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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM1983RAMPAGE BASE, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCETESTING & DIAGNOSISELECTRONIC FUEL CONTROL SYSTEMELECTRONIC FUEL CONTROL COMPUTER TEST
1983 Dodge and Ram Rampage Base, Automatic
Electronic Fuel Control Computer Test
1983 Dodge and Ram Rampage Base, AutomaticSECTION Electronic Fuel Control Computer Test
- Connect a tachometer and set parking brake. Start engine, warm to normal operating temperature and maintain engine speed of 2000 RPM. DO NOT ground carburetor switch. Connect a voltmeter to duty cycle solenoid output wire going to carburetor (Green wire).NOTE: Do not separate the connector from the wiring harness.
- Disconnect electrical connector at oxygen sensor and connect a jumper wire to the harness end. Connect the other end of the jumper wire to a good ground. Engine speed should increase at least 50 RPM and voltmeter should indicate more than 10 volts.
- Hold the jumper wire with one hand and with the other hand, touch the battery positive terminal. Engine speed should decrease at least 50 RPM and voltmeter should indicate less than 5 volts. If computer fails both tests, replace it. Reconnect oxygen sensor.
CAUTION:
Before performing the next test, the fuel control computer must be operating properly.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.