnosis first.

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Re: 98 Ram 1500..... [Re: Kern Dog] #646508
03/21/10 07:33 AM
03/21/10 07:33 AM
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Other way around. Closed loop is when it's all warmed up. It remains in open loop operation when cold. I would make sure the idle air control,(IAC) is working and that the idle air control passage is cleaned out. That control is mounted to throttle body.







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