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378 messages, Last post on Nov 25, 2009 at 9:20 PM
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Recently purchased a used 2001 Dodge Dakota, V6, 2WD. At 50-65 mph, on level road, it surges. The RPM will be at 1500 and move up to 2000 and then back to 1500. Sometimes moves up to 1700-1800 and then back to 1500. Dodge dealership won't try to repair it until they feel the "surging"...Any thoughts on what it could be and is it expensive? Thanks..Jim
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Change the Throttle Position Sensor (TPS); $35 to $45 bucks. Easy to replace,,,,,fixed mine. Mick |
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Replying to: willett (Sep 13, 2006 7:29 am)
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Replying to: willett (Sep 14, 2006 2:18 pm) Regards, Dusty |
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Replying to: kcram (Oct 18, 2006 7:53 pm) I own a 2002 Dodge Dakota 2X4 regular cab. Several months ago (around the time I passed 30,000 miles) a klunking noise started occurring underneath my feet at or around the base of the steering column. When I took it to the dealer the service manager (who also owns a 2002 Dakota) told me that he issue is in the "steering knuckle" and the only fix to to grease it, but other that hte klunking noise and feeling there's nothing mechanically wrong with this issue. I find this hard to believe as this has gotten worse since it started and the manager told me this is normal occurence for Dakotas once they reach around 30,000 miles. This doesn't seem right as I wouldn't have bought the truck if I had know this. A second question I have is whether any other Dodge owners feel their windshield has become too pitted and scratched through normal wear and tear on the vehicle. I've never had such an issue with ANY other car I've owned. A third question is does the insterior side of anyone's Dakota or Ram winshield frost up as much or more than the outside on days when the temperature is and stays below freezing? Thank you.
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Replying to: reddakota02 (Oct 21, 2006 11:31 am) But it is NOT a normal thing to expect from a Dakota. You might think about seeking another Dodge service department. The service manager at your dealership is full of BS. This issue can be isolated to the ball joints by greasing them. If the klunking stops or is greatly reduced, worn joints are a likely suspect. A worn intermediate steering shaft can cause this, too, and is also somewhat common. The upper joints should have been recalled and replaced. My 2003 Dakota at 70,000 miles has some pits but I would not judge them, or the condition of the glass to be inordinate. My ex-wifes Toyota Avalon is much, much worse at 98,000 miles. Regarding moisture forming on the inside of the windshield glass, yes, in rainy weather I do experience some of that, but the defroster clears it readily. Best regards, Dusty
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Hi Guys its been a while. I have 64k miles on my 01 QC 4x4 4.7L and have been getting a check engine light on. It seems to do it more when the truck is under high speed and or load on a long drive. I believe P306 is cyl.#6 misfire. I have approx 15k on new plugs, same that came with the truck. Does anyone know what can cause this. Should I change #6 plug and if so what one is that one. Any other possible causes. Thanks for any responses. Tom.
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Replying to: gtownguy (Nov 06, 2006 5:54 am) |
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A second problem I have with my 70K truck is also sporadic and 2 dealers couldn't figure anything out. The truck will start to increase engine speed, in gear, when stopped with foot brake at an intersection. It will almost send me into the intersection! I have to apply more pressure to remain stopped. You would think Dodge dealers would consider this pretty serious, I do. After sevral failed visits to find anything to fix, they suggested changing plugs, air filter and pvc valve which I did. No small task and I am a mechanic of sorts. This seemed to work immediately, but 2 weeks later, it returned. I have not done 70K service yet as I don't trust dealer and want to perform myself, as much as possible or find a good mechanic in this new area for me of Portland, Oregon. Thanks, signed Speedy!
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