My03 Dodge Ram 1500 will run and idle fine but will die if I press the gas hard of if I press the gas fast

Asked by Performancema1 Jan 14, 2018 at 07:10 PM about the 2003 Dodge RAM 1500 SLT Quad Cab LB 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My 03 Dodge Ram 1500 will run and idle fine but
when I press tha gas fast or hard the truck dies.

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Tom answered 6 years ago

Most likely the MAF sensor ,, on most engines you can access it by removing the air filter then clean it with spray that's designed for that sensor.... never touch the fine wire inside the assembly ,, just allow it to dry on it's own after spraying

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Guru5L6ZP answered 6 years ago

Is the CES light on. If not how long since a fuel filter change? Throttle position sensor. I also agree with air flow meter.

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