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kcram - Pickups Host
If you are willing to tackle something like this yourself you're fortunate that Dakotas are fairly consistent in parts usage and mechanical arrangement. The thing that needs to be considered is the condition of any used transmission. Over the years I've seen some situations work out okay, but a lot that didn't last long. If you need to keep the cost down you should be aware of the risk in using a part with no knowledge of usage, service or repair history.
Best regards,
Dusty
*Gear selector out of adjustment
* Rear band loose (adjustment)
* Throttlebody malfunction (dirty or worn)
* Broken or severely worn rear band
*Defective or inoperative front clutch
*Overdrive thrust bearing failure
Regards,
Dusty
Thanks
Steve
One other thing to check though. When you have the cover off, you can see the black brake relay amidst the column wires. Press the brake with your hand, and make sure you hear the relay click. If it is not working, the shift lever lock won't release. You can push it free with your finger, according to one of the earlier posts in this thread.
Stealthb2 had some pics of this(read earlier posts). BTW, thanks Stealthb2. All your info was very helpful. And thanks to Dodge01driver also, for your offering help.
Anyway, took a shot yesterday replacing the TPS, and had ZERO slips on the way to work this morning. I drive 95 miles a day at least, and it was slipping 20-30 times a each way. This was a huge relief.
Thanks again to everyone on here for you help.
:shades:
I changed filter and fluid And while I was There I adjusted the Band to HAYNES specs and now it only goes foward and the fluid get real HOT what is wrong or is it time for a new tranny
Thank for any help on this matter would be highly appreciated
hank You
Any ideas?
Bill
Also,isn't there a way to check code with out a scanner? someone said something
about turning the key a certain number of times to get code for tranny??
kcram - Pickups Host
However, I beleive what you describe for an AUTOMATIC xmission is not right. As a safety-factor, most automatics have had the "press the brake to shift out of park" safety-feature since at least the 1990s. (or at least a button on the side of the shifter-knob to get it out of park)
You are correct I am describing my situation relating to an automatic transmission. Interesting my truck dash does not contain the statement "press brake to shift out of park" like I have seen on virtually every vehicle with an automatic transmission.
I am trying to find out if this actual requirement or not, and if Dodge should be repairing it.
But my advise to you is to buy the original Mopar fluid at the dealer because transmissions can act funny when something else is added.
They can also tell you how many quarts it takes. It's also in the owners manual if you have it. Mine takes two filters but the auto parts only had one, you may want to check into that as well with your V6 at the dealer. Good luck
Robert
Dave
To check it, start at the Throttle Body Lever bracket and follow the cable down to the side of the transmission. When the throttle is opened and released, the pivot shaft should return fully to its starting position from curb idle.
Low or high fluid levels and a partially clogged filter can sometimes cause the same symptoms, especially in cold weather. There are other possible causes, such as bad electrical connections at the shift solenoids, etc.
Regards,
Dusty
I have a 1997 Dakota with the 5.2L and auto tranny. For some reason it is now not starting off in first gear. If I manually shift the auto into 1st gear, it starts off normally - no problem, the problem is it simply will not start off as it should in automatic mode, in first gear - it's starting in 2nd.
Also, the "check engine light" has also just become illuminated.
One more thing, although I live in FL, I drove this baby to California in November (ran great) however, the heat went out. Blower worked normally, just cool air. THe temperature of the engine was normal, and I had the radiator serviced so I'm confident all the fluid levels were good.
I'd appreciate any help. This has been a solid truck for me all these years.
Currently, it has just under 90k on the odo and I am the original owner.
REgards,
Brek
I'm hoping someone has knowledge into the common causes of O/D failure, so I won't go on a long goose chase.
Thank you for your help.
Thanks
Mike
The sound I am describing only lasts about 1-2 seconds.
Hoping I can fix this myself. Any thoughts?
Thanks
Brek