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Re: neutral safety switch [tkavanaugh]
by iscort
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Feb 26, 2007 (12:23 pm)
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Replying to: tkavanaugh (Feb 11, 2007 7:25 pm)
Did you ever get a good answer or fix for this problem, I have a 01 dodge ram 2500 and put in a 02 tranny wnd the mechanic just grounded the neutral switch so it wouls start, it drove fine for a few months, then the computer went out not sure if the tranny cuased this but after i installed new computer the tranny has frozen or the torque converter is plugged up. thanks in advanced for your help.
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- #107 of 693
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Re: Dakota Overdrive Whine [tyrant8499]
by kd4iiw
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Feb 27, 2007 (12:47 pm)
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Replying to: tyrant8499 (Jan 29, 2007 8:01 am)
I am thinking about a 2006 Dakota. Any pros cons?
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- #108 of 693
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Re: Dakota tranny doesn't engage [scoopyex]
by 93dakota
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Mar 01, 2007 (10:49 am)
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Replying to: scoopyex (Aug 14, 2006 9:37 am)
hey im having the same problems with my 93 dakota and i was wonderin if you replaced the tps yet or found the problem..if you could let me know as soon as possible i would appreciate it...antwon22 hotmail.com...
also if anyone else know what might be causeing my automatic dakota to have delayed engagement into drive and reverse and also flair up between shifts i would really appreciate the info....thanx
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- #109 of 693
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Re: Dakota tranny doesn't engage [93dakota]
by scoopyex
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Mar 01, 2007 (11:07 am)
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Replying to: 93dakota (Mar 01, 2007 10:49 am)
I replaced the tps and it solved my shifting problems. The other problem I had was that the truck wouldn't move when I inititially put the truck into drive after a cold start. I disconnected the battery cable for 10 minutes or so and it seemed to cure that issue. Apparently there's a software bug in the tranmission controller and this is a common problem. I also replaced the two filters in the transmission and replaced the fluid with Chrysler spec fluid. I'm not sure if Your 93 Dak has the same transmission and Your problem may be being caused by something else. Since I changed the tps and spark plugs fuel economy has been pretty good. Before doing any of that I could drive 3 miles to work and watch my fuel guage dropping dramatically. It was horrible on gas and I was sorry that I had bought the truck just when fuel prices where sky rocketing.
Hope this helps
My Dak is a 2000 Dakota Sport 4X4, 4.7 v8 w/ 4 speed automatic
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- #110 of 693
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Re: Dakota tranny doesn't engage [scoopyex]
by 93dakota
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Mar 01, 2007 (11:45 am)
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Replying to: scoopyex (Mar 01, 2007 11:07 am)
alrite thanx man i really appreciate it!
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- #111 of 693
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Re: Dakota Overdrive Whine [kd4iiw]
by dustyk
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Mar 01, 2007 (4:40 pm)
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Replying to: kd4iiw (Feb 27, 2007 12:47 pm)
I had use of a 2005 some time back and I was impressed with pretty much everything about it except the interior appointment, which is a little too bland for my taste. I'm comparing this to my 2003 Dakota Sport. The 2005 was quieter than mine and was exceptionally solid, rode a little better and handled a little better.
Regards,
Dusty
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- #112 of 693
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05 Dakota Trans stalls engine
by topix
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Mar 10, 2007 (5:29 pm)
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My 05 Dakota 4x4 4.7L w/ 7500 miles when cold stalls engine when coming to stop. After coming to a stop, the trans kick down to a lower gear pretty hard. It the brakes are set lightly it will surge forward slightly. If brakes are set hard, engine stalls. Only happens when engine and trans are cold - only first 2-3 miles of driving. Been to dealer a couple of times, and they can't find a thing. No codes set, and of course, cannot duplicate. Anyone else having similar problem or possible solution?
Thanks
russ
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- #113 of 693
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trans
by blk4x4
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Mar 11, 2007 (10:32 am)
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check the level of your trans fluid... if it isn't low maybe try changing the filter could be defective...
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- #114 of 693
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Re: trans [blk4x4]
by scoopyex
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Mar 11, 2007 (4:09 pm)
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Replying to: blk4x4 (Mar 11, 2007 10:32 am)
try changing your throttle position sensor. it's about $25.00 from the local parts stores and may cure your problem for short money. The TPS doesn't toss codes but will make your 4.7 and tranny do odd things when it's all munged up inside. It only takes about 2 minutes to change it if You have the proper torx bit driver handy. Before I replaced mine on my 2000 Dak with 4.7, there were no codes, but the engine wanted to idle at lower than normal rpms and the transmission was acting strange. also, before You start Your Dak, pump the fuel pedal from closed to fully open a dozen times before actually starting the truck. You might just have bad contacts (munged up) and it's causing Your problem when it's cold (as mine did) and when it gets warm it makes a better connection inside because the components have warmed up and expanded and making a much better contact.
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- #115 of 693
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Re: trans [scoopyex]
by dustyk
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Mar 13, 2007 (3:11 am)
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Replying to: scoopyex (Mar 11, 2007 4:09 pm)
I was thinking the same thing.
There is no single component on a Dodge truck that can cause so many varied and strange symptoms as the Throttle Position Sensor.
However, I would first suspect the transmission cable sticking, especially since the symptom is related to temperature.
Regards,
Dusty
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