I have the same problem, but what has fixed the issue alot is:
1. Check the gap on your plugs .035
2. Replace or remove cat. convertor
3. Set the timing or check to see if set on last point in advance
4. Add 2 cans od sea foam cleaner to tank
Hope this helps!
bad fuel bad spark plugs incorrect timing
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try replaceing the fuel filter .or plugs ,plug wires or batterys not charging at the right amp
Lots of things. From misfiring spark plugs to incorrect timing to deposit build up.
You should check the timing and plugs.
its a 4.3 so its a 6 cylinder truck which means it has 6 spark plugs check the plug wires from the master cylinder replace all of them and all 6 spark plugs and you should be fine. if even one of those is no good and your running on 5 cylinders you will sputter and you will even have shifting problems
bad spark plugs and spark plugs wires, engine is missing, if plugs and wires dont work, get your engine looked at ==new answer== check your fuel filter also if your carb is stopped it will be sluggish and will sputter, also @night you can drive your car or truck for about 10 min and then look @ the catylist and if its glowing you can knock a hole in it and it will stop your sputter but changing is recommended. if that dont stop it then buy a can of seafom eng treatment and run thru fuel system from 1/2 tank of fuel this should fix problem.
Time for a good tune up with spark plugs, ignition wires, distributor cap and rotor. Don't forget the air and fuel filters.
Does it turn over? Does it have spark? Does it have fuel? Does it have compression?
Bad fuel,clogged fuel filter,fouled plugs.
There are a few things that can cause a 1999 Dodge Dakota to sputter. For example, the battery may be malfunctioning or the park plugs can be going bad.
A malfunctioning battery can't provide enough power to your ignition system when the motor is idling can cause sputtering. If there is not enough gas, that can cause your vehicle to sputter. If the spark plugs fail to fire will also cause your vehicle to sputter.