Four problems related to radiator have been reported for the 1997 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Replace rusted radiator.
60,000 miles to and from work no abuse ball joints failed and ac has leak in dash,timing chain and idler pulley makes noise. Radiator leaks transmission fluid plastic tanks on radiator.
When going 55 or faster and let off the gas, when reaccelerating the transmission "bucks". The transmission temperature light comes on and the thermostat has been replaced to try to fix the problem but it has not worked.
Replaced rusted radiator.