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Help! Truck runs but wont idle

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Old Jul 20, 2013 | 08:26 PM
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Default Help! Truck runs but wont idle

I have a 98 ram 1500 5.9L
It died the other day while I was doin bout 40mph
Ive replaced the computer module,Mass air flow sensor,Throttle position sensor and coil pack
Ive also cleaned the throttle body
It ran for a bit but now wont idle if you let off the gas it dies
Any ideas?
 
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Old Jul 20, 2013 | 09:53 PM
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yea battery isnt allowing the computer to remember whats going on. leave the key on for 10 minutes then shut off and repeat 2 more times. this will tell the computer to relearn the serurity and basic functions and sensors. its a built in factor computer reset without unhooking the battery also works if you change any secerity functions.
 
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Old Jul 21, 2013 | 02:06 PM
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Welcome to DF Please do not post questions in the FAQ/DIY section. Post "tech" questions in the tech section. Thanks I'll move this post for you.
 
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Old Jul 22, 2013 | 09:27 PM
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Clean and /or replace idle air controller. Always remove negative battery cable when replacing sensors.
 
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Old Jul 23, 2013 | 05:39 AM
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+1 on cleaning the IAC. if its so dirty it wont even idle, it would fire but dont idle. its worth a should .
 
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