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97 dakota starts but wont idle. Need help!!!

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Old 07-14-2011, 12:47 PM
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Default 97 dakota starts but wont idle. Need help!!!

hey guys i have a 97 dode dakota 3.9 v6 and just recently my car decided it didnt want to idle. ive had no prior issues with the car. the night before i left my radio on which powers a 1500 watt amp. im thinking its probally the alternator but im not sure. any suggestions ?
 
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Old 07-14-2011, 03:00 PM
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Check your grounds and your terminals on your battery. My truck would do the same when I needed a new positive clamp.
 



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