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2000 Dodge Pickup cummins engine when started in cold ...
Sent to Car Experts March 17 07:10 PM

2000 Dodge Pickup cummins engine when started in cold weather can not
get more than 1200 rpm untill engine is completely warmed up to 190 deg
opperating temp.

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Status:  Closed   Value: $15
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March 17 7:30 PM (20 minutes and 30 seconds later)
         
check your glow plugs. they need to work properly to get the fuel and combustion chambers up to the proper temperature.
brian -- Auto Mechanic -- 100% Positive Feedback on 13 Car Accepts
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