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1999 Dodge Dakota

Tiny
CHAD UBBELOHDE
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  • 1999 DODGE DAKOTA
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 110,000 MILES
My Dodge Dakota egine will be louder than normal and will shift a little late when the engine is cold or after a rainy day. But after driving for about 5 miles, the truck drives like its new again. What could the problem be?
Monday, May 17th, 2010 AT 4:57 PM

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Tiny
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As far as the sound, you may be hearing the fan. It has a clutch that responds to temp and should spin faster when it gets hot. However, most of them start loud and then quiet down after being driven a short distance.

As far as the transmission, chances are you have a shift solenoid going bad. Don't worry. It isn't an expensive part and doesn't require a rebuild. If it gets really bad, it should set the check engine light. Do you notice that when it is reving, if you take your foot off the gas, it will shift?
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Wednesday, May 19th, 2010 AT 1:40 PM
Tiny
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Yes when I take my foot off of the gas it does shift, so it looks like you are right. I will have to get the shift solenoid replaced. Thank you for your response.
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Wednesday, May 19th, 2010 AT 2:45 PM
Tiny
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You are welcome. Just have you solenoids checked before they are replaced to confirm.

Let me know if you have other questions.

Joe
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Wednesday, May 19th, 2010 AT 11:23 PM

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