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2001 1500 5.9 L idle issue

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Old Apr 10, 2018 | 02:17 PM
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Default 2001 1500 5.9 L idle issue

Ok started the truck it will not stay running unless you keep your foot on the pedal
Battery was a little low 11.7, charged it , now I have 12.2 Alternator at 14.1
oil psi just below 80 on dash guage
Now the truck only has about 1/8 of tank of fuel

no codes
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Old Apr 10, 2018 | 02:54 PM
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Start with cleaning the throttle body.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2018 | 03:04 PM
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carb cleaner or sea foam spray system cleaner[ put small hose in ]
 
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Old Apr 10, 2018 | 04:28 PM
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I generally pull the throttle body, take the IAC out, and then clean it. Carb, or brake cleaner works fine.
 
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