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Replying to: CharDak (Nov 30, 2008 11:27 am) If your symptom is as described, the likely problem is severe loss of pump pressure. In my experience this is caused by a clogged Anti-Drain Back Valve, Transmission Filter, or clogged cooling lines. The problem is that insufficient fluid flow may have caused burned clutches or overdrive unit. However, there are other possible causes that may may not require a complete overhaul. I will bet this vehicle's transmission was not properly maintained. Unfortunately, you are likely stuck with the problem now. I would have the transmission overhauled and rebuild by a reputable transmission technician that will ensure that all of the updates have been performed (there are a number of them). Once this is done and you change fluid and filters regularly per the scheduled service interval, you should be able to have a reliable transmission for at least 100,000 miles. Regards, Dusty
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Replying to: dustyk (Nov 30, 2008 7:17 pm) I bought another trans from a local yard(it was alot cheaper than an over haul, and im on a VERY strict budget) I also ordered a Transgo shift kit for it, which I hope as their site says will remedy the problems that cause trans failure. I will take care of this new trans like it is my son, I love my truck and it kills me to see it just sitting in my driveway. Thanks again Dusty, after spending a night reading EVERY post in this section I was hoping you would be the one who responded to me.
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I saw that someone else had this problem but I never saw a response to his particular problem. I have a 1996 Dodge Dakota with a 3.9L V-6. Up to this point, I've had no problems. A while back I had a problem starting my truck. I turned the key and nothing, just silence. I was baffled. Somehow or another I took the truck out of park into neutral and then put it back into park and it started right up. I was thinking my Transmission might be slipping. The Other day, I pulled into work and put the truck in park and went to reach over to get my gym bag and the truck took off in reverse almost hitting a car behind me. Scared sensless and thinking I had mistakenly put it in reverse I drove back to my spot and put the truck in park again. Took my foot off of the break and it again took off in reverse. I pulled back forward, put the truck in park, shut it off and put the E brake on. The indicator that shows what gear I'm in (P-R-N-D-2-1) is now off by a half a mark, ie. Neutral now shows as reverse, etc. The truck is still driveable right now but will not shift into Park. Any help would be appreciated.
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Replying to: findme23rls (Nov 23, 2008 9:58 am) |
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Replying to: CharDak (Dec 01, 2008 6:23 am) One thing I'd like to add is the importance of flushing the cooling lines after a rebuilt or a swap. The way you describe the magnet, I am worried that the cooling lines are restricted. This is a VERY common problem, and not just on Mopars. Best regards, Dusty |
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Replying to: findme23rls (Nov 23, 2008 9:58 am) The Shift Cable is binding or is badly out of adjustment. You could have a problem with the Transmission Range Sensor, but this is very rare and equally doubtful. I suggest taking it to the dealer for repair. Best regards, Dusty
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Replying to: dakota94 (Nov 15, 2008 12:22 pm) You can't use an "RH" to replace a "RE," and vice-versa. Swaping transmissions from different years is not an approach I recommend, since there are often changes and differences (axle ratio, for example) that will have a bearing on transmission performance, reliability, and sometimes suitability. Good luck, Dusty |
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Replying to: gocatsgo08 (Nov 12, 2008 6:44 am) |
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Replying to: dustyk (Dec 03, 2008 6:15 pm)
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