Questions

From: Jon (jonram@megalink.net)
Date: Thu Nov 22 2001 - 02:48:04 EST


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From: "Jon" <jonram@megalink.net>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Sunday, November 18, 2001 1:53 PM
Subject: DML: Questions
(Second attempt, since no one responded the first time)

> Hey guys,
> Got some questions.
> My truck has always had a very firm 1-2 shift. Not neck-snapping, but
> close. Everytime my dad drives the truck he comments that he thinks it
> needs a tranny fluid/filter change "in the summer"
> Do you guys think so?
> If so, would it be safe to wait until summer?
> I have to use ATF 7176+3, right?
> What's a good filter? Wix?
> Also, I have the OBD II, so the codes are checked by clicking the key
three
> times, just like in my dad's car, but there's a port next to my emergency
> brake release. I originally thought it was for a trailer brake, because
the
> PO apparently pulled trailers (with the bumper, aargh!), but my dad's
> mechanic told me it was an OBDII port. I don't mind it, but I notice it
> alot because even though my truck's an automatic, I use the parking brake
> alot, especially idling (I idle in neutral so the fluid still runs through
> the tranny) and parking on hills (hate the "CLUNK" shifting out of park).
> Thanks guys!
> Later,
> Jon
> jonram@megalink.net
> The Dodge Diesel Website
> http://www.dieseldodge.com
> 1996 Dodge Dakota Sport 4X4, 3.9L V6, 42RE, 3.92:1 8.75 axle
> 1997 Dodge Stratus, Light Silver Fern, 2.0L I4, NV-T350 5-speed, stock
> (Dad's car)
>



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