[Solved] 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 - Sometimes Will Not Start

Last Post

10/12/2022 5:20 pm

Topic starter

Hey Scotty!

Thanks for your great channel and all your help! I enjoy your videos and appreciate your taking questions.

I have a 2011 Dodge Ram V6 3.7 liter with about 130,000 miles. On occasion, I will turn the key to start the truck, and the engine will crank and engage but will not start. The engine acts and sounds like not enough gas or spark is received.

I turn the key off, wait a few minutes, turn the key and the truck starts. Spark plugs and fuel pump have both been replaced in the last two years.

Thoughts?

I am not impressed with the Dodge Ram and plan to work hard to make it last as long as I can. This is why I am so thankful for your videos!

Thanks!

Hofford74

(@hofford74)

New Member

| 4Posts
2 1 1

1 Answer

10/12/2022 5:26 pm

Posted by: @hofford74

The engine acts and sounds like not enough gas

spray some starting fluid into the throttle opening.

Please try the troubleshooting in our FAQ

MountainManJoe

(@mmj)

Illustrious Member

| 11113Posts
9 7114 3989

Thanks! Where is the throttle opening?

By Hofford74 Topic starter 15/12/2022 9:43 pm

I don't know any Dodge specifics. It has a metal body. It's between the air filter and the engine. it'll have a bunch of wires going to it. Check your manual.
You'll have to remove the corrugated intake duct to get to it.

By MountainManJoe 15/12/2022 10:18 pm