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Replying to: hadin (Dec 15, 2008 10:51 am) Good luck, Dusty |
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I posted this up before a couple of months back and I'm hoping for any help in a dx of this issue so I can take care of it. Any help is greatly appreciated. 2000 Dakota, 3.9 V6 2WD with an automatic transmission. The issue has been occuring for the last 2 years but rather infrequently. When making a left turn my truck falls out of gear.I usually handle it by laying off the gas and letting it shift down before coming to a complete stop. Then give it some gas and everything is fine again. I thought it might be a sensor but before I take it apart to replace the throttle sensor I just wanted to get a 2nd or 3rd opinion before "operating" on her. The truck runs fine and the fluid is good on it. With 130,000 miles on it I know I'm probably getting to the point where I may need a new ride sooner before later but I'd like to keep this truck around for a long time. Again any help is greatly appreciated. -Pete
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Replying to: pwalk (Dec 15, 2008 12:29 pm) First, verify the fluid level. The vehicle must be on a level surface, the engine at normal operating temperature and the transmission in neutral. A low fluid level will cause this symptom. Check the Throttle Position cable that goes from the throttlebody linkage to a pivot shaft on the left side of the transmission just forward of the large electrical connector. Check for binding by moving the cable end at the pivot shaft. There should be no signs of binding and the pivot shaft should return to the rest position consistently each time its moved. There should be a small return spring on the pivot bracket. A missing or broken return spring is a common occurrence on older, high mileage vehicles, especially those exposed to road ice removal chemicals. The pivot shaft seals sometimes get hard and can cause the shaft to stick. If the Throttle Position Cable and Pivot check okay, you might have a low line pressure problem. Draining the fluid and replacing the transmission filter might fix this, especially if its never been done before. Remember, use only ATF+3 or ATF+4 in this transmission only. Do not substitute! Regards, Dusty |
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My 99 Dakota 3.9 A/T keeps slipping when turning left, and even downshifts when going up a left hand hill. I put fluid in and went on a 900 mile trip for 2 months and returned with no problems, except the lake of tranny fluid after I got back from this long trip. I have purchased RTV gasket maker for the fluid replacement, but not sure where to purchase the specific fluid - is the dealership the only place to get guaranteed correct fluid for the tranny on this truck? I'm getting ready to go back on this 900 mile trip this weekend and want to know what precautions I need to take prior to making the trip. Any help would be much appreciated! 
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Replying to: dustyk (Dec 09, 2008 4:55 pm) |
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Replying to: dudeman1 (Dec 15, 2008 7:26 pm) Chrysler makes a chemically compatible RTV for Chrysler-built transmissions, it is Mopar ATF-RTV, MS-GF41B, #05010884AA. I've used other RTV brands in the past and all leaked eventually. Something in ATF+3 or 4 softens regular RTV. Best regards, Dusty |
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Replying to: dge330 (Dec 15, 2008 8:42 pm) The Govenor Pressure Sensor is mounted to the Governor Body and the Transmission Temperature Sensor is mounted to the Governor Pressure Sensor. There is also a Governor Pressure Solenoid mounted to the govenor body that must be removed for disassembly. It requires a new O-ring when reassembled. Do not use the old O-ring. The Output Speed Sensor is mounted in the overdrive case and is removeable from the outside of the transmission. Are you sure you want to do this? Regards, Dusty |
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Replying to: dustyk (Dec 16, 2008 7:20 am)
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before i go to the transmission shop, wanted to just flush the trans, add the Atf-4 and hope for positive results. the oil change shop around the corner gave me a price of 175 and they still need to see the pan. is this a fair price????? sorry to sound so needy, but i have been leasing Suv's for the past 10 years and i'm not up on the cost of repairs and maintanence. hadin-
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Replying to: dge330 (Dec 16, 2008 12:52 pm) Good luck! Regards, Dusty |
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