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Re: rear window defroster [broph] by bpeebles
Aug 31, 2006 (4:25 pm)

Replying to: broph (Aug 31, 2006 12:59 pm)

I have a cap on my truck and visability out the back window is nil. Most trucks have no rear window at all. It took me a while to get accostumed to using the side mirrors but now I can back up as well as any trucker using just the mirrors.
 
Perhaps you just need to start using your mirrors as they are meant to be used.
 
Another option would be to keep a rag in your truck and simply wipe off the rear window on those rare occasions it gets fogged up.
 
OR... you could always drive your Dakota like my wife does mine.... never EVER back up.
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Re: 2000 Dakota running rough... [me2butch4u] by curious_gears
Aug 31, 2006 (9:16 pm)

Replying to: me2butch4u (Aug 09, 2006 10:23 am)

well, i would check and see how your mass air flow sensor is doing. what it does is regulate the ammount of air and gas mixture being put into the engine. that might be starting to go, and if the gas cap could have been bad, it could have been allowing moisture into the gas tank, and that moisture could have made the mass air flow sensor freak out
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03 brake problems by 03dakota
Sep 01, 2006 (3:09 am)
had warranty replacement of master cylinder and power assist unit. brakes are soft and need bled but dealer is either lazy or incompetent , puts more effort into smooth talking than into troubleshooting/repairing. I've been away from shade-tree
repairs for a while , what is the procedure for a home hack without a manual to bleed ABS brakes? Sounds like you guys have been through all of this and I hope you still visit the site to help us other poor fools.
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Re: rear window defroster [bpeebles] by broph
Sep 01, 2006 (4:08 am)

Replying to: bpeebles (Aug 31, 2006 4:25 pm)

I replaced my Silverado extcab with the Dakota and that's how I used to back that thing up, with the mirrors. After posting the query, I got to thinking that putting in a rear defroster would not be a good idea anyway. I eventually want to get a cap and it would be 1 more thing to go wrong. Thanks for the feedback.
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Re: 2000 Dakota running rough... [curious_gears] by bpeebles
Sep 01, 2006 (3:18 pm)

Replying to: curious_gears (Aug 31, 2006 9:16 pm)

Dakota does not use MAF (MassAirFlow)sensor ... instead it uses MAP(Manifold Absolute Pressure)sensor.
 
MAF sensor is more accurate. It actually measures the mass of the airflow into the engine and automatically compensates for temparure and air-density. MAF is also more expensive and very sensitive to contamination. (Oiled-guaze airfilters can ruin a MAF sensor)
 
MAP is just a vacuum sensor in the intake manifold. The computer has to also take temparture readings and other sensor inputs to CALCULATE the amount of air entering the engine. MAP based systems are cheeper... but tend to be inaccurate. As airfilter starts to plug and air-density flucuates, its calculations are less than accurate.
 
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ALSO: Moisture in the fuel has no affect WHATSOEVER on either MAF or MAP systems. The fuel never ever comes anywhere near either of the sensors.
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Re: Gas Guage problem? [mtrialsm] by spurman
Sep 02, 2006 (5:48 pm)

Replying to: mtrialsm (Jul 21, 2003 4:57 am)

Have you solved the problem with the gas gauge? I have a 2002 dakota quad cab with the 4.7/auto that started the same problem. It started out a couple of weeks ago,intermittently, when the tank got low on fuel, but today the tank was 3/4 full the gauge went to empty and will not move.
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2003 QC 4.7L 2WD 3.92 - LSD Rear Diff Problems by dataguru
Sep 06, 2006 (11:27 am)
At the 70K maintenance servicing at the dealer, I was advised during fluid levels checks that the rear differential fluids had traces of metal in the oil and further visual checks indicated that the LSD clutch retainers are broken and the mechanism has begun to slide from its normal position. The parts are on order and will replace when they arrive. There is absolutely no noise whatsoever but, they said it is ok to continue driving. I wonder if the gears are damaged? Has anyone experienced this situation with their Dakota or can offer some information on this? I am a normal sedate driver and am puzzled what could have caused it. Any recommendations are muchly appreciated. Specs - 2003 Quad Cab 4.7L 2WD LSD 3.92 5-45RFE Auto Trans.
 
Thanks in advance.
dataguru
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Re: 2003 QC 4.7L 2WD 3.92 - LSD Rear Diff Problems [dataguru] by mike133
Sep 06, 2006 (5:10 pm)

Replying to: dataguru (Sep 06, 2006 11:27 am)

This is a known problem for the dakota with LSD rear differential. Good thing it was caught while under warranty. Should not cost you anything. Most in the know will change the rear differential fluid before 20K to check on the clips. If not fixed in time the differential will fail and cost big bucks to fix.
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05 Dakota making a squeaking noise by uberdavey
Sep 08, 2006 (8:10 am)
My truck has been making a strange squeeking noise. I can only hear the noise between 25 and 50 mph.Slower or faster then that and I cannot hear it. It sounds like it is coming from the rear passenger side. The sound speeds up a little as i accelerate between 25 and 50. Was at the dealership awhile ago and asked about it and they said it was probably just due to the new tires. Been a few months and it is still doing this. Any ideas as to what it is?
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Re: 2003 QC 4.7L 2WD 3.92 - LSD Rear Diff Problems [mike133] by dataguru
Sep 08, 2006 (8:14 am)

Replying to: mike133 (Sep 06, 2006 5:10 pm)

mike133 - thanks for your feedback.
 
Was there a standard TSB issued on this or a recall issued? I can't find any details on this issue.
 
dataguru

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