How often does a Dodge Dakota lose power?

Was going down the interstate doing approximately 65-70mph when the truck starts shaking and then looses power. Within one to two miles it will go back to normal. This problem has occurred at least 7 times within the last month and half. The truck has 39,000 miles on it.

When did the Dodge drop top Dakota come out?

To fulfill the Dodge division’s commitment to the American Sunroof Company (which was responsible for the modifications to these trucks), production of the “drop top” Dakota was extended into the 1991 model year. Production was extremely limited, with just eight produced in total, making them the most rare of all Dakotas.

Is the Dodge Dakota 4.7 a good engine?

The 4.7 Dakota is a very versitile mid-sized truck that outperforms all the small trucks and competes very well with the bigger 1/2 tons. Nothing else is like it, so everyone else whines. The highest form of flattery.

Are there any problems with the Dodge Dakota automatic transmission?

Dodge Dakota owners have reported 117 problems related to automatic transmission (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Dakota. The contact parked the vehicle and removed the key from the ignition. The gear then shifted to reverse independently.

Is the Dodge Dakota a good pickup truck?

V8 allows for power with the truck still being lightweight. Roomy enough to fit 5 adults comfortably. The gas mileage is not the best, it rides rough and Dodge pickups have issues with rusting over the rear wheels. I feel Dodge should cover the repair of fixing the rusted area’s due it is been an issue for years.

Why does my Dakota 4×4 heat up so fast?

It appeared that the anti-freeze was going out the overflow tube and maybe splashing onto the engine. What would cause it to heat up like this. Could it be a bad radiator cap or what. My 4.7 liter Dakota 4×4 just started overheating yesterday. I replaced the thermostat and that seemed to cure the problem.

Is the Dodge Dakota a ” big ” truck?

Big trucks are cool, but there’s something about midsize trucks that’s made them a staple among truck lovers.

What causes a vibration in a Dodge Dakota?

Let us know in the Values & Prices Paid section! My daughter’s 1990 Dodge Dakota with the 3.9 L engine and automatic transmission with overdrive has developed a vibration. It happens when accelerating while in gear. If the gear selector is set to neutral while rolling, and the engine rpm is speeded up, the vibration doesn’t occur.

When did Dodge stop making the Dodge Dakota?

Third generation (2005–2011) As of 2010, the Dakota was considered a part of the Ram lineup. However, the “Dodge” emblem still existed on the tailgate, and the truck was interchangeably referred to as a Ram Dakota or Dodge Dakota. Its Mitsubishi Raider sibling was discontinued in 2009.

How big is a 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab?

See pricing for the Used 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab SLT Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft. Get KBB Fair Purchase Price, MSRP, and dealer invoice price for the 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab SLT Pickup 4D 5 1/2 ft. View local inventory and get a quote from a dealer in your area. Home Car Values Price New/Used My Car’s Value

Where are the brake lights on a Dodge Dakota?

Backing out of the shop, stopping, turning around, down the driveway 50yds and stopping at the road…the lights stay off, even though I just used the brakes three times at least. Get on the road and hit 30mph and they go on. The two fuses, one in the fuse block by the drivers door and the other (ABS) fuse in the Power distribution box test good.

What are the problems with a 2005 Dodge Dakota?

Worst 2005 Dodge Dakota Problems #1: Rods Thrown Through Oil Pan 2005 Dakota Average Cost to Fix: $6,100. Average Mileage: 54,000 mi #2: Shakes On The Highway 2005 Dakota Average Cost to Fix: $600. Average Mileage: 57,000 mi #3: Noise When Turning 2005 Dakota Average Cost to Fix: $1,200. Average Mileage: 49,000 mi

What kind of car is a Dodge Dakota?

Dodge Dakota 4×4 SLT New Listing $12,995 TM Motors Used 2005 Dodge Dakota 2WD Quad Cab SLT New Listing $6,995 Black Diamond Auto Sales Inc Used 2006 Dodge Dakota SLT $6,999 Auto House Used 2004

Why does my Dodge Dakota stall in the morning?

Starts normally in the morning (I do not let the engine warm up – start and go, but I tried letting the engine come to temp before go doesn’t have an impact on this problem). Drive to the first stop (uphill less than 1/4 mile away) as the truck comes to a full stop, the RPM’s drop out and the truck stalls.

Why does my Dodge Dakota think the transmission is going?

The computer makes it seem as if the transmission is going because on these dakotas the ecm and pcm are one. Meaning that the computer controls the engine and transmission so when the computer fails it sends error codes out thinking the transmission is failing when its actually not.

Why does my Dodge Dakota go into limp mode?

2006 dodge Dakota is notorious for going into limp mode and staying in higher gear with higher rpms. The problem is definitely electronic, this has fixed the codes p0882 no codes on my truck now. Unhook battery both battery cables.

What are the idle and surging problems on a Dodge Dakota?

– Dodge Dakota Forum Subject: fixed idle and surging problems! Hey, if anyone has some crazy idle problems, and maybe has the surging (lockup-clutch disengaging and engaging) while crusing it fixed my 2000 4.7 Auto by replacing the Throttle Position Sensor. It was a $25 part and took 37.82 🙂 seconds to replace. RE: fixed idle and surging problems!

How to test the TPS on a Dodge Dakota?

You can test the TPS by hooking up a meter. You can try this to: with the engine idling tap on the TPS with your finger. If the engine races, it might be bad. Now let me tell about the idle: It was not a rought idle that was my problem, it was a jumping idle, but my main problem was the surging.

How often does a Dodge Dakota lose power?