2000 4x4 5.9L Durango - fuel/idle issue?

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Sep 3, 2019 | 02:13 AM
  #1  
Hi, recently my vehicle died in the intersection when I pressed on accelerator. It started but died when given gas and had to be pushed. I replaced the fuel relay fuse but it still acts up and will die when I give it gas if it's been sitting for a while. Idle is good at about 700 rpms but if engine cold she will sputter and die when given gas. I checked all the fluids, cleaned battery posts, checked air filter, all good. I add Lucas to my tank once a month. I can't tell if it's a vacuum leak or dying fuel filter.

I changed the sparkplugs in May but not ignition wires and cap. On my to do list, $$. Oil change in May as well since we drove cross country from Oregon to Colorado 2000 miles.

I'm afraid to drive her now as she can't be trusted, lol.

Help!
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Sep 3, 2019 | 08:41 AM
  #2  
Check fuel pressure. Also, find access to a code reader (or torque app) that can read out real-time info. You might find that your throttle position sensor isn't working.
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