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Reverse not working?

Tiny
LYIONESSA
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  • 2008 DODGE DAKOTA
  • 117,000 MILES
Reverse is making a noise and not working need to know if this is a major fix?
Sunday, June 10th, 2012 AT 4:43 AM

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Tiny
CARADIODOC
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Depends on where it's coming from. If it's in the rear differential and you have the limited slip option, there is an additive that's supposed to be used with the gear lube to prevent chatter and noise.

You may need to replace the transmission here is a video to help walk you through the steps on a similar car. The process is the same.

https://youtu.be/3vJAojsrfuU

You could have nothing more than a tight or worn universal joint but typically they will make noise going forward too.
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Sunday, June 10th, 2012 AT 7:21 AM
Tiny
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Thank you for this post I had this problem and had to replace the transmission cost me $834.00 all fixed I love this site. Installed it myself using the video.
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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:55 PM
Tiny
ALICEG
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When I put the truck in drive or reverse, it locks up
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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:56 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Check differential, check brakes, check U-joints.
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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:56 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Thanks so much, I will do that.
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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:56 PM (Merged)
Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Let me know what you find. Can you tell me if there is a specific wheel that locks up? I need to know if the truck is 4wd too. Let me know. I may be able to better guide you.
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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:57 PM (Merged)
Tiny
EDNEAZ
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  • 2006 DODGE DAKOTA
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I can't shift into reverse. The service shop at the Chrysler dealership says it is probably a broken synchroniser and estimates approximately $1500 for repairs. Is this a reasonable price or am I being overcharged? Also is there any factory warranty that covers this kind of problem?
Thank you.
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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:57 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Hi
Labor on repair is @$1000 and @$300 for gear assembly so $1500 not bad. As for warranty check owners manual and contact warranty Dept.
Can you get in REV engine off then start will it back up?
Let me know
Thanks for donate
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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:57 PM (Merged)
Tiny
EDNEAZ
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Didn't try reverse with engine off. It's in the shop now.
The warranty is a standard 3 year 36,000 mile. The shop ran the VIN on their computer and it showed the warranty has expired on this truck.
Are you referring to the warranty department from Chrysler or my local dealer?
Some research showed a lifetime warranty on the drive train, but it looks like that didn't start until 08.

Thanks,
Ed
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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:57 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Apeal to Chrysler you may get some help. The milage is not that high
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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:57 PM (Merged)
Tiny
EDNEAZ
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I've had the truck repaired and asked for the parts that were replaced. I have some photos of the parts and would like your opinion on whether this looks like normal wear. The brass bushing in the synchro ring looks ragged and the tooth in the middle of the photo on the mesh? ring is chipped.
I'll send these to Chrysler also.
Thanks.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/440813_Reverse_syncro_1_2.jpg




https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/440813_Reverse_syncro_2_1.jpg




https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/440813_Reverse_syncro_4_1.jpg

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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:57 PM (Merged)
Tiny
DLYONS
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I have a grinding sound when I shift into reverse I took the truck into the shop and they said that the sound was normal but I dont believe that. Any help could be appreciated thanks!
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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:57 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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[quote="Edneaz"]

Chrysler is going to refund $400 for the parts.

Thanks for your advice.
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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:57 PM (Merged)
Tiny
DAKOTAMAN100000
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Have you got this problem fixed, and if so what was it? I am experiencing the same problem and the dealer told me the same answer. Its Normal! My truck is a 2008 Dakota SLT V8 with 13000 Still under warranty, but running out of time!
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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:57 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Great news sure looks like metal fatigue cause all coffin cuts appear fine so not operator error or lack of lubricant.
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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:57 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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2002 Dodge Dakota 6 cyl Automatic 120000 miles

my car will Not go in reverse. It will catch sometime and sometime it will not. I have no problem with the forward gears.
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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:57 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Hi there, This sounds like a sticky shift valve, you really need a trans specialist to check this one out for you.

Mark (mhpautos)
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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:57 PM (Merged)
Tiny
WALKERDOG
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I bought a 2002 automatic Dodge Dakota from a friend and the reverse does not work. The transmission shifts fine and I can drive forward all day long, but I can't go in reverse. When I put the truck in reverse and step on the accelerator, the engine revs. But nothing.
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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:57 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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You probably have eitehr a burnt clutch or bad seal or a bad roller clutch. Take it to a trans shope and let tehm diagnose it. They can check for pressure, electrical codes, etc.
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Saturday, November 9th, 2019 AT 3:57 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Truck only has mis when at a complete stop in gear or in reverse, othher then that performance seems ok as long as moving
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