On vehicles with a 3.7L V6 and 4.7L V8, water may pass by the cowl screen (at the base of the windshield) in heavy rain or a car wash. This can cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate. A revised cowl screen may be available to fix this problem.
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Newest reported 2005 Dodge Durango problems
Replace Transmission Cooler Return Filter if it Has "AB" Suffix
If the transmission delays initial gear engagement after being parked overnight or longer, it may be due to a suspect transmission cooler return filter. If the transmission was recently serviced and the part number for the cooler return filter contains an "AB" suffix at the end, a new filter should be installed.
8 Reports
interior light
when i start my truck the interior light come on and will not go off. lights will stay on while i am driving. When i cut the car off and take the key out they stay on. they do dim a little but they do not go off . i have to dicunect the batt every night to get the to turn off but as soon as i conect it back, the lights come . what could be cuseing this?
6 Reports
Check Engine Light Due to Transmission or Software Fault
Some transmission related Check Engine Light problems can be corrected with a software update to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Some repairs may also require the installation of revised parts.
2 Reports
Rough Idle and/or Stalling Due to Glogged EGR Tube
A rough engine idle and/or engine stalling condition may develop, often associated with illumination of the Check Engine Light and an exhaust gas recirculation (ERG) fault code stored. This is commonly caused by a clogged EGR tube. The repair involves cleaning the clogged EGR tube.
14 Reports
Ticking Type Noise From Exhaust Manifold Area
A ticking type noise may develop, most noticeable when the engine is cold. This is commonly caused by one or more broken exhaust manifold bolts. Our technicians recommend to replace the broken bolts as needed, also the exhaust manifold gaskets should be replaced at this time.
96 Reports
Odor from HVAC vents
Some vehicles may develop a musty odor coming from the HVAC system, Dodge has issued a cleaner/disinfectant and a coating for the evaporator designed to inhibit bacterial growth.
8 Reports
Check Engine Light Due to Failed Thermostat
The thermostat may fail to close completely, causing the Check Engine Light to illuminate. This problem will prevent the engine from reaching normal operating temperature; a new thermostat should be installed.
2 Reports
Whining Noise at Freeway Speeds From Rear of Vehicle
A whining noise heard driving at freeway speeds (more than 55 mph) can be normal noise from the rear axle which is being transmitted through the body. A body/frame damper is available which may help with this concern.
9 Reports
Software Updates Available for Check Engine Light Issues
The Check Engine Light may illuminate for many different reasons, some of which may be corrected by updating the software in the powertrain control module (PCM).
5 Reports
Transfer Case
Transfer Case Needs to be replaced. Used with 14K miles for $700 plus $400 labor. New would be $2,100 plus $400 labor
1 Report
New bearing retainer to fix play in steering wheel
If it feels as though the steering wheel has a small amount of play (moves toward you when pulled), a new bearing retainer may be needed for the steering column.
2 Reports
Squawking from sway bar bushing in below freezing temperatures
In temperatures below freezing, there may be a squawking or screeching noise from the front suspension. Lubricating the sway bar bushings where they contact the sway bar can help with this concern.
2 Reports
Memory seat module may need software update
The Memory Seat Module (MSMD) may need a software update if the driver's seat and steering wheel do not return to their memorized positions, or if the seat system intermittently does not function.
2 Reports
Memory seat module may need software update
The Memory Seat Module (MSMD) may need a software update if the driver's seat and steering wheel do not return to their memorized positions, or if the seat system intermittently does not function.
3 Reports