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craig a. keller
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2/04/2001
19:23:59
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I just purchased 98 dak 3.9 2wd and heard there might have been recall on cat. converter? On the highway I got 18 mpg so I figured something isn't right.(5sp, no air) Any help would be appreciated, it seems to run strong but mpg sucks.(40,000 K miles)
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chris
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2/05/2001
19:09:39
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they probably won't replace it unless it rattles or something...mine rattled after about 44K miles on it, i was inder the 8 year 80000 mile warrenty, so dodge replaced it for free($500+ part)..been fine ever since..i did notice a decent gain in power(butt dyno), but not much change in mpg...as for the recall check out www.alldata.com Hope that helps.
Chris DeCrease
97 Dak 3.9 Sport 5-sp
3"Body Lift 33"BFG TA ko's
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BenB
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3/30/2001
18:04:08
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My converter got clogged up around 14,000 On my 98 Sport. The dealership said there having problems with those cloggin up. I got mine replaced & its working better... still a little pinging. but at least it dosent sound like i'm dragging cans anymore
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Lee
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4/04/2001
10:04:02
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I have been through 5 catalytic converters on my 98 V6 5-speed, the reason why they go out on the v6's is because the are too close to the rear of the tranny. If I recall right on the v8's they are a little farther back.
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Dave
Dodge Dakota
10/04/2001
15:05:47
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I have a 1998 Dakota Sport, 3.9 V6, 5 Spd. At 9,000 miles (6 mos. old)the converter started rattling so the dealer replaced it. At about 44,000 miles (18 mos. old) the same thing happened again. Now I'm at 57,000 miles (38 mos. old) and it's clunking AGAIN. I have an appointment to have it checked. Mechanics (other than Dodge dealer types)I have talked to say that by the color of the tail pipe and the fact that it continues to go bad it sounds like the engine fuel system is set too rich and causing the insides of the converter to disintegrate over time. This is getting ridiculous. Any ideas??? Dave
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Dave
Dodge Dakota
10/04/2001
15:10:20
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BTW...the last Dodge dealer mechanic who replaced it told me I was using CHEAP gas so I started using AMOCO and I still have the problem. I have a 94 Vette with 52,000 miles on it and it still has the original cats and I've used the same/other gas as in the Dakota for the last five years. I guess that shoots down the cheap gas excuse!!
Dave
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Nirami
Dodge Dakota
10/04/2001
15:20:18
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When he said cheap gas. He was talking about using Regular gas 89 octane. That is what he ment by cheap gas. He was talking about changing octane. But don't. He is totally wrong.
- Mikel
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Bignardi
Dodge Dakota
10/06/2001
09:25:07
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I have 99 Dakota. After I bought it used in April of 2001 I noticed a rattling noise from the catalitic cover. I went to the dealer and it was still under warrenty at 38k. The dealer replaced it for free. No noise from it since.
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David Terrell
Dodge Dakota
10/18/2001
14:49:25
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I have 2 1997 Dodge Dakota Club cab sports and on one the Cat started rateling @ 44,000 and the other just started @ 70,000. The most recient one started having "chugging" problems after being under a load for a while and got warmed up. The problem I am now having is that the dealer informed me that the cat is on "NATIONAL BACK ORDER" with no ETA for the warrenty replacement of the cat. If the cat is on this type of back order, shoul they be on a recall?
Does anyone know of a dealer who has a cat in stock so that I can get mine replaced before I get pulled over for generating a tremendous noise that sounds like a lot of empty beer cans in the bed.
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Lesley
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10/25/2001
12:52:16
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Dave - I have the exact same condition with mine (3 cats later). I did a lot of research and asked a lot of questions, and it sounds like the problem is the 02 sensor in front of the cat, (there are 2, one forward, one after for emissions) causing it to run rich. It overheats the cat, causing the ceramic to shatter. They don't always show up on the computer, so the shop may not think to check it. I'm in the process of changing mine (it's on the list of the 10,000 other **&%#@@!! things I have to do).
97 3.9 V6 Sport Club Cab. Black.
Quick D Intake.
Awaiting Installation: JBA headers, V8 R/T TB,
Autolite 3923s with Borg Warner Wires
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Dan
Dodge Dakota
11/03/2001
19:43:17
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Oh the sweet sound of cans dragging under your dakota isn't nice!!!!, After 3 Catalitic Converts, I really hate this truck, I have spent at least 40+ hours at dealer for repairs, I have 30K on my truck, Just got another one replaced!, When is this going to stop!, Dealer said"Almost looks like a sulfer build-up in Cat", this is why corrosion caused the guts to loosen on the converter and make that terrible can dragging sound, Whne does the warranty expire on this cat?, Well maybe the next owner with have to deal with it because this truck is junk!, I love the looks and the power but man this is real piece of @#$%!
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David Terrell
Dodge Dakota
12/27/2001
12:15:52
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I finally got my converter replaced and the truck seams to run better. I have 79,000 miles and the converter warrenty exires at 80K. I was thinking about keeping the truck, but with the new Ram 1500 Quad out at the same price as the Dakota and the future cat problems that will come out of my pocket, I must give up my baby and go down a different road. Good luck to all
David
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Jeff Smith
Dodge Dakota
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2/09/2002
23:34:57
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I HAVE A 1997 SLT DAKOTA AND I NEED TO HAVE MY 3RD CONVERTER AT 96,000 MILES.THIS ONE WILL COST ME AND I DO NOT LIKE IT. I AM A MASTER MECHANIC AND I THINK THAT THE CONVERTERS ARE SUB-STANDARD CONSTRUCTION AND DODGE KNOWS IT. THEY SHOULD HAVE A RECALL AND PUTON ONE THAT WILL LAST. THIS IS ALSO A V-6 JEEP PROBLEM.
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Lesley
GenIII
2/10/2002
11:56:41
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I agree with you 100%
97 3.9 CC Sport. Black. Auto 3.55
Quick D Intake, JBA Stainless headers, Autolite 3923s, stainless Borla Turbo XL, V8 R/T TB,
FMS fuel injectors
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Gibby
Dodge Dakota
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2/11/2002
12:13:45
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How much does a new cat cost? I am at 60k and I am now getting the "dragged can" effect as well!!
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David Terrell
Dodge Dakota
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2/11/2002
13:11:31
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I am not sure how much the replacement converter is from Dodge. You might want to check and see if there are other converters on the market that are not from Dodge that may hold up better.
We, as owners, should not be continually hastling with replacing the same part multiple times, even at "no" cost to us. The converter might be covered under warranty, but having it replaced 3 times is very expensive if you factor in the time it takes to go back and forth to the dealer. And of course, you have to take the truck in for service, and since the part is not in stock, you have to go back in a second time when it finally arrives.
Does anyone know what needs to be done in order for Dodge to recall the converters and fix the problem if it with the converter or the oxygen sensors?
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steve
Dodge Dakota
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3/04/2002
00:15:05
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I just had to replace my cat at 52,000 miles.I was on the highway to start my vacation.what a vacation it was!It didnt happen that weekend.The cat cost me right around 100 bucks.Is there anyway to get reimbursed for this???If someone knows,please let me know. p.s. it is a 98 Dakota Sport.2.5 liter with a 5 speed.
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Lesley
GenIII
3/04/2002
02:54:00
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That should have still been under warranty! Check with your dealer - up here in Canada it is 8 years or 100,000 kilometres.
97 3.9 CC Sport. Black. Auto 3.55
Quick D Intake, JBA Stainless headers, Autolite 3923s, stainless Borla Turbo XL, V8 R/T TB,
19 lb.FMS fuel injectors. Coming 17" Boyd Coddington Smoothies
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Phil Ashley
Dodge Dakota
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3/05/2002
23:14:10
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My converter started ratteling bad at about 65000 dealer just gave me the run around, I now have 72000. Do I have any recourse?
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Lesley
GenIII
3/05/2002
23:48:36
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If you are in the States, I think you have up to 80,000 miles. It isn't an option for those friggin dealers, if it is bad, they have to replace it. It's the law.
97 3.9 CC Sport. Black. Auto 3.55
Quick D Intake, JBA Stainless headers, Autolite 3923s, stainless Borla Turbo XL, V8 R/T TB,
19 lb.FMS fuel injectors. Coming 17" Boyd Coddington Smoothies
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grace
Dodge Dakota
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3/06/2002
15:46:26
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I have a 93 Chevy Blazer it is giving me a hard time starting - starter is okay. When at red lights, it starts to shakes. Someone had said that it could be my catalitic converter. Do you know if this is true or how you can tell if they are going bad?
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Joyce Watson
Dodge Dakota
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3/14/2002
20:13:06
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I had a problem with the catalytic converter on my 2001 Jeep Grand cherokee at about 8,000 miles. Took it to the dealership and was told it was just a fluke. They didn't replace it. Today, at 29,000 miles the car lost power on a busy freeway during rush hour. Catalytic Converter light came on. Was told it had to be replaced. I had to rent a car and was told if I had an extended warranty Chrysler would pay for the rental otherwise it was my problem. Somehow that doesn't sound right to me. Since they opted not to replace it in the first place.
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Chester
Dodge Dakota
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3/31/2002
22:05:04
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Sounds Like a lot of Dodge Pickups have lots of problems with their catties, i have a 95 Ford f-150 and the catties are fine at 107,000, never had a problem, whats that tellin yah boys :)
Ford!!
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dakota bailey
Dodge Dakota
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10/01/2002
22:10:01
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I have a 97 dakota 4x4 with 105k. I am about to put the third cat on it. Does anyone have any tips on what to do about it? Can you take it off without screwing something up or messing with the o2 sensor? And why is it clogging up in the first place? DOES ANYONE KNOW?????? PLEASE HELP!!!!
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i . martorelli
Dodge Dakota
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10/31/2002
13:50:04
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i have 95 jeep grand cherokee
cat sounds like a rattle trap
it is out of warranty
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alfredo saldierna za
Dodge Dakota
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11/29/2002
02:38:35
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HELLO I DEDICATE ME TO INSTALACION OF MOFLES AND I HAVE CONVERTERS CATALITICOS, NESECITO TO KNOW WHERE THEY BUY THEM DIRECTLY FOR RECICLO THANKS
URGENTE CONTESTACION
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davin qually
Dodge Dakota
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3/11/2003
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pls help!in doing a project on a cacalitic converter,can u either give me a run down on the workings of it or may you please give me sum refrences?i would really appriciate ut!
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Gregg Edmonds
Dodge Dakota
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3/13/2003
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I have a 96 5.2L Dodge ram 1500 sport club cab.
After about 2 mufflers and a rattling cattie, I decided to take the baffles Ceramic out of the cattie. The gas mileage seems okay, but the check maintenance light is on due to the 02 sensor. Right know there is 130.000 miles on the truck.
After about 15,000 since the cattie work was done the thing still pings and smokes at start up.
With the baffles out will that cause the exhaust to be white and thick at start up? And how can i get the service light off? There should be a recall on these exhaust systems from Dodge.
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David Lackyard
Dodge Dakota
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4/09/2003
18:21:00
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I just purchase a used 1999 Dodge Ram 1500
5.2 litter.
Catalytic Converter Clogged completely 2 months later.
Transmission folded one week later.
Nice looking truck.
the power train is week.
even the newer hemme is a joke.
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J.F.McElroy
Dodge Dakota
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5/01/2003
11:52:34
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Just cameback from the Ford dealer.The check engine lite came on,took the car in to Ford it's a 98 Crown Vic.They are gonna replace the cat.Thank god I had the extended warrenty. Otherwise 1100 bucks to replace.
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Mike D.
Dodge Dakota
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5/15/2003
10:59:47
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I just called my local Dodge dealership. They're very defensive about the problem, claiming that if I didn't maintain it properly that I will be charged an $80 checkout fee. They say that the only way the catalytic converter will go bad is through improper maintenance or physical damage (i.e. being hit). Has anybody else been through this game?
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