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2006 Dodge Ram 1500 5.9L Hemi - P0038 and P0058 Fault Codes Causing Stutter During Acceleration

Model: Ram 1500 Fault Code: P0038 Posted: 2019-07-24 22:50

I recently purchased a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 equipped with the 5.9L Hemi engine. After replacing one of the catalytic converters due to it being hollow, I began experiencing engine stutters during acceleration. The vehicle now displays diagnostic trouble codes P0038 and P0058. I'm seeking advice on potential causes and solutions for these specific codes in this model year and engine configuration.

Related fault codes
P0038P0058
Comments (1)
Anonymous 2019-07-25 08:36

Potential causes of a P0038 code include: Faulty Bank 1 or Bank 2 HO2S (Heated Oxygen Sensor) with an open circuit in the heater control path (12-volt PCM-controlled systems), or a short to B+ (battery voltage) within the heater control circuit. These issues can lead to inaccurate oxygen sensor readings, affecting engine performance and triggering the P0038 code. For more details, refer to official diagnostic resources on p0038.