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2004 DODGE RAM 2500

5.7L V8 Hemi4WDAUTOMATICgas
9 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0124high severityPowertrain

Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent

on 2004 Dodge Ram 2500 5.7L V8 Hemi · 4WD

What this code means

The TPS signal is intermittent.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light (intermittent)
  • Surging
  • Hesitation
  • Erratic idle

Common causes

  • Loose TPS connector
  • Worn TPS
  • Wiring chafing

Diagnostic steps

  1. Wiggle test on TPS connector
  2. Monitor TPS signal for dropouts
  3. Inspect wiring

Repair notes

Repair connector or replace TPS.

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