1994 Dodge Dakota Consumer Discussions

Dodge Dakota Transmission Problems

• Re: 1994 dodge dakota Overdrive OFF problem PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!! [goodnewsauto]

  Written by: willieboy62 on Feb 27, 2011 12:20:10 AM

  first of all stop throwing parts, would be cheaper to take it to a repair shop! next does your truck have tilt steering or airbag very possible you have a broken wire or bad clockspring in steering column. you need to find what wires come from the switch and check to see if there is an open, broken wire or bad clockspring

• 1994 dodge dakota Overdrive OFF problem PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!

  Written by: goodnewsauto on May 7, 2010 6:26:45 PM

  First off I have given great advice from being a owner of the hideous 1998 buick regal ls. Just bought this truck yesterday and in desperate need of help. The o/d button on the left side of the steering column is not working at all. I changed the switch and nothing changed. After doing some searching on the net I changed the Speed Sensor and Nuetral Park Sensor on tranny NO ... Read More

Dodge Dakota Starting Problems

• Starts every 2 to 3 Days... Please HELP!

  Written by: dakota94 on Feb 26, 2010 7:32:15 AM

  I have a 1994 Dodge Dakota SLT with the 3.9 V-6. The truck started fine during the spring, summer and fall. Ever since the weather has turned relly cold, it only wants to start about every two to three days. You can start it up, and drive it to hell and back, and it runs just fine... As long as you don't cut it off... But when you get home, and ... Read More

Dodge Dakota Transmission Problems

• Re: No overdrive

  Written by: donavan2 on Jan 22, 2010 7:41:43 AM

  I have a 1994 dodge dakota 2wd with a 318V8 and an automatic transmission. Same as #43, mine was rebuilt by a guy who does this on the side.He put in an overhaul kit,new filter and new ATF. Also replaced solinoids in transmission. He checked and cleaned allelectrical connections including dash on/off switch. It shifts fine for 1,2 &3 but will not shift into OD. He claims that it needs a ... Read More

Dodge Dakota Engine and Underhood Questions

• Dodge Dakota '94 - Losing Power, Oil Pressure

  Written by: halgrim on Sep 29, 2009 9:59:03 AM

  I have a 1994 Dodge Dakota 4x4 V8. 103,500 miles. Low miles for such an aged vehicle. Recently, the engine has been sputtering at 2000 RPMs and losing power, and when I punch the accelerator to maintain power I get an occasional POP. From time to time, the Check Engine light comes on at the same time that the loss of power is experienced. As I said when I lose power ... Read More

Dodge Dakota Fuel Pump/Fuel System Questions

• Re: 1994 Dodge Dakota 4WD 318c.i. (5.2L) engine 5 speed Man. trans. no fuel [wonderlick]

  Written by: wonderlick on Jun 15, 2009 5:48:35 PM

  OK i found the problem myself! so to help others that might run into this here is what went down! I started checking the wire harness from the Power Distribution Center located by the battery on the drivers side wheel well. It was about 3 to 4 inches towards the fire wall i found the culprit. A connection that had corroded and rotted in-two. Spliced it together and now she is ... Read More

• 1994 Dodge Dakota 4WD 318c.i. (5.2L) engine 5 speed Man. trans. no fuel

  Written by: wonderlick on Jun 14, 2009 12:41:12 PM

  I have 1994 Dakota SLT 4wd w/ 5-speed Manual trans., that i cannot seem to get fuel to engine. Shut it off one day now nothing. have replaced fuel pump, check fuel pump relay, but fuel pump will not activate when ignition is turned on. If I shoot ether into air filter truck will start. I am getting no codes from computer even with self diagnostic. Does anyone have any suggestions ... Read More

Dodge Dakota Transmission Problems

• Does anyone know???

  Written by: dakota94 on Nov 15, 2008 12:22:47 PM

  I have a 1994 Dakota that has the 3.9 V-6 with automatic transmission... Can anyone tell me what other Dodge "years" or other Dodge vehicles that the transmissions will interchange in my Dakota? I guess mind is shot and I am wanting to go to the salvage yard and pull one, but don't know what other years or vehicles will interchange. Does anyone know?

Dodge Dakota Starting Problems

• Re: 1994 Dodge Dakota No Hot lead to coil & no spark [damguys]

  Written by: walleyed on Sep 17, 2008 7:22:46 PM

  I had the same problem... I replaced the computer, the coil, module,rotor button & cap. After all that, still the same problem. No spark from the coil!! Turns out that it was a plug from the crankshaft sensor down at the transmission, It was loose and once i took it apart and put it back togeather....Fired up and runs well. I hope that this will help someone =)

• Re: 1994 Dodge Dakota No Hot lead to coil & no spark [winger12]

  Written by: damguys on Aug 5, 2008 8:26:22 AM

  I am having the same problem with my vehicle. Did you get it fixed? What did you do? I also have an indication on the instrument panel "BUD" I don't know what that is. No spark and no fuel pump. I can jump the fuel pump relay and force it to run but still no spark. Any help would be appreciated. Damguys

Dodge Dakota Engine and Underhood Questions

• Melted EGR Valve and power loss

  Written by: nanell on May 29, 2008 8:25:23 PM

  To start out I have a 1994 dodge dakota V8 5.2 liter automatic. ABout a month ago I started to loose power and it would die on me. So I replace the EGR Valve as suggested by people on forum. But today while driving, the truck sounded as if it was not in gear and then would not accelerate well no matter how much I pushed down on the gas. Then ... Read More

Dodge Dakota Transmission Problems

• Transimission problem

  Written by: megie99 on May 5, 2008 7:05:40 AM

  Hi I have a 1994 dodge dakota v8 5.4L and when I place truck into drive it will Over rev and not shift into second, then after not shifting the trans just completely disengages and will not work until the truck is turned off and back on again. please Help. Sincerely Kyle

Dodge Dakota Electrical Problems

• Dodge Dakota headlights not working

  Written by: kc8wjg on Mar 13, 2008 2:10:23 PM

  I have a 1994 Dodge Dakota with 160000 miles. One evening, the headlights failed as I was driving home, and I had to use the high beams, though I had to pull back on the dimmer switch manually (for over 10 miles.) As soon as I let go of the switch, the highbeams went off, and they would not stay on by themselves The parking lights and all others are fine. ... Read More

Dodge Dakota Interior Issues

• 1994 Dodge Dakota Leaking Water

  Written by: alison915 on Mar 9, 2008 12:09:00 PM

  Anyone encounter this issue? Both passenger and driver side floor get wet. Don't know where its coming from. Trying to sell and need to fix. Any help is appreciated.

Dodge Dakota Starting Problems

• Dakota starting problem

  Written by: llee2 on Jan 27, 2008 1:12:48 PM

  1994 Dodge Dakota - recently replaced engine and new engine (from 2000 Dodge Dakota) will not start. Fuel pump is working (can hear it start and have fuel pressure at engine). Engine will start for a short period when starting fluid is sprayed into throttle body. Any suggestions???????

• 1994 Dodge Dakota No Hot lead to coil & no spark

  Written by: winger12 on Jan 4, 2008 8:29:47 AM

  It started intermitant dying out and now ,nothing. I have checked for spark and there is none . Two Dodge dealers shops have given up on it but there must be an answer?

Dodge Dakota Transmission Problems

• trans overdrive solenoid

  Written by: mgk8ball on Nov 24, 2007 5:33:17 PM

  I have a 1994 Dodge Dakota V8. I was wondering where the transmission overdrive solenoid is physically located on the truck. Thanks

Dodge Dakota Electrical Problems

• Dodge Dakota: Electrical Issue

  Written by: pcshark on Jun 10, 2007 2:40:01 PM

  I have a 1994 Dodge Dakota SLT auto, 3.9L V6. It will not start. The fuel isn't getting any fire in the combustion chambers. First of all, I want to explain what started this problem, because I am at fault in causing this. When this happened was exactly one year ago. I had a blown fuse in the Under-hood Power distribution center fuse box. It was the "40amp" Ignition system fuse. ... Read More

Dodge Dakota: Problems & Solutions

• got fuel got spark but no start!

  Written by: jon1975 on Apr 9, 2006 8:24:54 PM

  by the way the 1994 dodge dakota 2.5l 2wd is (TBI)

• Truck shut down and now Won't Start! (got fuel, got spark but no start)

  Written by: jon1975 on Apr 9, 2006 7:08:47 PM

  I have a 1994 dodge dakota 2.5L 2WD. My truck shut down on me the other day for no reason while driving, it made no noises or sputters,just shut down the motor,electrical system stayed workin. i've replaced plugs wires, plugs, rotor and cap. I have spark and fuel reaching the cylinder and timing is also set correctly, but vehicle will not start. cranks over smoothly but shows no attempt to start. ... Read More

Dodge Dakota Accessories and Modifications

• hurst v8 shifter - info -

  Written by: iowabigguy on Jun 5, 2001 11:53:36 AM

  COMPETITION/PLUS SHIFTER for DODGE DAKOTA The traditional Hurst Competition/Plus Shifter is now available for Dodge Dakota V8 pick-up trucks equipped with the New Venture 3500 series 5-speed transmission and is designed to provide a more positive and secure feel when shifting. This shifter incorporates a high ratio pivot mechanism for approximately 30% reduced knob travel resulting in shorter, quicker shifts. Patented adjustable bias spring loads allow stick tension to be tailored ... Read More

Dodge Dakota - General Topic

• Re: DAKOTA SLT CLUB CAB AWD [malcolm1]

  Written by: bookitty on Apr 10, 2005 7:37:10 AM

  malcom1, If you purchased a 1994 Dodge Dakota with a 4.7 V8, hold on to that truck. It will be on display at the Smithsonion Museum, because the 4.7 was not available on the Dakota until the 2000 model year. Full time 4WD is just that, an "on demand" other than 4WD lock and 4WD low range. It differs from the part time 4WD system, as it has a differential within ... Read More