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2005 Dodge Dakota repairs by problem area

Engine (28%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (26%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (29%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (3%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (3%)

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2005 Dodge Dakota engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (53%)

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Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

51522 mi

US $285
Replace EGR valve 
62400 mi

US $16
Oil pressure light on, suspect pressure sensor. Sensor replaced and oil pressure light performed as expected. DIY job. 
64279 mi

US $300
Camshaft angle sensor failed - lost invoice, cost is approximate. 
94200 mi

US $315
Check Engine Light started flashing after passing a slow truck. Read codes, code P0305 was set. Changed cyl. #5 spark plug, no improvement. Took to dealer, dealer replaced injector in cyl. #5 and solved problem. 
104500 mi

US $761
CEL came on, vehicle would buck at higher throttle openings. P0344 code. Diagnosis determined the cam position sensor was bad & cam position sensor was replaced Dealer observed leak at front crankshaft oil seal - seal was replaced. 

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2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

62000 mi Broken bolts on both exhaust manifolds. New bolts and gaskets installed 
62200 mi Front crankshaft seal leaking oil. New seal installed. 
83000 mi

US $45
Passenger side exhaust manifold broke 2 bolts causing an exhaust leak 
116000 mi

US $25
Vapor pump on gas tank changed. 
116000 mi

US $35
Replaced EGR valve. 
116000 mi

US $75
Changed 2 left oxygen sensors. 
163000 mi

US $200
Radiator leaking. Replaced Radiator water pump & thermostat 

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2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

155100 mi

US $150
TuneUp.It had been 60 or 80K since last tumeup. 
6911 mi 1st rebuild of rear end. New shaft axles, lubricant, etc. 
127800 mi

US $600
Radiator replacement 

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2005 Dodge Dakota Engine Problems

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