Kind of on this topic... On 4x4's they suggest that you lube the steering
linkage every 3k. I've found 5 grease fittings so far on the linkage. Is that all
of them? Also, what type of grease should I use to lube these? Just the standard
grease or a higher quality grade?
Mike Crumley wrote:
> At 01:32 PM 3/13/99 , you wrote:
>
> >I am a new 99 Dakota SLT owner V-6. I plan to change my own oil and filter.
> What type(s) of oil and filter do you suggest I use to >keep my Dakota in top
> shape and running smoothly?
>
> Here we go again :-)
> I prefer synthetic oil (Castrol Syntec or Mobil 1). As far as filters go, it
> depends on how often you change your oil. If you are on a 3K mile interval, use
> a Fram PH-16. If you go longer (like 5K) spend the extra bucks for a long life
> filter like a Mobil 1.
>
> Now get ready for every other opinion you can imagine :-)
>
> Mike Crumley 97 V6 Auto
> mail to: mcrumley@airmail.net
>
> I was worried that my mechanic might
> try to rip me off, so I was relieved when
> he told me all I needed was blinker fluid.
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