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By admin, June 30, 2009 2:18 pm

a question for mechanics, or anyone with knowledge on car troubleshooting?

hi there, we took our Dodge Ram 2004 to an Auto Zone for a engine diagnostic, because the truck was shaking whenever the gas was exceeded to more than 50mph. and the check engine light was on.
this was the diagnostic, and if you could please translate it to me in words i can understand, and tell me what the best solution is and what the cost of repairs would be, i’d greatly appreciate. thank you and expect 10 points or at least a thumbs up. thank you.

O.K then, the cylinder miss detected-cylinder number four. Is saying that the number four spark plug is not producing any spark the cylinder is basically dead with out a spark, no spark no combustion no power. The Power train code is basically the same thing. The ignition system code is saying that it could be the ignition coil, are the ignition wires that are causing the problem. the other three BB2, Is saying it could also be a vacuum leak in or around the vacuum lines, and or emission lines. BB3,is saying possible low or no fuel coming through the fuel injector. and BB4, is basically indicating how the fuel pressure is reading during the time the number four plug is failing. Now the last three codes could be due to the ignition failure. You could try a basic tune up or a complete tuneup, being the basic is just changing the plugs only. or changing the ignition wires and distributor rotor button, and replace the fuel filter and have a fuel system cleaning done. Most basic tune up average cost is around 90.00 to a 150.00$ and a complete on your truck depending on the motor size could cost between 250.00 to 450.00 $. Try to use a national chain type of repair centers they usually have good deals and they have good warranty and there all over the U.S. Look for the ASE certificates on the wall this well tell you if they have quality experience techs. I hope this was some help to you guys. Good luck and God Bless.

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