Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) A few questions

[cD'amato]

Hi guys I have a few questions...



1) Do I have to have the bands in my automatic transmission on my 99 adjusted every time I change the filter/fluid?



2) I want to change my front and rear differential fluid. What kind of sealant should I use to put the rear end cover back on?



3) Why are the brakes on this truck so pitiful?



4) I am also going to change the transfer case fluid while Im at it. Should I just buy all MOPAR fluids or any brand will do?



5) I absolutely refuse to pay the dealer to change the fuel filter anymore! How hard is it to do this myself and what is involved?



Sorry to bombard you with so many questions at once, but I have to get this stuff done and I hate going to the dealer for anything. Thanks in advance!

 

[jwilliams3]

Answers:



2. Use Orange Permatex RTV or anyother high temp equivalent, or you can find a shop that sells Dana gaskets, you can use those also or in a combination, but either will work individually.



3. 2001 and above have disc brakes which stop alot quicker/nicer.

4. Transfer case fluid, any good brand will do.





5. Changing the fuel filter is simple, open drain valve, drain fuel, close valve, remove the top nut on the housing, hold onto the bottom of housing while doing this (so it doesnt fall and break),

when nut is removed fuel filter housing can be removed, remove housing next remove old filter, clean inside of filter housing, install new filter and gaskets (these come with gaskets, but dont throw them away, some new filter kits do not provide gaskets), refill fuel filter housing with some clean fuel, reattach filter housing and nut, torque nut to 10-15ft lbs, begin cranking over engine, but only do this enough to run the lift pump, once you think the filter housing is full, turn over truck until it starts, but do not crank over too much (you could burn up the starter or run the fuel pump dry)



--Justin

 

[curatchko]

As a recent EX GM Suburban 2500 owner, 1999 also, the Dodge has WAAAAAY better brakes. Trust me.