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Cold start idle problem

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Hello. I see some people are having issues with the cold start idle. The truck almost kills then it revs way to keep from killing. It’s happens a few times then comes out of it. Mine only happens at first start in the mornings. Has anyone found a fix yet? Thanks.


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Sometimes has slight idle issues, but calms down quick. Sometimes has the oil drain back initial Hemi tick due to drainback known issue on the 5.7's...

CAVEAT: Cold is a relative term. Not go below 81 degrees last night, so not a "cold" start by ne means.
 

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Hello. I see some people are having issues with the cold start idle. The truck almost kills then it revs way to keep from killing. It’s happens a few times then comes out of it. Mine only happens at first start in the mornings. Has anyone found a fix yet? Thanks.


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Yes. I had the same issue. Was fixed by dealer PCM flash re: TSB 21-009-20.

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2019 Ram 1500 Billet Silver Laramie Quad Cab 2WD, 5.7 Hemi, 8HP75, 3.21 axle, 33 gallon fuel tank, factory dual exhaust, 18” wheels. Build date: 03 June 2018. Now at: 038937 miles.
 

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It doesn’t act up if I press the start button twice, then put my foot on the break and press the start button.


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Unfortunately it’s still acting up. My dealer didn’t do the tsb update you had done, they did this one. 18-074-20. It didn’t fix it.


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I have an appointment next week at the dealer. Now that it’s gotten chilly in the mornings, the first start of the day, it idles very rough for about 15-20 seconds, revs up then idles smooth.
 

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