20 Most Recent 1998 Dodge Dakota - Page 9 Questions & Answers

you need to take the shift unit apart. check to make sure it is calibrated for the gear it is in. if it is at the tranny, (why did you think to push on it there? _) then your linkage has a worn part or connection has loosened in the linkage. chek the switch to see if it has come loose or is worn. If you need further help, reach me via phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/ray_6d6dc1dfa6f18dc1

replace the frost plug

Fuel rail problem, maybe ? Check fuel rail pressures.

Do you hear fuel pump turn on

How do you know this?

Dodge did not put "alarm systems" on there trucks during that generation all there is, is an keyless entry and panic button. anything else is aftermarket

Look at scan tool data Something sure isn't right Don't need a check light on to have codes or problems

Usually it does not go directly to the battery. What problem are you having?

Hi Josh, Sounds to me as if you've got serious engine damage. This will probably need a replacement engine or a rebuild. Sorry pal. Regards John

check the rear wheel sensor wires and sensors . IT appears that the ABS is receiving ( or not receiving a signal telling the unit that the wheels spinning) a bad signal saying that the wheels are stopped and so the fluid to the wheels is restricted to allow them to spin. Check the fluid level in the reservoir as there may be no oil in the section of the master cylinder for the rear wheels and that half is not working

Replacement of the heater core requires COMPLETE REMOVAL of the dashboard assembly. It will also require discharging of the A/C system. It is not a task to be undertaken by the novice as it is easily possible to end up with a very messy and expensive repair bill if you screw it up. Many electrical/vacuum connections as well as the A/C system discharge, cooling system drain, and airbag system disabling makes this a job for the experienced DIYer or better yet, a trained mechanic.

If your truck has a fan clutch check to see if it is good.

The sending unit should be near the distributor on top of the engine.

Check the universal joints in the front, or if you've put oversized tires on and the alignment was out it could do it

Look on both sides of the engine block and on the heads .