Why is my Dodge Dakota not shifting properly?

Why is my Dodge Dakota not shifting properly?

There are many reasons for the transmission not to shift properly from 2-3. smooth shifting through the gears at the correct rpm. 1. (TSS) Transmission speed sensor, located around the rear of the transmission. 2. Variable pressure solenoid (located inside the transmission) in the shift valve control body. 3.

When does a Dodge Dakota shift into third?

When it shifts into third it doesn’t downshift or shift into overdrive even if i floor it. This problem only happens when i first start my truck in the morning or if the truck sits for more then 8 hours.

What kind of transmission does a Dodge Dakota have?

I just got recently this 97 Dakota 3.9L 2WD with 75500 miles and found out today that it has trouble shifting. The transmission is a 4spd automatic with overdrive. This morning, I was driving it and a few minutes later I see the check engine light come on and I’m going about 50mph and rpm at 4k.

Where is the transmission relay on a Dodge Dakota?

Transmission relay (located in the PDC) which controls +12v power the PCM provides gnd (control) to the other side of these solenoids. I am having problems with my truck shifting into 3rd gear after i drive maybe 50 feet down the road.

Where is the variable pressure solenoid on a Dodge Dakota?

1. (TSS) Transmission speed sensor, located around the rear of the transmission. 2. Variable pressure solenoid (located inside the transmission) in the shift valve control body. 3. Transmission fluid pressure sensor (located inside the transmission

Why does my 2000 Dakota not come out of Park?

Our 2000 Dakota quad cab has this problem sporadically. When you start it (sometimes) it won’t come out of park. Usually after 5-10 minutes, we can get it into gear. The dealer can’t repeat the problem so can’t fix it.

Are there any problems with the Dodge Dakota?

I’m thinking of buying a lovely red 98 Dakota 5 speed man 90,000 miles but everyone says I’m nuts to buy a Dodge due to the tranny problems. Sure love the damned truck though.

Where are the solenoids on a Dodge Dakota?

2. Variable pressure solenoid (located inside the transmission) in the shift valve control body. 3. Transmission fluid pressure sensor (located inside the transmission 4. Transmission temperature sensor 5. Transmission relay (located in the PDC) which controls +12v power the PCM provides gnd (control) to the other side of these solenoids.