1997 Dodge Dakota - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

This might not be engine related. More information please. Does this happen only when you turn the steering or all the time? Is it just when reversing or both directions? Test this by reversing slowly in a straight line for about about one truck's length then gently start turning the steering wheel. Listen and feel for what happens as you turn the steering. Transmissions can also affect how an engine behaves when their put into gear. Do you know if it has been serviced in the past? Have you had it scanned for OBD Trouble Codes? All cars after 1996 have to have this system fitted. Scanning for codes will tell you if it is a sensor causing the issue. If you have to pay for the service ask at 4 or 5 different places as prices can be VERY different. Comment below with the codes and I'll try to help you more.

The fuse diagram is already printed on the inside of the fuse cover. You could also ollow this link to view the fuse diagram: https://knigaproavto.ru/shemy/en/dodge/dakota/773-1997-2000-dodge-dakota-fuse-box-diagram.html

On the 3.9L engine the fuel filter is located at the following location:

Under vehicle, center, below seating area, mounted ontop of fuel tank, in fuel pump module

If this is the wrong size engine let me know. Or, go to autozone.com and input your vehicle and look up the location.

replace pickup coil in the distributor

https://fuse-box.info/dodge/dodge-dakota-1996-2000-fuses-and-relays

You say is short about what size about what I need more or less

Start with the most basic item: check your compression. Low compression gets lower when an engine gets warm.

Could be an air leak in the mannifold.

Remove a battery terminal turn key to on position reconnect.may reset

Is it a factory system?

Some fixya user told me a website reliable-store it is very good.. I used it to repair my shredder it had some spark issue which wasn't easily fixed. you can go there and try

you can get guide from many sites.. i know few error codes/ fault codes, wiring diagrams, schematic diagrams, torque specs, engine info, switches functioning, assemble, disassembly, complete refurbish, repair, installation every single thing is covered

start with a compression test ,if your getting piston slap theres a lot wrong

At www.reliable-store.com get complete guide on whether to repair or not, service it, and how to repair etc, along with wiring diagrams, electrical diagrams, torque specs, error codes, everything.

Not sure but the last post on this link has some solutions which should not cost anything https://dodgeforum.com/forum/2nd-gen-dakota/229748-abs-light-and-parking-brake-light-on.html

jack the front right up until both wheels are free of the ground place on jack stands as you have to go under the vehicle and apply some force loosen of the lh bar and twist it in an anti clockwise direction and install it with this tension ( use stilsons) now do the rh bar the same but tension it in a clockwise direction sufficient tension will be when you see the wheel start to lift as you turn the bar with the stilsons ( will require some effort so use a bar on the wrench) lock them at that point before attaching the lock plate to the spline end loosen the adjuster bolt right off Lower the front to the ground and the car will be close to correct height levelling the front left to right or raising further is done by the adjusting bolts you loosened off

The sending unit was my guess...Could be the oil pump going bad...Or even a to good brand oil filter restraining the oil from recirculating...I've seen it happen..

have your transmission checked by a professional, It sounds like you have a shift solenoid going. Had something similar on a van. I don't know where it is on your vehicle so I don't know how deep into the transmission you may have to go.

Visit the on-line store, known as reliable-store, they have the repair manuals. I'm sure you will get the solution of your problem. 1997 Dodge Dakota

Hi, This needs a new cruise control switch fitting not a job for the faint hearted there are a lot of wires that need to be connected properly, recommend any good vehicle electrics company or cruise control specialist is best. Please give feedback at [email protected] Thanks, Malcolm Campbell.