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#221 of 378 Re: Running rich [stinky324] by bpeebles Dec 24, 2007 (12:43 pm)
Replying to: stinky324 (Dec 24, 2007 5:22 am) Are you suggesting that the MAP sensor is showing some kind of "spiking" in its vacuum readings? If the vacuum is not *actually* spiking, then consider flaky electrical conneciton to the sensor. Bad electrical connections can REALLY confuse the engine-computer into doing all kinds of goofy things.   As a professionl technician , somtimes you have to think "outside the box". Ask youself what else besides the obvious can cause the engine-computer to *think* the engine is running too lean.   I have heard of a weak battery causing Dakota engine-computer to behave weird.... have you validated that the battery is fully charged and all cells check out with hydrometer? Replies to this message: stinky324 (Dec 28, 2007 5:02 am)
#222 of 378 engine swap by dodgeit07 Dec 25, 2007 (6:42 pm)
i want to put a small block 350 in my dakota but before that i want to do a frame swap dose anyone know what kind of frame i should go to? Replies to this message: sjeffers (Jan 22, 2008 7:37 pm)
#223 of 378 2003 Dodge Dak 4.7 VS 2006 Dak 4.7 by jlock Dec 26, 2007 (11:42 am)
I'm hoping someone can help me, I own a 2003 Dodge Dakota it came equipped with a 4.7 magnum engine, I had to have the engine replaced and opted for a 4.7 2006 engine. Since the installation I don't have as much power as before, is there a difference in computers between the 2003 and 2006? I have begun to notice when I drive and let off the throttle I get popping nosies in the exhaust like it's almost backfiring, sounds like the timing is off, also before cranking I have to turn the ignition on let the instrument panel light up a few seconds before I crank otherwise the engine will turn over a few times before it fires up.
#224 of 378 2001 oil leak by tms7432 Dec 27, 2007 (9:44 am)
My 2001 Dakota (4.7 V8) has developed an oil leak. looks to be centered on the botom/front of the motor. almost directly behind the bottom belt pully. could this be a gasket issue? other ideas?? Replies to this message: seventy7 (Dec 27, 2007 10:34 am) ja812 (Dec 27, 2007 4:22 pm) dustyk (Dec 29, 2007 10:47 am) bpeebles (Dec 29, 2007 3:12 pm) and 1 more...
#225 of 378 Re: 2001 oil leak [tms7432] by seventy7 Dec 27, 2007 (10:34 am)
Replying to: tms7432 (Dec 27, 2007 9:44 am) I have had the same type of leak for almost 4 years now on my 2000 4.7. It started around 40K miles. It looks to be on the seal for the harmonic balancer on the crankshaft, behind the timing cover. Haven't done anything to it as it doesn't seem to be getting any worse over the last 3.5 years, but I probably lose about 2-3 litres of oil per year from the leak (never gets too low on the dipstick....just notice less oil comes out at each change). Looks to be a pain to fix it yourself as the radiator and more will have to come out to get at it. Any others have this problem, and how much work to repair?
#226 of 378 Re: 2001 oil leak [tms7432] by ja812 Dec 27, 2007 (4:22 pm)
Replying to: tms7432 (Dec 27, 2007 9:44 am) I had an oil leak in about the same spot that you are describing and it was the front seal. It cost about $130 to fix.The dealer took care of it because they changed the oil and I was a quart over.     I only have them put in 5 qts when I get my oil changed now and then I will check it when I get home and add some if I need to.   Hope this helps. Replies to this message: dustyk (Dec 29, 2007 10:47 am) bpeebles (Dec 29, 2007 3:12 pm) dustyk (Dec 31, 2007 3:29 pm)
#227 of 378 Re: Running rich [bpeebles] by stinky324 Dec 28, 2007 (5:02 am)
Replying to: bpeebles (Dec 24, 2007 12:43 pm) Did more research.....Found that tha power steering pressure switch leaks fluid, goes in wire to reach O2 sensor causing problems... This was found last night on another forum, person had same problem, checked P/S switch and it is wet along with the new O2 sensor at the wires.. I'll let you know how it works out. Thanks you seen to want to help people, that's hard to find in todays world
#228 of 378 Power Steering Switch by ronslakie1 Dec 28, 2007 (5:23 am)
I had this same problem with the leaking power steering switch. I did get a code telling me it was the power steering switch and then I changed it. I did read on another forum that if it isn't changed that the fluid would go to the O2 sensor and cause it to stop functioning and require replacement. I'm glad I caught mine before it caused an O2 sensor problem.   Ron
#229 of 378 Dakota towing additional tranny cooler? by shislop Dec 28, 2007 (8:31 am)
I am looking at a 2006 dakota quad V8 5 speed auto to tow my boat (5500 lb W/Trailler). The dealer put a class 4 hitch and wiring on. When I asked about the Tranny cooler he said it was built in. My ubderstanding was the cooler was an addition and located in front of the radiator. Am I getting a line? Replies to this message: bpeebles (Dec 28, 2007 11:30 am) ata3001 (Jan 10, 2008 6:43 am)
#230 of 378 Re: Dakota towing additional tranny cooler? [shislop] by bpeebles Dec 28, 2007 (11:30 am)
Replying to: shislop (Dec 28, 2007 8:31 am) I beleive that ALL the dakota automatic xmissions have a cooler infront of the radiator from the factory. Certainly you could add ANOTHER cooler inline with that one if you feel it is not sufficent.   If you do not beleive it, open the hood and LOOK infront of the radiator.... you should see at least 2 other smaller radiators (one for A/C and one for Xmission)   If you orderd your Dak with the "towing package", you should also find a small radiator near the power-steering pump. Replies to this message: ata3001 (Jan 10, 2008 6:43 am)

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