I have a 96 dodge ram 1500 that dies while driving,also has low rpms. What could be causing this ?

Asked by dhrt373 Dec 08, 2014 at 11:25 PM about the 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 ST Club Cab LB 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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if you're battery and alternator are @ more than 12v sounds like a major emissions leak, my opinion may be supported if its not giving you the OEM mpg and forced induction (loss of hp) #bestwishes

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