Because of the abuse they take, they suffer the same kinds of problems over the years. I have encountered many people who avoid dodge s for transmission problems, and 99% of their problems were selfinfliced by using dexron. It was at a point where it would sometimes set but now it doesnt set at all. Dodge dakota problems and repair histories see our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Other than replacing the 6 speed manual transmission with a used. Dodge dakota transmission problems page 7 car forums. View and download dodge dakota 2006 owners manual online. Getrag 238 6 speed rebuilt manual transmissions midwest.
On certain pickup trucks equipped with fourwheel antilock brake systems abs, the abs electronic control unit ecu may cause a loss of front to rear brake balance, and the rear brakes could lock up prematurely during certain braking conditions. The worst complaints are transmission failure, transmission hesitates, and transmission makes noise and shakes. Manual transmission problem of the 2006 dodge dakota 1. I purchased this 2 months ago with 69,000 miles on it, it now has 71,000 miles on it. A new event i left the first dodge dealership and was told to get a second opinion like at the doctors office as i was driving to the other dodge dealer 12 mile away it. Automatic transmission problems of dodge dakota part 1. Im trying to get spare off and it wont be lowered to the ground as the manual says. The contact parked the vehicle and removed the key from the ignition. Dodge dakota forum for dodge dakota trucks with an interactive site including dodge dakota forums, pictures, links, message boards, and chat forum.
After looking at forums and blogs, i see this is common in standard. Bulletin n02 this program extends the coverage of the brake booster to ten years. Although the number of manual transmission or stick shift vehicles on the road has decreased dramatically in recent years, from 35. The ac compressor may seize resulting in loss of cold air from the ac vents. The code i was getting po876 is the same code i got for 3 months straight, minus one code read of po846. View and download dodge 2006 dakota owners manual online. Determine if the vehicles transmission was built on or between. The cruise light will come on when the button is pressed, but will not set. After looking at forums and blogs, i see this is common in standard transmissions for this truck.
The subject vehicle has over 100k miles and has spent its life in alas. On the dodge dakota 44re transmission, having both electromechanical controls, there is a variable pressure solenoid that is under direct control of the pcm for shiftingprovided, it gets feedback from what current state and gear ratio, the transmission is in. The 2006 dodge dakota has 1 nhtsa complaints for the power train. We are the premiere place for 1st gen and 2nd gen dodges as well as a great source for newer models as well. Get reliability information for the 2006 dodge dakota from consumer reports. It also has the check engine light on and i retrieved a. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Lets have a look at this 2000 dodge dakota that has a customer complain of harsh shifting and jerking. Changing manual transmission oil dodge dakota duration. Below you will find a detailed parts list for the getrag 238 manual transmission that includes complete rebuilt transmissions, bearing rebuild kits with and without synchro rings. While the dodge ram was known for nearly 30 years as a reliable, capable truck, owners have experienced some common problems, including issues with the trucks transmission. Automatic transmission problems of the 2006 dodge dakota one problem related to automatic transmission has been reported for the 2006 dodge dakota. A new, and final, dodge dakota showed up in 2008, but it didnt solve the basic problems, and the line came to an end. Transmission shifting issues dakota forumz dodge dakota.
The most recently reported issues are listed below. The manual has the troubleshootingdiagnostics in it and thats where im headed now. If your manual transmission vehicle is slipping gears, it could be a sign of a worn clutch that needs to be replaced. The worst complaints are engine, steering, and transmission problems. The clutch slave cylinder on my 2006 dakota xcab 6 speed manual has been replaced 3 times since i have owned it in the past 6 months after looking at forums and blogs, i see this is common in standard transmissions for this truck. Dodge dakota problems 2006 dodge dakota power train. Dodge dakota transmission problems page 3 car forums. Photo by eldon lindsay although the number of manual transmission or stick shift vehicles on the road.
Extra weight is given to the more serious areas such as major engine or transmission. The 4 speed auto is not the standard transmission on the dakota. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for dodge dakota when you shop the largest online selection at. Recall 05v460000 e14 transmission may not hold in the park position 2005 2006 chrysler 300 2005 2006 dodge. The transmission will work correctly, then the check engine light will come on and the transmission will go to 3rd gear and will not upshift or downshift from there. Nice truck wish it didnt have the transmission problems. Dodge dakota questions transmission not shifting right. Dodge dakota transmission problems page 2 car forums. Driving and shifting gears on my 2006 dodge dakota 6speeddakota. The clutch slave cylinder on my 2006 dakota xcab 6 speed manual has been replaced 3 times since i have owned it in the past 6 months.
What are the most common problems with manual transmission vehicles. Dodge dakota transmission problems car forums at edmunds. Since i got the vehicle most of the time when you put the truck into gear it will slam into gear. This feedback comes from gear selector p, n, r, d and m1, m2. The worst complaints are transmission failure, transmission hesitates, and. Jun 15, 2011 natick, ma automatic transmission 2006 dakota automatic transmission shifts in to od at 40 mph and below, which causes vehicle to vibrate loudly and suddenly slow down. The code will clear itself after a few cycles and the transmission will once again work correctly. Dodge dakota questions transmission issues or computer. If the problem with the transmission on my 2006 dodge dakota comes back i will try the dialectic grease suggested by gurux86vy, but have high hopes that i dont see the check engine light, or need to use the code reader for a long time. The transmission in a dodge truck has a few common and known problems for most model years.
Dodge dakota transmission problems page 5 car forums. Driving and shifting gears on my 2006 dodge dakota youtube. We can help you diagnose problems with your getrag 238 6 speed manual transmission we can help. Now when its 95 degrees out side its also have a shifting problem when the engine temp climbs just a little above the normal line. I just bought a 2007 dakota a couple of months ago and have been noticing a shifting problem in the mornings. In this video i give a quick rundown of common problems effecting dodge dakota trucks. To see how frequently dodge dakota problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Tap the to learn more about the most common 2006 dodge dakota problems. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, by to unlock the doors. Read real discussions on thousands of topics and get your questions answered.
What are the most common problems with manual transmission. I own a 2006 dodge dakota, it was given to me so i didnt pay anything for it. I hope you suggesting you would like to swap out your automatic for the 5speed manual transmission. Dodge trucks are considered dependable by some, and are used extensively for hauling and towing. The transmission was giving me problems shifting a couple of days ago. The severity of repairs is average and the frequency of those issues is low, so major repairs are uncommon for the. I have to let the truck warm up for 5 min or it will not shift out of first gear until it reeaches around 2500 rpms. How to troubleshoot a dodge truck transmission it still runs. Complete manual transmissions for dodge dakota ebay. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs.
This dakota has only got 56,000 miles on it and all of the sudden the transmission gets stuck in first gear. I have a 98 dakota my owners manual says that at ambient temperatures below 4. Dodge dakota owners have reported 117 problems related to automatic transmission under the power train category. Transmission when you put transmission in drive it feels like someone is. Manual transmission problem of the 2006 dodge dakota 1 failure date. Hello, i have a 1988 dodge dakota sport with the 3. Inspect for the transmission build date julian date fig. Types of problems over the course of its production, dodge offered several different transmissions in the ram pickup. The 4speed manual transmission comes standard on the dakota unless you pay extra for an. Automatic transmission problems of the 2006 dodge dakota.
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