Automatic Transmission Column Shift problems of the 1997 Dodge Dakota

Two problems related to automatic transmission column shift have been reported for the 1997 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2000

Due to defective driveshaft which was out of balance by 31/2 ounce, differential and transfer case malfunctioned. Please provide further information.

2 Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem

Failure Date: 10/27/1997

Front end seal came out of the transfer case, causing a loss of oil.




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