Dodge Dakota Torque Converter Shuddering Causes

Your Dodge Dakota’s torque converter is responsible for connecting and disconnecting the engine from the transmission, transferring power smoothly. When this process fails, it can lead to torque converter shudder. Causes of shuddering can include worn torque converter clutches or the gradual application of the torque converter clutch, which may result in shuddering at varying … Read more

Dodge Dakota Radio Stopped Working: Causes + How to Fix

Has the radio in your Dodge Dakota stopped working?  If so, there are three common causes for this issue.  They are a blown fuse, loose or corroded wiring, and a problem with the radio itself. If your radio comes on but isn’t working, this article will cover that too: Please jump to the section that’s … Read more

Dodge Dakota Rattling Coming From Behind: Causes + Diagnosis

If you hear your Dodge Dakota rattling when going over bumps, this sound could be caused by various issues, from minor to more serious.  Here, we’ll explore the potential causes of the rattling sound in your truck and offer possible solutions. The most common reason for a rattling noise when hitting bumps is a loose … Read more

Dodge Dakota Parking Brake Stuck: Causes + How to Fix

There’s nothing worse than finding out your Dodge Dakota’s parking brake is stuck, especially when you’re ready for the day. The good news is this problem can be easily fixed with some simple steps. In this article, we’ll discuss the causes of a stuck parking brake in the Dodge Dakota and how to get your … Read more

Dodge Dakota Heater Only Works While Driving: 5 Common Causes

If your Dodge Dakota’s heat only works when driving, there are five leading causes you should check.  They are low coolant, air pockets, a bad heater core, an airlocked cooling system, and a malfunctioning thermostat. We’ll start with the easy-to-check common problems and work our way to the harder-to-deal-with rarer issues that could be affecting … Read more

Dodge Dakota Check Engine Light On: Why and What to Do

The check engine is the most common warning light that appears in the Dodge Dakota’s instrument cluster.  Well over half of this site’s content is related to solving the various reasons why the check engine light comes on. The good news is that the check engine light indicates that there are Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) … Read more

Dodge Dakota Soft Brake Pedal Causes

If your Dodge Dakota has a soft brake pedal, it is a sign of a serious brake system issue. It’s usually caused by air entering the system in some way through a leak.  This article covers the six most common causes of a soft brake pedal as well as a solid diagnostic order if you … Read more

Dodge Dakota Alarm Keeps Going Off: Causes + How to Fix

Your Dodge Dakota’s alarm system is designed to detect potential intruders, keep its contents safe, and keep them from driving your truck away. However, it is not uncommon for a car alarm to go off, or keep going off, for no apparent reason– also known as false or “nuisance alarms”.  This article will discuss some … Read more

Dodge Dakota Key Fob Not Working: 5 Common Causes

If your Dodge Dakota’s key fob is not working, the most common reason is a dead battery. Followed by water damage or fob failure.  Below, we’ve listed everything you need to do to get your truck’s fob working again. A dead battery is the most common reason a Dodge Dakota’s key fob fails. Table of … Read more

Dodge Dakota Bad Fuel Mileage: Causes

If you’re filling your truck up regularly and still getting crummy mileage, there are a few things that could be to blame. In this post, we’ll explore some of the most common reasons your Dodge Dakota is getting bad gas mileage. Before diving in, it’s important to note whether or not your Dakota’s check engine … Read more