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1997 DODGE RAM 3500

6.7L I6 Cummins Diesel4WDAUTOMATICdiesel
1 active safety recall on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0106moderate severityPowertrain

MAP/BARO Pressure Circuit Range/Performance

on 1997 Dodge Ram 3500 6.7L I6 Cummins Diesel · 4WD

What this code means

The MAP sensor reading is not changing appropriately with engine load changes.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Poor fuel economy
  • Hesitation
  • Stalling

Common causes

  • Vacuum leak
  • Clogged MAP sensor port
  • Faulty MAP sensor
  • EGR system issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Monitor MAP reading at idle vs 2500 RPM
  2. Check for vacuum leaks
  3. Inspect MAP sensor port
  4. Test EGR system

Repair notes

Clean MAP port, repair vacuum leaks, or replace sensor.

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