Dodge/1991 Dodge Sprit Steering colume and Shifter
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I have a 1991 dodge sprit that will not shift properly from the colume .It does not lock in to gear ie. reverse ,drive , second ,or first. the lock tumbler also pops out about 1/4- 1/2 ince when the key is turned to the run position. I am experienced with cars and trucks for the past 25 years but never came upon this . It also jumps out of gear under acceleration (heavy) to the point it has made it all the way to reverse. and that hurts {if you know what I mean }. Thanks for your help . George
Self adjusting clutch? Or cable manual adjust? It doesn't sound like the clutch is completely dis-engaging and that would cause the tough shifts and being it's not locked into gear it would be prone to popping out under heavy load. You mean the lock cylinder pops out? Sounds like it needs to be replaced. It's less than 60 bucks I believe. So when it pops out of gear it travels to the reverse gear?! Does it engage in reverse?! Have you removed the shifter boot and inspected the washer on the left of the shift mount? They are known to wear out and make it EXTREMELY hard to engage the gears. I know from personal experience. Checked the fluid level? What fluid are you using in the transmission. I believe it should be 5W-30 GL-3 motor oil. I have GL-5 synthetic in mine. Let me know what you think.
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I have been deeply intrigued with Chrysler/Dodge mechanics and extremely well at diagnosing them. I myself have had two 94 3.0L Chrysler Engines, 1 w/ the A604 Ultra-Drive and the A-543 Getrag Manual (5) speed. I have done most of my work myself and have helped many friends and strangers with mechanical issues. I am constantly strengthening my knowledge inside the Mopar Arena reading daily and finding things to modify/upgrade/repair on my own vehicle. I can answer questions pertaining to fuel issues (on fuel injected), most main Chrysler sensors and their purposes (MAP, EGR, TPS, AIS, Coolant, Knock, Relays, etc.) I can assist in emissions issues (i.e. gas mileage, ignition problems) and I know most of the breakdown and specs on these engines. I can discuss Cam profiles, Lash adjusters, Valve Springs Rocker Arms, Timing Belts, etc. I, being a close friend with a 10 year Chrysler Mechanic have discussed Chrysler Engine manufacturing, vigorous testing, durability, Etc. I can advise on oil related issues such as Loss of oil, burning/leaking oil, high/low oil pressure, weight and viscosity of the oil and the differences and qualities in various brands of oil. I know how an Automatic and a Standard Transmission/Transaxle work along with the intermediate velocity shafts and constant velocity joints, bearings, boots. I can assist in brake issues such as brake pull, loss of brake pressure, and feeling of the brake pedal, how to bleed brakes, and how ABS works as well as the master cylinder. I feel I could be a bigger help to other Mopar owners who would much rather not feel ripped off by a mis-diagnostic.
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