5.9L quitting

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02Dump

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Ram Year
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5.9L
Hi, I came from the 3rd generation forum as they said I may get more help here.

I have a 2002 Ram 3500 with the 5.9L. Lately when we start it up from a cold start it will stall out (whether driving or if we just let it sit and idle up to temp) and it used to actually start itself back up if we were driving, but lately it takes quite a few cranks to get it back running. After which it seems to run decently ok.

Engine only has 88k on it
Have done a full tune-up, plugs, wires, etc.
Ignition Switch & coil
Fuel Pump has good pressure and power
Does not throw codes when this happens
All lights come on when we turn the key off then back on to restart (computer is working)

Any ideas where I go/check from here? Is there common problems with this engine that I should know about that could be connected to my problem?

edit- also there is no warning/bogging/loss of power, the truck will just quit. sometimes at idle, sometimes while cruising at 40mph. Doesn't seem to care
 

leadrofthepak

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5.2
Common problem with this motor is the intake plenum gasket. I do not think it causes the same symptoms you are experiencing though.
 

Emartinez111

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Magnum v8 5.9L
Also check your iac. I've seen many a vehicle with your symptoms due to a bad iac.

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