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Dodge Dakota rear-end noise

51 messages,  Last post on Jun 18, 2010 at 3:34 PM

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#43 of 51 by greasesister

Mar 16, 2009 (12:43 pm)

no dusty iam not a very good typist at all i used the copy thing on the mouse yes you are right at where iam at ok got a good idea now on the next step might need your advice again have a great day

#44 of 51 Re: limited-slip differential failure [dustyk] by dakota28

Dec 09, 2009 (1:30 pm)

Replying to: dustyk (Sep 13, 2007 5:43 pm)
Is that why on 2008 dakota there's a lifetime, unlimited miles warranty on their powertrain? I noticed it's not there anymore, probably too expensive. I wonder if they'd even honor that now with troubles and Fiat taking over. Maybe Dodge will get on board with a small deisel or gas saving engine by 2012. If not they'll be left behind. The Ram is awesome now for 2009, but those of us that want a true smaller body on frame truck or SUV to tow with get the shaft after 2010. No pun intended.

#45 of 51 94 DODGE DAKOTA by dbuster

Dec 20, 2009 (8:50 pm)

I HAVE A 4X4 DAKOTA THAT HAS A LIMITED SLIP REAR END, MY PLAN IS TO PUT A 1/2 TON REAR END UNDER IT WITH POS TRAC. ANYONE HAVE ANY ADVICE ON THIS? YES I KNOW I WILL HAVE TO HAVE IT SHORTENED
 
THANKS

#46 of 51 P0171 97 dakota by flap10

Mar 23, 2010 (5:47 pm)

Hi all
 
I have a 2wd 97 dakota sport with a 3.9L and 105000 kms. I got a code P0171 and I can to repair the problem is to clean the maf sensor and check for vacuum leaks. My truck does't have a maf sensor and I can't find any leaks. The truck runs rough and there seems like theres gas getting into my oil pan. Any ideas?
Thanks

#47 of 51 whinning/grinding by eddie79

Jun 17, 2010 (3:17 pm)

Hi all,
    I have a '00 Dodge Dakota 5.9 w/4wd. Bought it about 2 months ago and was very satisfied. Has everything I was looking for. About a week ago, I noticed a whinning sound coming from the rear end, especially when maintaining a certain speed (between 45-50 mph). And as I come to a stop, it will make a slight grinding noise. So for the moment, it's now "resting" til I can figure out what the problem is. I've been given some options as to what could be the cause...
 
1.Spider gears going bad
2.U-joint needle bearings
3.Bad LSD clips
 
   That's to name a few, I'm sure. I don't mind working on any vehicle but transmissions and related components are my weakness. If there are any other options or ideas, it would be greatly appreciated. I fear if I take it into a shop first, it's gonna cost me way too much for them to even look at it and then just suggest what it could be. Thanks again.
 
-Eddie

#48 of 51 Re: whinning/grinding [eddie79] by eddie79

Jun 17, 2010 (3:19 pm)

Replying to: eddie79 (Jun 17, 2010 3:17 pm)
P.S. It only has 86,xxx miles

#49 of 51 Re: whinning/grinding [eddie79] by fawlrud

Jun 17, 2010 (10:29 pm)

Replying to: eddie79 (Jun 17, 2010 3:19 pm)
i posted an inquiry like yours years ago, and nobody has a die hard remedy. while it was under warranty, i had the ring and pinion gears in my 2003 Dakota (4x4, 4.8L, 9.25 rear) changed out three times... the problem was briefly silenced, but 2k mi later, more obnoxious banshee wailing. as long as you make sure to keep your diff fluid changed at the proper intervals, check often for water invasion (if your diff ingests water, the gear oil will be a nasty, grey milk with the consistency of pottery slip), you're good to go. there are no less than 5 reasons the diff starts to make that damn noise - drive axle-to-diff yoke connection angle is off (a bitch to set properly), ring/pinion gear offset not 100% correct (another bitch to set properly), diff fluid degraded (if you tow a lot or hard launch often), diff full of water (if you wash your undercarriage vigourously or drive through flooded streets), diff fluid level incorrect (check vehicle manual for proper spec) - and, unless you find a whole lot of metal flakes or bits stuck in the diff when you do a fluid change or notice grinding/slipping/banging from that end of your truck, you're fine. Apparently, there's even a TSB floating out there that states "if technician can turn up the radio to a sensible level and drown out the whining, no service required." The Chrysler 9.25 is a really solid piece of hardware, and the 8.25 isn't far behind. Yes, you could be OCD about this and have a reputable mechanic check everything listed above, but, to be brutally frank, it's just a Dodge that sings under load at 40-55 mph. I agree that this is a retarded problem to have to put up with, but you're in no real danger of a costly repair as a general rule. hope that helps in spite of the grin and bear it reality of German-American engineering (thanks a lot, Dr. Z)...

#50 of 51 Re: whinning/grinding [fawlrud] by eddie79

Jun 18, 2010 (7:27 am)

Replying to: fawlrud (Jun 17, 2010 10:29 pm)
Ha!! It's funny you mentioned turning up the radio. My wife told me to do that. The fluid will be the first thing I check. I crawled under it yesterday and noticed off the bat that there's a leak coming from behind the propeller joint. It's not enough of a leak that it's "pouring" out, but enough to make me want to check it out. And I don't have the symptoms you mentioned about the slipping and banging. In fact, it shifts just fine. I don't tow hardly anything other than my boat, which is just a 14 1/2 ft. john boat. I wouln't think that the 'kota couldn't handle that. I appreciate your insight. Thanks!
 
-Eddie

#51 of 51 Re: whinning/grinding [eddie79] by fawlrud

Jun 18, 2010 (3:34 pm)

Replying to: eddie79 (Jun 18, 2010 7:27 am)
At 45k mi, i also had a leak between the prop U-joint and diff housing. Exactly the same as what you described. Chrysler paid to fix that - extended warranty paid for itself several times. Again, not a serious issue, and it may be leaking because of gear oil overfilling. There's a digital version of the early 2000s Ram factory technician's manual floating around online (almost all specs are identical to Dakota). Greatest free download ever, especially if you're handy at mechanic's work.

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