Stalling an engine

Maintenance/Repairs
1

I have a 1997 dodge w/cummins diesel-the problem is every time I have the air condition on the truck stalls, as soon as I let off the pedal. It has been very dangerous as it has stalled in the middle of turning and going down hills etc.,

2

The throttle position sensor should be checked.

3

Dirty throttle body or sticking idle air controller.

4

Dirty throttle body or sticking idle air controller.

On a diesel?

5

Most vehicles (gasoline or diesel) have a power increase function in the computer which will add more fuel when the A/C is turned on. Yours may not be working.

6

FWIW, diesels don’t have inake throttles or Idle Air Control valves. Fuel flow controls RPM/power.

7

I’m wondering if the AC compressor is binding and loading down the crank too much to idle.

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8

Thanks everyone for the input! Linda