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Old May 31, 2009 | 01:26 AM
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When I am driving on the highway, when the truck is in OD, the RPM's will randomly surge up, usually around 4-500 rpms. The truck also seems to have trouble staying in OD, even on flat ground. Any ideas? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Truck specs are in my sig.
 
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Old May 31, 2009 | 01:30 AM
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Solenoid or tranny is gonna need a rebuild. the solenoid is in the tranny behind the pan. Good excuse to change fluid and filter. There was a thread in last two or three days on replacing the solenoid.
 
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Old May 31, 2009 | 07:52 AM
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I replaced the gorvernor pressure sensor and solenoid about 8 months ago. Is there another one?
 
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Old May 31, 2009 | 07:59 AM
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A bad Throttle Position Sensor can cause surging like that also. You might try replacing it. There is also DIY on how to clean it.
 
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Old May 31, 2009 | 09:07 AM
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Here are a couple links https://dodgeforum.com/forum/2nd-gen...x.html#1059605 https://dodgeforum.com/forum/2nd-gen...ise-speed.html
 
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Old May 31, 2009 | 11:26 AM
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Thank you for the help, guys.
 
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