Drainback relief valve available if torque converter drains back into transmission on Dodge Dakota
Problem overview
If the vehicle has been parked for an extended period, and the transmission takes a few seconds to engage when shifting into gear from park, it may be caused by the torque converter draining back into the transmission. If the fluid level is correct, a "drainback relief valve" is available that installs in the oil cooler pressure line.
10 people reported this problem
3 commentsDodge Dakota vehicles with this problem
2 model years affected
Average mileage: 94,085 miles
(80,256 - 107,000)
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