20 Most Recent 2005 Dodge Dakota - Page 9 Questions & Answers

The oil may be to thick or a partially blocked pick up (check the sump for a big dent) Lack of oil changes will also cause it as the oil starts turning to sludge & partially blocking things. As the oil warms it gets thinner allowing it to pass around the motor easier. I DON'T recomend the oil flushes. The motor may have to be partially disasembled eg: sump off to clean pickup or tappet cover off to replace lifters etc... Start by changeing the oil & filter with the recomended grade.

In fuel tank attached to pump

Mounted to the side of the fuel pump in the fuel tank, 2 wires usually same color..

Sounds like a drive shaft U-Joint or a brake noise.

Check your sway bar links, the two bars at each end of the sway bar, connecting to the lower control arms. Sometimes you can spray them with silicone. Most likely have to replace them. Hope this helps. TJ