Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM1990DAKOTA LE, 2D PICKUP, 3.9 X, 4WD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROLS - TESTS W/CODES - 2.5LENTERING ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICSSTART COUNTER
1990 Dodge and Ram Dakota LE, 2D Pickup, 3.9 X, 4WD, Automatic
Start Counter
1990 Dodge and Ram Dakota LE, 2D Pickup, 3.9 X, 4WD, AutomaticSECTION Start Counter
- A start counter will appear along with fault displayed on DRB-II. As an example, DRB-II will display 0 SINCE THIS FAULT. The start counter shows how many engine starts have occurred since last fault was stored.
- This helps determine if fault is intermittent. Memory space limits start counter to first 3 faults. If more than 3 faults are stored, start counter will display third fault with a 3 +.
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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.