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@mlss5413

3 жыл бұрын

U mention the v6 and v8.....but never mention the 4 banger Dakotas

@marcusmafla8863

3 жыл бұрын

@@mlss5413 ó10 L LP ml

@lawrenceashcraft2025

3 жыл бұрын

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@MrMajintiger

3 жыл бұрын

My truck sometimes idles at 1000 when i crank it up and usually by the time i get to the stop sign to turn it goes away... its not rough though its even.. every gear roars the engine the same till it goes away! any ideas?

@rivermaupin8798

3 жыл бұрын

@@mlss5413 never i been looking for help videos all morning

my dakota hit 400k miles yesterday original engine and transmission, no slip, no knocks gonna pull the motor this weekend for a refresh

@milo963

2 жыл бұрын

What motor and trans? Only 150K on my 2001 4.7 4X4 5-speed but it never breaks. Keeping as long as I can rebuild it.

@gears7467

Ай бұрын

What engine?

@ihatecrackhead

Ай бұрын

@@gears7467 3.9L now it's over 500k but I got another truck, my mom borrowed it and I had to replace the battery cause it sat a year but still runs great, probably should change the oil though lol

Ok from a guy thats been on youtube since its birth on 2007 1aauto has really got their accuracy together over the years.

Thank you for this awesome video. I have been chasing a few problems for a while now on my 2001 Dakota 5 speed. The two that you provided in this video were the valley pan and the crankshaft end play. Your video described all the steps I have already taken to fix the problems and they were still there. I have not replaced the valley pan yet, and I had not thought to check crankshaft end play for the grinding / hard to put into gear. It makes sense as it shifts not bad when first started, but after it is warm the shifting gets worse. It feels like the clutch pedal just needs to be depressed just a bit more. I have watched many video's and yours is BY FAR...the best out there!!! Thank you so much!!

I had mine for 15 years. Replaced that cap 3 times with manufacturer caps. Other than that, great truck taken out by a 300M on their phone. No rust whatsoever in Virginia. Always sprayed the underside after snow. 214,000 + miles.

I bought a little v6 Dakota as a second truck because it's a pain in the but loading dirt bikes in my lifted Silverado all the time. Aside from that little v6 being kinda gutless I grew to love the truck. My intention was to use it to haul bikes around the desert on weekends. But now I probably drive it more than any of my other vehicles. The interior is in great shape considering it's a 90s dodge. I actually considered pulling it into the shop and painting it. But I'm worried if I do it will bee nice enough that I won't want to use it for it's original purpose anymore. Anyway, it's been a good little truck.

SERIOUSLY. THANK YOU. I have an 01 dakota and this explains ALOT! You are a savior. Huge thanks

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped! If you need any parts, please visit: 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-Now

Great information you hit the nail on the head on every problem I worked for Chrysler for 20+ years and you had done a jam up job explaining these problems

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad you like the video.

Great video nice to have things to look for. Never heard of a throw out plate. The heat issues are something else you could mention like the blend door and heater hose reroute on the V6 to get the hottest possible water in the heater core. These videos are very helpful to lots of people!. Update.. Heater core was blocked. Very small heater core. Single row. Full day with help. Heat works good now!

You rock ,clear explanation & specified where what to look for! Thanks!

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@andybrewer6181

2 жыл бұрын

I know rite. She is badass.

Great info thanks for sharing! My Dakota had the intake fixed before I bought the truck , the repair cost was 955$

Thank you for this video! My 98 was stalling intermittent with no codes. Sure enough that vacuum cap you show had fallen off! Reinstalled it with zip ty to keep it planted and swapped the IAC valve just to be sure and she's running sweet again. Thanks very much! Btw you have a great smile 😊

Good video. Excellent narration, easy to follow because it didn’t go too slow. Good camera work and lighting as well. I have an 03 Dakota with a few of these problems/symptoms. Thank you!

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Well done my lady. Looking to buy a used 2004 DD and get the scoop on whats what with it. Now I know. You rock!

Wow first part of the video helped a lot. Explained the exact symptoms I’ve been having and what I’ve done. Never did I think to check I knew it might be a vacuum leak but no clue where to check. Thanks!

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help! Thanks for watching the video! If you need any parts for your truck you can check us out at 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-Now

Thank you so much for this information! I've been trying to figure out why my 2000 Dakota has been running so rough. After changing coil packs. It was still running rough. Then I heard about the intake gasket. Now you just confirmed it to me. I can't thank you enough. I'm not sure how much it will cost but at least I know what the problem is. God bless you!

@jacobsweet3538

2 ай бұрын

How much did it cost?

Absolutely well done video! The right amount of describing and showing. Perfect!

Thanks a lot for these. I've had my '99 3.9l 5speed for over 23 years and luckily haven't had any of these issue other than the crank sensor in the first 3 or 4 years of ownership. It's been a great truck I should probably treat it better. I hope to keep it another 20 years. 🤞

Love those trucks. Thank you for the easy to watch and informative video!

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I have a 1997 Dodge Dakota runs like a hero I appreciate all the information I'm going to check my truck out tomorrow

This video was super helpful, helped me find a evac leak

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

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@dylanheraid4611

3 жыл бұрын

I have one too

Thank you very informative. I have a 2004 I really like it despite it needing a lot of cosmetic work. I am slowly getting the bugs worked out too.

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

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Very good review. I have one of these Dakotas and It has a ton of miles but is still a good truck. This video has hit on most every problem I have with the truck. Thank you for the simple and informative video.

Good video. I have a P0456 code. This video game me the knowledge to check out everything after I make sure the gas cap is tight!

This video is short, sweet & very well presented. U can see the problem in the intake belly pan gasket, open the throttle blade, look down & U will see all the oil & where it traces from. I have done 100's of these belly pan, gasket & bolts oh & the bolts were the issue. People overlook the PCV Breather Filter on these & it really makes the throttle body blades dirty if not addressed. Also the 3.9L is a poor design regarding balance ..Let me quote 1 of my Favorite Chrysler Engineers "It will shake your dentures loose."

Sent this to my buddy who won’t listen to anything I tell him ( I work at my own shop ) He really listened to you! Even said the same things!! Anyways thanks again!! 😂

Great job on this presentation. Very helpful and clear to understand. Thanks.

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Wow what wonderful comments. Thank you for a great lesson. Your truly a great teacher

Young lady you're just the best!! Thanks for sharing another great video be safe

Just bought a 4.7 '04 as a beater. Definitely looking forward to busting a few knuckles and learning a few things. Thanks for the help!

ive seen her videos before and always helpful. I wish she was my mechanic- she is awesome.

Excellent video, to the point and clear delivery. Thank you

My first truck, love that little guy.

@lux4134

2 жыл бұрын

My first car

Thank you thank you! That crankshaft position sensor fixed my truck! Cranks with 1 or 2 seconds again! Just like new!

I saw this and was really reminded of how good my 03 Dakota SLT 3.9L has been to me. It's given me zero major issues so far, and only a few minor issues that I either have fixed or plan on fixing. Had a misfire on cylinder 6 last year, original wiring from the distributer ate through the coating and fused to the number 4 wire. Had a full tune up and problem solved. Had an exhaust leak on the exhaust manifold as well, took it a step further and installed a set of quality short-tube headers, a magnaflow premium cat and a magnaflow rumbler dual chamber muffler. I also installed a cold-air intake and a ported throttle body (because why the hell not?). Only issues rn are a bit of play in the steering (needs new tie rod bushings) and a slow-shifting trans (needs new shift solenoids). Truck has 211k miles on the original engine and trans and still runs like a champ. When the engine or trans finally goes out, I'm probably going to swap a 6.4L V8 with the Dodge 8-speed auto into it. And despite several road trips to the northern states by the previous owners, it has ZERO rust, save the original exhaust, which is expected regardless of the environment. I love this truck to death, and out of the Toyota Echo and Saturn Vue I have previously own, and the Ford Ranger I currently own, it is easily the best vehicle I have ever invested in. ❤

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

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@J.G.3

2 жыл бұрын

I have a '03 Dakota 3.9L too with a little over 180,000 miles. I have a bit of play in the steering wheel and a slow shifting trans as well, seems to take forever to shift into third gear. I checked the EVAP hoses since it was throwing the EVAP code and it does have some cracking on the inside of the hoses. Gonna have to replace those and get her a full tune up. Had to replace the blower motor fan relay behind the glove box since the fan speeds wouldn't work on any speed except low. I also have a '07 Saturn Vue, lol. And the sun roof is a bitch on that! It keeps leaking because the drain tubes keep coming off the nipples. Had to have it fixed and the electrical wiring replaced where it leaked under warranty. And the damn thing started leaking again out of warranty this time.

@oxidizedolive

2 жыл бұрын

@@J.G.3 check your throttle value cable, it's the one on the back side of the throttle body, towards the firewall. After being set for so long, it could be stretched. If the line is too loose or tight, it will dramatically affect shifting points and behavior. There should only be about 1/8"-1/16" of play in the cable. But the solenoids are a weak link, overdrive solenoid is my problem child rn. It still works, but it gets stuck between third and fourth for about a second before finally engaging 4th.

@c.s.s.1723

2 жыл бұрын

@@oxidizedolive ….. I have got to look at that. My 04’ will shift up into overdrive before I even get up to 40 mph. Then it does an elaborate downshifting search to try to select the right gear. Locking out the overdrive only helps a little bit. I does fine with overdrive over 60 though for some reason.

@brownwrench

2 жыл бұрын

Want some other hotrod bits? I have a ported intake, heads, 1.7 rocker arms and upgraded injectors for sale.

Very helpful video, I've had a few of these problems with my 01 Durango. 👍

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I’ve got a 2002 with the 4.7, around 180k and she’s running great, aside from what I think is my starter shitting out for the second time or some kinda electrical prob, it smells like a electrical fire once I turn the truck over and the volt meter will hit the floor after a minute

Very good video of my three Dakota's two of them definitely had number five when they sat and it was raining and then it would go away so I never really looked into it

incredible help ! thank you million times !

Great explanation about the issues... good video and lots of info... thanks

Great presentation with solid information. I loved the occasional smile :)!

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Thank you this video is so helpful. Very knowledgeable self-explanatory and visual 100%. That's how you do a video for beginner mechanics like myself shade tree mechanic I should say LOL thank you guys and gales

Thanks for the tips. I have one. Loose axle shafts on the 4wd's. The spline design is the worst. Too much rattle. Heater cores are buried . Dodge built the dash and truck around it.

Thank you for the video. This helps me a lot!

Nice execution of Dakota problems.

I bought mine, an extended cab, in April of '98. I also bought the extended warranty, probably the only one to ever pay for itself. Heater hose blew off on the drive home from the dealer. The front crank seal went bad after 6 months. The first of three cat convertors was replaced for severe rattling inside. Front suspension, upper and lower A arms and bushings replaced @ 41k. The Goodyear tires, part of the tire and handling package, were shot by 28k. Great grip in summer. Worthless in snow, couldn't move in 1" snowfall. Fuel line rubbed a hole in it under the cab. Common problem I was told. Front shocks shot at 45k. Ticking sound from top end of engine from about 25k on, shop said it was nothing, probably the Mobil One oil I always used. The guy who bought my truck with some warranty left on it at 95k had the dealer replace the cam and lifters. The admitted that was the problem all along. The truck started to die along the interstate, and would sometimes take 10 minutes or so before it would start, acted like no fuel. Dealer couldn't find the problem, replaced the fuel pump. The next time it happened, the found that it was a bad sensor shutting off the fuel. There were probably more that I don't recall, as I said the extended warranty helped, but I had to pay the deductible each time. But as bad as this truck was, it still is the best looking truck I ever owned. The sporty wheels, and for a bit, the big Goodyears. The factory extended wheel flairs, the aftermarket hood with dual air scoops, the matching cap over the back. When I think back to those three years I owned it, that's what I remember, not all the bad stuff that plagued me during that time. Fortunately I didn't have any of these top five problems.

Great tips specially on Dodges

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

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I have the rough idle and sluggish off the line issue. I think you nailed it on the head with the intake valley pan, been pullin my hair out trying to solve this issue but I feel that may just be it. Very informative video and I thank you.

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

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@tomc8157

3 жыл бұрын

Hughes Engines, get the plenum plate. I bought the Hughes intake manifold for mine, and good to go.

@josephperkins3379

Жыл бұрын

Is the "valley pan gasket" the "intake manifold gasket"? Sorry trying to find the right part

@LeapFrog_Radio

3 ай бұрын

Intake ​Plenum Gasket, did you fix it?! ​@@josephperkins3379

I have an 04 Dakota that I bought new. 205k miles as of Aug 2021. Replaced transmission at 110k. Have also replaced water pump, AC compressor and on third set of engine coils. Various other items as normal wear and tear goes. I admit I don't like my truck as much as I used to... but it still looks and runs decent.

@c.s.s.1723

2 жыл бұрын

Tell me the truth. Are those seats not the most uncomfortable you have ever sat in? Not even trying to be a smart ass. I just want to know I’m not the only one.

One specific issue I encountered was the highlight switch going bad which required it to be replaced. The cost of replacement was close to$1000.00, thank goodness for the extended warranty which covered the cost of replacement.

@billchastain8351

Жыл бұрын

Upaid a 1000 FOR headlight switch. 👎

Ive had none of these issues thankfully but I was told the u joints on the main drive shaft go bad a lot as well. Had to replace those but nothing major since I bought it used in 2004 and now has 257000 miles on her.

She forgot to mention the INSANE amount of rust on that. The rust had rust on it.

@happytrails5342

3 жыл бұрын

Typical truck lol

@VSigma725

3 жыл бұрын

I'm stunned it has that much rust on the underside and yet the wheelwells aren't all bubbled up like mine. Weird.

@Thepaintaholic

3 жыл бұрын

Little freaking obvious dont y’a think?

@Thepaintaholic

3 жыл бұрын

@@VSigma725 frame vs body

@ethansmith8813

2 жыл бұрын

Mines got grass growing out of the valve cover

I have a 2001 never had a problem with it just regular maintenance love it

@richsweeney1115

3 жыл бұрын

You're lucky

Nicely done, thanks

Brilliant!!! Your explanation was great! Awesome video =D

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Great video , thank you!

My 97 doesn’t have any problems... yet so this video would give me an idea of what to check up on.

@chapoelite1491

3 жыл бұрын

How many miles

@sockfox420

3 жыл бұрын

@@chapoelite1491 around 17,800 or sum thing close to that

@jdominguez093

3 жыл бұрын

@@sockfox420 Wow that's crazy, you must keep that thing in mint condition

@sockfox420

3 жыл бұрын

@@jdominguez093 i checked its more like 15100 and yea she clean af

Your good thank you fixxed my evap system. Saved me big $$$

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

Good job on the explanations

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Great video! Thanks.Right to the point.

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

where the heck have you been my whole life right to the point no BS great video

Very informative - thank you..

Awesomeness thanks for sharing

I have No issues with my 02 Dodge Dakota I love my truck 👍👍👍

@hotmetal459

2 жыл бұрын

I have an 02 extended cab 4x4 with 4.7L and 5 speed manual. Love love love it! I’ll turn it into a pasture puddle jumper before I sell it!

@davidblack5551

2 жыл бұрын

@@hotmetal459 EXACTLY 👍👍

If she is not a auto shop instructor, she should be, she has the talent, straight forward, no crap attitude.

You fixed my truck, thanks

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

1A Auto is In tune with potential clients by using these platforms whether it be KZread or other platforms, smart. I know other companies do it too they don't seem to be as thorough and have a broad base video library like 1A. But I'll wager this, they're getting smarter seeing what their competition does. Kudos to the young lady who hosted this video, she's to-the-point no bulshit.

Awesome video thanks

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

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Brilliant video

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Great info thank you 👏

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Very informative.

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Great video! To the point and quick, and not too much talking.

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

what a great video. glad i found it

Thank you keep up the good work 😊

Good video i had 4 out 5 of these problems. My manual never gave me any issues cause I actually know how to drive a clutch

@Thepaintaholic

3 жыл бұрын

Lmfao unlike half the people who drove them and looked like they are just pumping to the base lol

I absolutely love this lady 💚😎🤘🤘🤘

Man I love Dakotas. I have two 99 R/T's . Boy am I glad they are southern trucks. The sxt in this vid is obviously a snowbelt truck. wow at the rust.

This is going to be useful

well explained 👏

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Nice overview

Good video thanks

Well done thank you. ❤

I've been considering a older but low mileage dakota. But now... anyway thanks for this review!

#1 for random stalling with P0300, crank codes and other random errors should be pcm failure. Do a bump test on the pcm. Find it, tap/slap/bump the cover....if it dies, its bad.

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

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Good video, thanks!

@1AAuto

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

Rust. Rust. Rust. That’s their problems. Brake calipers made of cheese. Strip out all the time.

@thundergauge

3 жыл бұрын

Years ago I had a lube shop install a brand new caliper and when they installed it, they cross threaded the caliper pins and ruined both of the threads on my steering knuckle, after that, the brakes never worked right on the drive side and it caused damages to the brake caliper, the rotor, and the brake pads, when they drove my truck back to the shop, the brakes got so hot and looked like my truck was on fire from all the smoke because the caliper was unable release and was sticking very horribly. After that I never took my vehicle to a quick lube shop again, finally 5 years later I decided to work on my truck myself and then I discovered how they messed up, they probably cross threaded the slide pins because they didn’t start slide pins by hand and instead probably torqued them with an air gun. I ended up getting a new steering knuckle at the junkyard when I learned that the threads were stripped on the old knuckle, the steering knuckle from the junkyard was in very good condition and barely had any rust on it.

@Dennis-sq2nm

3 жыл бұрын

Had one for 17 years. No rust. Not 1 powertrain issue either. Junk primer tho. White paint flaked off big time

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

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@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your story and for checking out the video, Phillip!

@Vlad2319

3 жыл бұрын

Rust is from salted roads. I've had vehicles from the north and have seen plenty of the same vehicle explicitly drove in the south. Northern ones rusted from floor up, Southern ones might have a spot in the weirdest corner.

Thanks,l learned a lot about my dodge.😀

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

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That's a real woman! Lol refreshing to see such a knowledgeable female in the mechanic industry. 👍😁

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

+Adam Watts Thanks for the feedback!

@byrek8975

3 жыл бұрын

Nigga that’s a man

@Its_Renee_

3 жыл бұрын

@@1AAuto I'm happy to see this as well! ~Proud daughter of a mechanic!

@lisajoyce6803

3 жыл бұрын

Isn’t it though but people think I’m a weird ass because I know more about cars than most women do and body stuff too. I also own 3 Dakotas a2003 sly standard cab 2004 Dakota sxt standard cab 3.7 2004 Dakota 4x4 crew cab 8cylinder

@wattscreates1977

3 жыл бұрын

I own a 02 dakota! It's only a sport but I'm seeing lots of potential in it, I'd like to do a v8 swap in it for my sons 16th birthday. He's 5 now so I may not have enough time. 🤔😁🤣👍

Tenho uma ano 2000/automática uma ótima Dodge 🇧🇷👍✊

Mine is 2003, (3.9- 4x4) own it now 10 years, it's a very reliable car.

Great video and explanations new sub

Muchas gracias por este video, me ha servido mucho, saludos desde Chile

Little tip on my 04 I had too replace the crank sensor and it was not on the bell housing actually under the exhaust manifold on the passenger side must be in the newer years of the generation

Good vid! Thanks.

@1AAuto

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

Thank you!!!!!

Good video

We have a 1997 Dakota Sport, 88k miles, runs like it's brand new, never had any engine codes yet. Only thing that really sucks is the vents smell really bad, they have for many many years, and also the paint fell off everywhere back in like 2002 which seems to be pretty normal for these trucks.

@gppotto2

2 жыл бұрын

same me too

I just replaced the alternator on my friend Bobbies Dodge Dakota 2002 . She's been working hard to have her own truck ..... and has came a long way (it needed a lot of work ; which I had no hand 'til today) Anyways other issues came up after her test drive ....... so I came home and found your video . WOW ! I ... love .... you ..... You are the best ! . But seriously if I had to guess , I would say you're already married . But truthfully .... how many proposals have you gotten since starting this channel ??? I ask because I can't possibly be the only person smitten after viewing their first video of you . Haha , anyways cheers and thank you ! plus I'm happily married .... I'm just say'n ..... wow .

Thank you! Very, very helpful. I know not to purchase any vehicles from the Northern U.S.! Look at all those rusts!!😆

I got an 04 with 290k+.....still rockn