I have a '97 V6/SLT and had a noise like what you describe from the get go.
After removing the heatshield(s) from mine, no more noises. Check them
first and make sure that they're tight...also check the converter shield
under the cab (passenger side). If that's not the case...it should be still
under warranty so take it in and at least have one of your service managers
take a ride with you around the block.
Bernd D. Ratsch
Pflugerville, TX
1997 Dodge Dakota SLT/CC - 2WD
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Subject: DML: *Rattle Ring Rattle* (help, please!)
Here in the past couple of weeks or so, I've noticed that
the Dak has developed a "ringing rattle" which sounds like
it is coming from under the cab. It only seems real
noticeable after the truck has warmed up a bit (after about
a couple of minutes or so) when driving around in first
and second gear at around 1000-1500 rpm. My guesses:
- cat converter has developed a rattle somehow
- transmission/drivetrain (urk! hope not...)
I have the '97 v6 5speed flavor of Dak - anybody know
what I should be looking for? Anyone else have this
happen to them? If I could get some tips I can have
the dealer take a look at it when I take it in to
have the steering column replaced - hell, I already
have them looking at two TSBs on top of that, might as
well get it all over with now...
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