20 Most Recent 1998 Dodge Dakota - Page 2 Questions & Answers

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Very similar to replacing the seal on the rear differential, although the factory service manual recommends using a special tool to pull the companion flange (that the propeller shaft bolts to) from the pinion after removing the retaining nut. Also, the FSM states you must apply a preload to the pinion using a crush washer when you reinstall the companion flange/pinion nut. This will affect the proper engagement of the pinion and ring gear.

trans module

check transmission mount?

I am assuming you installed a used or junkyard PCM into the vehicle. You are probably experiencing issues from a misprogrammed unit. Each PCM is programmed to the VIN-specific installed components of the vehicle. For example, my 1999 Dakota did not come with a factory anti-theft system installed. If I change PCMs to one that does, it will do exactly what yours is doing since there is nothing installed to tell the PCM that the anti-theft system is working. Many shops and most dealers can reprogram these units. They use the VIN from the vehicle and download the programming from the manufacturer and flash the PCM. Most DIYers do not have the equipment nor the subscription(s) to the manufacturers to get this data.

Hello Dholton, A battery could show 12.6 volts under no load but as soon as you place a load on a BAD battery the output voltage will drop. Have your battery load tested (a carbon pile tester simulates a load based upon your batteries CCA rating) I suspect you have a bad battery.

I would be inclined to say that you didn't tighten the battery cables enough, there is corrosion between the cables and the connections. Did you use the appropriate washer when you re attached the cables at the fender? Grounds can be fussy sometimes. Even a layer of paint in between the washer and the fender will show a bad ground..

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Bad hydraulics (leaking/spongy) and worn out clutch have opposite symptoms. If the clutch does NOT ENGAGE - get the vehicle moving - you probably need to replace the clutch and/or pressure plate. If the clutch does NOT DISENGAGE - you can't get the transmission into gear, or there is difficulty or grinding when trying to shift between gears - your hydraulic system is not moving the clutch release arm far enough to disengage the clutch.

YEAH... I TRIED ALL that TOO... Hello Tim Carson, Finally I got codes read... and it said the OXYGEN SENSORS were complaining... OBD... DTC (on-board-diagnostic... DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES) So... of course I changed the... OXYGEN SENSORS. The "NEW" OXYGEN SENSORS complained just as well... I have subsequently learned the "SENSORS" are just doing their job... In my case reporting on a collapsed catalytic converter. (muffler is actually a MORE common blockage). A little hunting around... like Auto-Zone ... Napa auto... Pep-boys... O'Reilly Auto Parts... even MIDAS might yield FREE READINGs... (check around). Just remember to wear your best SALES RESISTANCE... and look up you prices on ROCKAUTO... before you go... 1998 DODGE DAKOTA 5 9L V8 Catalytic Converter RockAuto Carnac the Magnificent

yeah, it does sound like dirty fluid or even that solenoid, which is usually the shifting culprit, you might want to stay away from changing that valve tho, it is very involved, and the valve body has to come off, which there are two bearings which govern the direction of fluid flow, so stay away from that, just do what you can do which is the filter and the solenoid. you'll be fine.

Check that fuses 18 and 19 are both good (located in junction block under cover at left end of dash). And check that the ground wire for the airbag system is grounded. It is a wire with an eyelet that attaches to a fastener on the left side of the transmission hump near the airbag controller.

P0743 torque convirtor circuit malfunction P0753 3-4 shift solonoid

I think you have a defective door ajar switch, this makes the control module think the door is open, that explains the light and the key in ignition warning.

seems with the Info you provided ,, that you are getting NO Spark ,,,ck. coil wire ,,for corrosion ,,and then coil ,,,Dist. cap ,,,and Dist. Rotor ,,,,,LMK ,,,