Dodge Dakota Sport 4 cyl.

1996 DODGE DAKOTA
100,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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I'm having trouble with transmission or clutch; not sure... When I put the truck in gear I can move with the clutch half released, but I get a grinding sound, a smell, & no movement once fully released. Do I have a transmission or a clutch issue???
Feb 24, 2011 at 6:30 PM
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It sounds like what you're describing is a clutch pedal that is catching closer to the floor and not disengaging completely. That is usually caused by a leak in the clutch hydraulics at either the clutch master or the slave cylinder. Locate the leak and repair it, then the system will have to be bled out.
Feb 24, 2011 at 6:38 PM
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I still have fluid in the reservoir, so I don't believe there would be a leak. Have purchased a clutch kit & will replace all; I'll let you know if this fixes the issue...
Feb 25, 2011 at 6:34 PM
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OK, whatever you say. I hope your not pulling that transmission for nothing
Feb 25, 2011 at 8:50 PM
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