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Dodge Dakota problem
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Need Advice Regarding My Fogged Dakota Headlight
Hey everyone. I hope I've posted this in the correct forum section. If not, please forgive me. I couldn't find the troubleshooting/problems section. Anyways, I own a 2005 Dodge Dakota (salvage title, I bought it from a car mechanic off of craigslist), of which the headlight (driver side) has gotten foggy. It's certainly not as transparent as the passenger side light. At first I wasn't sure why one was foggy and ... Read More
Dodge Dakota Transmission Problems
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Re: 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab [smithj92]
It's hard to say what would cause the stall. Does it seem to start up ok while in park? When you move it into D..does it drop in rpm first and then stall..or stall immediately as you move the gear shift? Have you tried moving it from park to neutral..what does it do in neutral? There are many reasons for it to stall..something in the transmission is telling the PCM to ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab [carverman]
I have a 96 Dakota 4x4 quad cab and its problems started out as the transmission would get hot and wouldn't shift passed 2 gear so I took it to the shop and they said that I needed a new one that rebuilding it would cost more so then the next day I started it up and went to put it in any gear my truck would stall right away what ... Read More
2005 dodge dakota 4wd engages by it's self
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Re: 2005 dodge dakota 4wd engages by it's self [pj56]
If you pull the 4WD unit's fuse, it will not engage, so no matter what state it is in (or what the 4WD encoder in the unit thinks it's in) nothing happens until you put the +12 volt fuse back in which starts the process all over again. If the 4WD fail indicator is coming on...the PCM is posting a P-xxxx code and you need an ODBII code reader to read ... Read More
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Re: 2005 dodge dakota 4wd engages by it's self [pj56]
It's hard to diagnose what the situation is with your 4WD transfer case. From your description, there has to be an anomaly where the power available to the transfer case is controlling the electric motor that engages the 4WD unit. Something is obvious not in a proper state (engage/disengage) and if that is the case..the PCM which is still energized even with the ignition switch off, can be receiving a incorrect ... Read More
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Re: 2005 dodge dakota 4wd engages by it's self [carverman]
It is odd. I did try turning the engage knob off several times, but a few days later, it will start doing it again. I pulled the 25 amp fuse out for serveral months, and the engagement noise went away. I put the fuse back in and it is back, but this time, I am sometimes getting a 4wd fail light while driving with the fuse in.
Dodge Dakota Transmission Problems
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Re: 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab [squeek03]
"accelerated to 45 MPH at 3700 rpm. When I released the gas pedal it downshifted and felt like "rear end" locked up." 3700 rpm is definitely too high for 45mph. It appears that the PCM is no longer involved with shifting the gear ranges, and it's the hydraulic fluid pump pressure building up, operating the shift valves in the transmission's control valve body. The rear end feeling like it is locking ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab [carverman]
Carverman, I suppose I am not good at explaining. But here today it did it once again. I will try and explain todays actions. It is cludy and 40 degrees today. I left for lunch and got onto the highway and it accelerated to 45 MPH at 3700 rpm. When I released the gas pedal it downshifted and felt like "rear end" locked up. Once again as previously noted it might ... Read More
2005 dodge dakota 4wd engages by it's self
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Re: 2005 dodge dakota 4wd engages by it's self [carverman]
the truck is an automatic and has 99,000 miles on the unit. The article just mentioned is very informitive. Thank you for that, but mentions it is for 2004 and older. I am wondering about the mode sensor or what I call the ECM (module that the fuses are mounted on) is shorted out in there causing power to the mode sensor. It is just strange, the vehicle could be sitting ... Read More
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Re: 2005 dodge dakota 4wd engages by it's self [pj56]
You didn't mention the model and I assume you have the automatic transmission with your 4x4..in which case you will hav either the NV233HD or NV244HD transfer case, both are electronically shifted by the TCCM (Transfer Case Control Module)...so you may have a selector switch (dash) or mode sensor issue, that needs replacing on the encoder motor in the transfer case. Read this article for a better description on how it ... Read More
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2005 dodge dakota 4wd engages by it's self
My 2005 dodge dakata 4wd, with the ignition switch off, I can sometimes walk by and hear my 4wd trying to engage. it trys to engage, then stops, and repeats it's self. I took the 25 amp fuse out for now, until the problem can be resolve. Any Ideas?
Dodge Dakota Transmission Problems
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Re: 2005 dakota slips, hesitates and "thunks" at 10 mph when accelerating [sheaster]
This is a delayed shift from 1st to 2nd? What is the rpm when the shift finally occurs? And they rebuilt the transmission? What exactly did they do to it? The Dodge automatic is a complex transmission, with a oil pump, 2 planetary gear sets, a set of clutches, a set of bands and the servos to operate them as well as a valve control body, a pressure governor, variable force ... Read More
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2005 dakota slips, hesitates and "thunks" at 10 mph when accelerating
What would cause my 2005 Dodge Dakota to have these symptoms? Upon accelerating, at 10 mph, the transmission seems to make a "thunk" noise, I feel a mild jolt, and the shifting hesitates and then grabs. It has consistently been doing this for 2 weeks,and only at 10 mph. A transmission place said no codes came up when tested. They rebuilt the transmission at a huge cost. I just got it ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab [squeek03]
I thought it some more about your transmission problem, and there has to be more to this story than what you have described here. The transmission downshifting from O/D to 3rd is a normal occurrance and should not lock up the rear wheels as you have described, causing you to lose control. The transmission has electro-mechanical as well as pressure controls to facilitate up and down shifting. The upshifting is done ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab [squeek03]
That is very strange to have an erratic downshift on top of a hill climb that forced a downshift like that from 0/D to 3rd. With no codes available and the truck disabled and the diagnostic connector hooked up afterwards, any codes that might have been there maybe were gone? The only thing I can think of on that kind of hard downshift from o/D to 3rd is that the transmission ... Read More
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2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab
I have a 05 dakota with a automatic V8. I bought it used last year around March. In Nov. I drove to Illinois, Im in south, and noticed on my trip it started down shifting hard from od to 3rd. Once I noticed it I pulled over and checked fluids. They were fine. Then as I proceeded on it would race up in rpms like around 4500 when I would left ... Read More
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Re: Trans Code Question: 2005 Dodge Dakota [kimberlyjacker]
HuH? I don't understand what you mean "goes up to 2 1/2 when I first start it and idles down the road" If you have the 46re transmission with the shift solenoid, the PCM will shift from 1st to 2nd around 2500 rpm, then from 2nd to 3rd around 2200rpm. Once in 3rd gear, it will shift to OD and the rpms will drop down to about 1500rpm as long as ... Read More
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Re: Trans Code Question: 2005 Dodge Dakota [carverman]
Oh, I forgot those details. Sorry. I have a 4x4 quad cab automatic V8. Yes, the RPM's do go up to 2 1/2 when I first start it and it usually idles down about one minute down the road. This happens either in drive or reverse, they both hesitate and get the higher RPM's when first started in the morning and again when I get out of work. The dealership cleaned ... Read More
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Re: Trans Code Question: 2005 Dodge Dakota [lil_tiger77]
Need more specific info. Is this a V6 or a V8? You didn't mention if this was a 4x4 or a 2wd, but the codes the way I'm interpret them is p0700 (TCM transmission Control Module) is a transmission control system malfunction. Couldn't find the p0876 code ..are you sure you read the code right? The dakota doesn't have a transaxle, if it's a 4x4 it will have a transfer case ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Dakota shifting problem [walt37]
grumpymike1, I have a 2006 Dodge Dakota that I have only owned for a month. I took it back to the dealership three times for exactly the problem you're describing. I was sure it was having serious transmission problems. In the end they told me that's just the way the Dakota's act in the morning when you first shift into gear it hesitates. How long have you owned your truck?
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Trans Code Question: 2005 Dodge Dakota
I really do not know a lot about cars and fixing them. So that said, engine light came on this afternoon, got the codes read. They were P0700 and P0876. Which could be a number of different things going haywire in my truck. It says, "the TCM has detected that the UD pressure switch is in the wrong state for the current gear," and "received signal that the transaxle control module ... Read More
Caliper Issues with Dodge Dakotas?
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Re: Caliper Issues with Dodge Dakotas? [mpls6256]
I had one caliper seize up on my 2005 Dakota Quad cab. This happened two times. The first time ruined the brake pads, which I replaced, keeping the same calipers. The second time I caught it in time (noticed the pads were dragging), so was able to fix by just working on the calipers. All this was in less than 25,000 miles. There are a couple of reasons a caliper might ... Read More
Dodge Dakota Stalling and Dying Problems
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Dodge Dakota (05) was towed in
My 2005 Dodge Dakota (Quad Cab 2wd) check engine light came on this past Monday evening. Called my dad & he wanted to get "the codes". However, he could not get a code. I called made an appointment with my mechanic for Saturday-my truck seemed to be running fine! On Friday, I was sitting idle for appx 4 minutes & I began to accelerate and the truck wanted to die. I ... Read More
Dodge Dakota Braking Problems
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Re: ABS issue 2005 Dodge Dakota [srs_49]
Thank you for replying to the message srs. That does make sense to me in regards to the way the ABS is functioning. I didn't realize it was rear only ABS. I am accustomed to a sedan with ABS and it was totally different. This really helped out a lot and thank you for replying. Matt
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Re: ABS issue 2005 Dodge Dakota [mforman]
Doesn't the ABS only work on the rear brakes? So the front wheels can still lock up, but at least the light back end won't come around on you. At least that's the theory.
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ABS issue 2005 Dodge Dakota
Hello All I am hoping someone may have some insight on the issue I am having with my 2005 Dakota. No dash lights are signaling an error, but when I stop on a slick surface my ABS system turns on for a second or so then the truck starts sliding until it stops. Very rarely does the ABS system turn on after the first attempt, and if it does it is ... Read More
Dodge Dakota Warning Lights and Trouble Codes
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ABS issue 2005 Dodge Dakota
Hello All I am hoping someone may have some insight on the issue I am having with my 2005 Dakota. No dash lights are signaling an error, but when I stop on a slick surface my ABS system turns on for a second or so then the truck starts sliding until it stops. Very rarely does the ABS system turn on after the first attempt, and if it does it is ... Read More
Dodge Dakota 4x4 Problems
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Re: 2005 Shiting in & out of 4WD [cmcmullin]
My 2005 Dodge Dakota 4x4 V6 also started shifting in and out of 4wd by itself and doing it when even the engine is off. My shop said the Front Control Module "probably" needs to be replaced. It costs about $600. Has anyone replaced that part to solve this problem? If so, any recommendations on where to buy this part on-line cheaper? I only plan on keeping truck for another year ... Read More
Dodge Dakota Electrical Problems
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Re: No low beams [netpicker2000]
I had a similar problem that requires replacing the multifunction switch / stalk in the steering column (see message 416-419). Here are websites for disassembling the steering column and replacing the switch unit. Be sure to disable the airbag in the steering. http://dodgeforum.com/forum/2nd-gen-durango/83554-multifunction-switch.html http://en.allexperts.com/q/Dodge-Repair-809/2009/12/2005-dodge-dakota-multifunct- - - ion.htm http://en.allexperts.com/q/Dodge-Repair-809/2010/3/2007-Dodge-Dakota-Multi.htm http://www.justanswer.com/questions/4q1w-electrical-problem The part cost $66 http://www.wholesalemopar.com/parts_catalog-small.html?gclid=CN_buqbjw6ACFQldago- - - dJUsPbA type in "combo switch" for the part description. You can buy a Chilton Manual ... Read More
Dodge Dakota Braking Problems
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2005 DODGE DAKOTA
BEST BRAKES/ROTORS, ANY HELP.
Dodge Dakota Transmission Problems
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Dodge Dakota transmission harsh downshift
Hi, I saw several posts by DustyK made re Dodge Dakota transmissions. My wife's 2005 Dakota has developed a harsh downshift at exactly 25 MPH. When it downshifts it mades the entire truck shudder. I have had the transmission serviced, dealer can't come up with any suggestions on what the problem is. I saw many similar problems associated with the TPS, do you think I should replace the TPS, it is ... Read More
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2005 Dodge Dakota Transmission Problems
My truck started dropping out of overdrive. I could pull over and turn the key off and on and the truck would run fine for days. Now it is more frequent and sometimes doesn't shift out of third. codes are P0700 and P1776 Any ideas?
Dodge Dakota Climate Control
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2005 dodge dakota condensation drain tube locale
Yep, water on passenger floor big time. Wants to ream me some tube for realz, yo. Cant find the %^$#@! condensation drain tube anywhere in engine compartment. Anybody able to give directions to the hidden treasure?
Dodge Dakota Transmission Problems
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Re: 2002 dakota torque conveter [zyta88]
iT APPEARS THAT THERE ARE NUMEROUS INDIVIDUALS OUT THERE WHO HAVE THIS SAME PROBLEM. MYSELF INCLUDED. I CAN TELL YOU THAT DODGE ISSUED A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO ADDRESS THIS ISSUE TSB 18-001-05 ON 1/5/2005. AT THE DEALER'S EXPENSE, THE TORQUE CONVERTOR WAS REPLACED AND RECOMMENDED FIX IN THE TSB WAS PERFORMED. UNFORTUNATELY FOR ME, THIS DID NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM. THE DEALER (NON-DODGE) TOOK IT TO ANOTHER DODGE DEALER FOR ... Read More
Dodge Dakota Braking Problems
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Re: sponge brakes 2000 Dakota 4x2 [huckel]
Yes, I have a 2005 dodge dakota after a year or so I notice on an sudden stop my rear wheels lock-up like the old brakes on the old cars, check the fluid, was ok, check the pads front and back ,ok . so i've been driving like that cause i cant afford to take it to a mechanic. most likely its something simple; i could'nt pay the high pymnt. thanks ... Read More
Dodge Dakota problem
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Att: Dusty
Dear Dusty: Thanks for the advise. Have files a complaint with Dodge/Chrysler and BBB. The owner appears to be avoiding me. He is must always unavailable or out of town. He is aware of the past problems and the most recent and he called me from"out of town" today left a message" Your truck is done and can be picked up", he never said anything about his manager or the incident ... Read More
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Dodge Dakota problem
I have a 2005 Dodge Dakota, 4.7 V8 4x4. The other day I purchased 3/4 of a tank of 91 octane gasoline in order to completely fill my tank. After filling the tank I drove home and the truck sat there overnight. Before and after the fill up the truck ran excellent, however, the next moring driving away from my home the engine began spit , sputter and misfire and bog ... Read More
Dodge Dakota Warning Lights and Trouble Codes
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Check Engine light
I have a 2005 Dodge Dakota with a 3.7 6cylinder engine with 38,000 miles on it. About 14 months ago I got the same code p0302 saying miss fire on cylinder #2 the dealer inspected and found nothing and cleared the code. This Sunday the check egine light came on again and I had the codes scanned again I got P0302 code,so with 38,000 mile I decided to change the spark ... Read More
Dodge Dakota Transmission Problems
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Dodge Dakota delayed transmission engagement
I have a 2005 Dakota Quad Cab with a V-8 engine. Periodically when starting out in the morning the engine races and the transmission feels like it isn't engaging correctly. After about a quarter of a mile, the door locks click in and the transmission engages correctly. I think the door locks are coincidence, but my wife isn't so sure. It has been this way since new and it never does ... Read More
Dodge Dakota Electrical Problems
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2005 dodge dakota 3.9 v6 club cab auto trans
my problem is when powered up to 2500rpms it drops back to 2000 rpms back and forth and sometimes dies as a result. thought it was tranny but now not so sure. was told maybe computer. check engine light is now on. looked under hood and found breather box lid not properly secured but that seems like a stretch.truck has 92000 miles on it , and has been very reliable til ... Read More
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Electric problems from hell!
I'm desperate and don't know where to turn. In early 2006 we purcahsed a 2005 lease return dodge dakota 4X4 V8. I love my truck but days after driving it off the lot it's had a gremlin in the dashboard. All of a sudden all warning lights will come on along with the chime then everything goes dead. All lights go off, no gas guage, no speedometer, odometer, RPM's, radio, blower ... Read More
Dodge Dakota: Problems & Solutions
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Re: 2005 Dodge Dakota Break Problems [eharri3]
I second thaqt opionion..... the factory brake rotors are junk. Why waste your time having the dealership install the same junk? I went thru factory rotors and some expensive "powerslot" rotors too. This is what the powerslot looked like after 3 winters. Now, I have the Raybestos / Bendix rotors installed on my dakota. They have lasted TWICE as long as the factory or the "powerslot" rotors and are still going. ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Dodge Dakota Break Problems [missmae]
In my opinion as long as you have factory brakes on there you are guarenteed to have problems. My buddy who used to work at a dealership swears DC can't design proper truck brakes if its life depended on it. He said his dealership actually started going to outside suppliers after repeatedly replacing factory brake components that just went bad again in another few thousand miles. On my 04 Dakota 4x4 ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Dodge Dakota Break Problems [missmae]
The 05/06 Dakota "shimmy-shimmy-shake" is a widely reported issue, with numerous dealers making many varied attempts to resolve the problem. I've yet to hear of anyone coming across the true solution to this issue.
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2005 Dodge Dakota Break Problems
At about 5000 miles my dakota started shimmying when the breaks are applied. The dealer has replaces the breaks 3x's also fixing rotters,and replacing them.This last time they replaces my line because they said they thinned it out two many times.The shimmying always comes back about 4000-5000 miles after they fix them. this last time they fixed them,he said It still has the shimmying but will go away when the pads ... Read More
Dodge Dakota Real World MPG Numbers
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Re: Dakota 4.7 V8 Quad 2005 what should I expect MPG [bpeebles]
Hello, I just couldn't resist the temptation to reply to you. I wanted to tell you a little something I know about the K&N Filters. I first want to tell you that I bought one 77,000 Miles ago and it I have only needed to clean it three tims since new, thus never needing to buy filters every 5,000 or so like most people. In fact this is the only filter ... Read More
Dodge Dakota - FAQs
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Re: Low Temp Thermostat: 4.7L 2005 Dak QC [steak2k1]
I would like to know more about your tranny cooler. I was told by two different dodge dealers. Cooler is not available by dodge for the 2005 dakota. How is your cooler installed so as not to have to modify the cooler lines. Can the dealer deny warranty work if the lines are modified. i am planning on bypassing the factory in the radiator cooler, any thoughs on this. I will ... Read More
Dodge Dakota: Problems & Solutions
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05 V8 Vibration
Hi! I recently purchased a used 2005 V8 Dodge Dakota with approximately 22,000 miles on it. It has a vibration. The 3 dealership service people have checked it over and say there is nothing wrong. I am being told that this is normal for a V8. Is this true?
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Re: 98 Dodge Dakota 5.2l V8 Oil Pressure Issue [mdonovan]
My oil light came on once on my 2005 4.7L v8. I shut down the engine and checked the oil. O.K. Cranked back up and it went out. (at 8000 miles) Told the service manager about it. He shrugged. This is the worst truck I've ever owned. At the dealer now for the tenth time. Have notified Dodge that I will try for a buy back. They shrugged. I am now ... Read More
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Front Passenger Dash Noise 2005 Dakota
My 2005 Dakota has a rattle noise in the front dash on passenger side. Sounds similar to a loose screw vibrating, wobbling, snapping sound. Dealer checked outside plastic molding on bottom windshield outside on passenger side. Checked wiper blades, not the problem. Then dealer thinks it is in the windshield. They have a windshield company remove windshield and reseal it. That helped some to reduce noise, but still there off and ... Read More
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Re: Vibrations with 05 Dodge Dakotas [ranger21]
I also have a 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab. I do not have the violent shaking that you other people are experiencing. what I am having is some sort of vibration, a feeling like you are driving over a series of very small pumps. This happens at almost all speeds, but isn't always the same in intensity. The dealer adjusted weights and tire pressure,and re-balanced tires. I also had lots of ... Read More
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Re: Vibrations with 05 Dodge Dakotas [spanman98366]
Have had the same problem with a 2005 V-8 Quad. Shook violently when braking, especially downhill and/or over 40MPH. They replaced rear axles/drums. Better now but also have problem with drifting to the right. Tires rotated and balanced and alignment done but still notice problem, though not as bad. Going back next week. Only 7900 miles. Disappointed with my first Dodge so far. Service Bulletin 05-004-05 REV. A Group: Brakes Date: ... Read More
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Re: Vibrations with 05 Dodge Dakotas [markdickinson]
I have a 2005 Dakota SLT Club, v-8, Automatic, 4X4. Had problems with rear brake vibration. Dealer replaced rear axels and drums. Didn't cure braking problem but after replacing rear brakes, cured that problem. But, at the time of axel replacement and drums, vehicle developed a vibration from the right rear. Dealer load balanced tires and found them out of tolarance. Bought new tires and now the tires pass the load ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Dakota won't start in Very Cold weather. [cbolton]
I have a 2002 would not start today and last night. pushed it the garage this morning it started. temp in chicago about 25. this has been going on for three years. been to the dealer 20 times. always the same story from them it has to not start for them. but it has and they still cant fix this junk. i WILL NEVER EVER EVER BUY A DODGE AGAIN. i ... Read More
Dodge Dakota - Quad Cab
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Impressions of the new Dakota
(This is a repost from the Dakota General Forum) My son is home on leave from the U.S. Army (1st Armored Div.) and as a gift I rented him a 2005 Dakota Quad Cab (4.7, auto, 4x4) from Enterprise. I was able to get some seat time in this truck and my overall impression is very, very good. The first thing I noticed was the exceptionally quiet cabin. This is by ... Read More
Dodge Dakota: Problems & Solutions
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2005 Dakota won't start in Very Cold weather.
I purchased a new 2005 Dodge Dakata last year (November 2004). Every time the outside temperature drops to 25 degrees and colder, my truck has major problems starting. All othe times it starts fine. Has anyone heard of this problem?
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Possible steering problems
Copied from NHTSA website. Owners of these vehicle might want to check for this problem. YEAR (MY) 2004 AND 2005 DODGE DURANGO SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND MY 2005 DODGE DAKOTA PICKUP TRUCKS. A PRELIMINARY EVALUATION HAS BEEN OPENED TO ASSESS THE SCOPE AND FREQUENCY OF THE CONDITION. NHTSA Action Number : PE05056 NHTSA Recall Campaign Number : N/A Make : DODGE Model: DAKOTA Manufacturer : DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION Year : 2005 Component ... Read More
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Re: Vibrations with 05 Dodge Dakotas [markdickinson]
I believe there is a service bulletin covering this problem, something with the rear axles and brake drums,I have a 2005 Q Cab but really have not been bothered with this problem, (3600miles)
Dodge Dakota Lease Questions
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2005 Dakota Lease terms
Car_man, I'm looking at leasing a 2005 Dakota Quad Cab SLT 4x4 in Michigan. I'm looking at two different ones I have found using Dodge's inventory online. Option A: 26E, V8 (not HO), auto, Tow group, sliding rear window MSRP $30,070 Option B: 26D, V8 (not HO), auto Tow group MSRP $28,915 Do you know what the residuals would be after 24 months and 1k miles/mo? Thanks!
Dodge Dakota - Club Cab
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question on mopar bedliner
hi, guys, I recently had the dealer install the mopar bedliner in my 2005 dakota (I got them to throw it in with the deal, but had to wait for it to come in). Where the rubber plugs are, there are round covers over them in the liner. Where the rear tie downs are, on either side of the tailgate, there are no covers, just sort of rectangular openings exposing the ... Read More
Dodge Dakota: Problems & Solutions
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Check Engine on 97 Dakota
For some time now my 97 Dodge Dakota has been displaying the ever-vague "Check Engine" light. My last inspection (May 2005) indicated a possibly faulty PCV valve. Simple Question: On the 97 Dakota, does the PCV valve have a sensor that trigger the warning message? Or must it be coming from some other cause? p.s. I have heard also that the Dakota is notorious for displaying these messages for possibly no ... Read More
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2005 Dodge Dakota hollow noise in rear
This noise sounds as if the spare tire is loose and banging on the bottom of the pickup bed. Somewhat of a hollow thumping noise. Checked brake cables under bed, they seem tight. Spare tire is tight also, cannot even wiggle it by hand. Makes the hollow noise when hitting bumps in road, or vibrations on a semi smooth surface, such as concrete. Salesman heard the noise on a test drive ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab [slimjim]
Hmmmmm....well, we got our '05 quad in November, and have had none of the problems which you list. Why did they replace the brake components so many times? They are easy enough to check wear/warp/round. I wouldn't know about the seats. On any new vehicle (or even used one) one of the very first things we do is cover the seats, with a towel or blanket if nothing else. Replacing the ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab [jphilpo]
We purchased a 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab in December and have had nothing but trouble since the day we got it. It has been at the dealership atleast 15 times since then. One of our problems is a bad vibration, they have put new front rotors on it three times, front brake shoes two times and a new set of rear drums and shoes twice and the vibration is still ... Read More
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Re: 2005 dakota with a shimmy [scott96929]
I have a 99 dak extra cab 3.9 v 6, that peice of junk! Well I bought it with 80,000 mi. & at 105,000 I have had to replace the control arm bushings & all 4 ball joints then 4 new tires and after all that I had had the tires spun balanced on the wheel this helped get rid of 95 % of vibrations. Now it only has 128,000 mi. ... Read More
Dodge Dakota Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Puget Sound Prices
Any Puget Sound area 2005 Dakota Quad Cab buyers out there? I went to the local Dodge dealer yesterday, North of Seattle. I was looking at 2005 QC 4X4 Laramie, 4.7L with no real additional options. Went for test ride, enjoyed the truck, nice. The salesman had referred to a demo they had with 7300 miles for over $30K, and that was a couple thousand less than the $33K for the ... Read More
Dodge Dakota: Problems & Solutions
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Re: 2005 dakota with a shimmy [mysty]
I think my problem was a little different than yours. My truck did ride extremely well when I first purchased it, until the vibration or shimmy started. After two dealers, and the 2nd dealer I believe would have liked to repair the truck, stated that he couldn't just start changing parts because chrysler would charge him back if they hadn't identified the problem. One of the reasons that I purchased a ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab [jphilpo]
????? Well, I've been in several "rental cars", some 'cheap', some not so 'cheap'. I would rather drive my '05 dak than any of them. Certainly, there is a possiblity that you have gotten hold of a problematic vehicle out of the bunch, but what you are stating is not by any means what has proven to be the norm. And, most certainly, I have not experienced any of the things ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab [jphilpo]
Too bad that you got a truck that you are not happy with, I got my 2005 Dakota Laramie Q Cab on May 2and I have the 4.7L engine and 3:55 posi rear, On my first tank of gas I got 16.88mpg, this truck is nice and quiet rides and handles better than my 2001 and 2004 Q Cab, I have the P265X70R16 tires, :)
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2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab
Purchased a 2005 Dodge Dakota based on Edmunds recommendation. STAY AWAY FROM THIS VEHICLE It rides worse than any cheap rental car I've ever driven. Dealer replaced tires, I paid the difference, still vibrates at highway speeds. Gas mileage rating 16-22mpg, would you believe 13.9 mpg highway. Dealer states gas quality is poor. I had a 2000 Toyota Tundra V8 that averaged 16.5 - 17.
Dodge Dakota Owners - Photo Gallery
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2005 Dodge Dakota v8 4.7l CC
My pictures can be found at. http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/813977
Truck Comparisons: Colorado, Dakota, Ranger, Tacoma, Frontier
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Testing the big 5
I recently read a post here about drive testing 5 similar trucks, and decided to do my own tests due to the fact that test drives I performed last year netter much different results. Here were my findings, test driving all 2005 models, same list as above (also drove Mazda, but since it is roughly same as Ford leaving it out). Chevy Colorado Dodge Dakota Ford Ranger Toyota Tacoma Nissan Frontier ... Read More
Dodge Dakota - Quad Cab
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Re: 2005 dakota [shine]
It's a relatively new topic in Dakota Owners... Dodge Dakota Owners: Real World MPG
Dodge Dakota Future Models
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Saw my first 05 - reply
I had considered going back to a Dakota. I had a 2000 Quad and replaced it with a 2003 Ram Quad. I'm considering replacing the Ram because I want side curtain air bags and a few additional options that were not available when I bought the 2003. I am also getting disenchanted with the Hemis poor gas mileage so that I would consider a smaller motor. I have priced ... Read More
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Re: isn't plunking one of their V8s into their next gen trucks? [atlgaxt]
For 2005 the Dakota will have the option of a high output 4.7 motor, which is being advertised as faster that the 5.9 Dakota R/T. Saw a 2005 dakota for the first time today at Marina Dodge in Webster, New York. Can't say I take to the appearance of the front end, but the rest of it looks pretty good. It appears that the oil pressure and voltmeter are no longer ... Read More
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Treating the Dakota Unfairly
Please know that I am reading and posting on this board because I am interested in the new Dakota, and I am not on here to bash the Dakota. The point is that Dodge used to have it's own niche with the mid-sized Dakota. However, as the compact truck segment has languished, the 2005 Nissan Frontier and Toyota Tacoma will grow in size and invade the Dakota's turf, bringing new competition ... Read More
Dodge Dakota Owners - Meet the Members
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Full Test: 2005 Dodge Dakota
Dodge Dakota Future Models
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Payload, Etc.
Considering my 02 QC 4x4 weighs in a just over 5000 lbs with a full tank of gas and driver, that gives me less than a 1000 lb payload before I hit the 6010 GVWR. That's generally not an issue, but I would of liked to have seen the GVWR of the new Dakota in the 6500 lb range. As for power improvements, I recently read where the 4.7L in the ... Read More
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New Dakota Engines
My old 1988 Dakota just went to the junk yard, so I'm in the market for a new truck. I drove the new 2005 Dakota last week, and I was impressed with the overall quality, and how it handled. This truck represents a significant improvement at least in the seat and dash materials over recent Dodge models. Since my old 3.9L V6 never gave me any problems, I am looking for ... Read More
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Premium?
i was looking through that article in truck trend about the upcoming 2005 dodge dakota, and i was shocked to see in the specs page that it lists that premium unleaded is required in the new truck. i know that motor trend has typos and that the 4.7 in the current dakota runs on regular, but does anyone know if this is true? if it is, that would totally suck. that's ... Read More
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2005 Dodge Dakota Video
Gives good detail on upcoming model. See link: http://www.cars.com/go/features/autoshows/video.jsp?autoshowyear=- 2004&aff=national Select "2005 Dodge Dakota" from list
Dodge Dakota - Club Cab
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Re: Bookitty.................. [dustyk #458]
Dodge has information on the 2005 Dakota on their web page. The extended cab does indeed have 4 doors.
Dodge Dakota Future Models
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Here's a link!
2005 Dodge Dakota/Chicago Auto Show
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2005 Dodge Dakota
Dodge has just posted exterior & interior pictures of the new dakota. They are located under dodge life >events > auto shows >2005 Dakota. jimq
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Pictures of 2005 Dakota
There are some pictures of the 2005 Dakota at www.carspyshots.tk. Got to New Cars 2004/2005 then to 2005 Dodge Dakota.
DODGE DAKOTA QUAD CAB
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Tundra/Dakota meditations
Dusty, your opinion is informed, and I read your notes with interest. I don't doubt that the 3.9 can be tweaked for zip, but if zip I want, I'll get the more modern design in the 4.7. Speed from the stoplight isn't a concern. I'm more likely to annoy the folks behind me with a light foot on the gas pedal. The new 3.6 for 2004 interests me (cheap dog that ... Read More
Dodge Dakota 2004 Redesign
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what I would really like to see..
Dodge Dakota with crew cab (or 3 door/forward facing door, comfortable Ext. cab) 4.7 V8 Manual 6'3" box I like the power of the 4.7, the room of the quad, and the turning radius of the Dakota but I just can't convince myself that the 5'3" bed will be as useful as a full 6'3" bed. I am hoping that with this new 10" longer chassis that it might share with ... Read More
DODGE DAKOTA QUAD CAB
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antony Re: 2005 Dodge Dakota
Anthony, thank you for the link previewing the 2005 Dakota. Awesome! Now for a 5.7 Hemi, 6 speed manual and a Cummins Diesel option. Bookitty
Dodge Dakota - General Topic
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Impressions of the ('05 & up) Dakota
My son is home on leave from the U.S. Army (1st Armored Div.) and as a gift I rented him a 2005 Dakota Quad Cab (4.7, auto, 4x4) from Enterprise. I was able to get some seat time in this truck and my overall impression is very, very good. The first thing I noticed was the exceptionally quiet cabin. This is by far the quietest truck I've been in to date, ... Read More
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First Ride Review of the 2005 Dakota
First ride review of the 2005 Dakota is at http://www.pickuptruck.com/html/2005/dodge/dakota/first_drive/pag- e1.html
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