Dodge Dakota 2 (1997-2004) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Dodge Dakota 2 in both Nm and ft/lbs. The first table contains the most-used torque settings. The tables after it contain all torque spec values I could find.

Most-used torque specs for Dodge Dakota 2

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Spark plugs Spark plugs 27 20
  • 4.7L Engine
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Axle shaft Front axle nut 235 173
  • 4x4
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Wheels Wheel lug nut 115 85 Minimum torque
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Wheels Wheel lug nut 157 116 Maximum torque
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  • Production years: 1997 - 2004
  • Generation: 2
  • Type of van: pickup
  • Model variant: Base

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil pan bolts 15 11
  • 4.7L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 28 21 Bolts M8
  • 4.7L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 81 60 Bolts M11
  • 4.7L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 27 20
  • 4.7L Engine
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Piston rods Connecting rod cap bolts 27 20
  • 4.7L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold retaining bolts 12 9
  • 4.7L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine mount bracket to Block bolts 61 45
  • 4.7L Engine
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Engine mounts Side engine mount bracket nuts 95 70
  • 4.7L Engine
  • 4x2
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Engine mounts Side engine mount bracket nuts 102 75
  • 4.7L Engine
  • 4x4
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Engine mounts Side engine mount through bolts nuts 68 50
  • 4.7L Engine
  • 4x2
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Engine mounts Engine mount bracket locknuts 41 30
  • 4.7L Engine
  • 4x2
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Alternator Generator bolts 22 16 Bolts M8, Minimum torque
  • 4.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator bolts 34 25 Bolts M8, Maximum torque
  • 4.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator bolts 40 30 Bolts M10, Minimum torque
  • 4.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator bolts 68 50 Bolts M10, Maximum torque
  • 4.7L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft sprocket bolt 122 90 Non-oiled bolt
  • 4.7L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing cap retaining bolts 11 8
  • 4.7L Engine
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Water pump Water pump bolts 54 40
  • 4.7L Engine
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Belt tensioner Automatic belt tensioner pulley bolt 61 45
  • 4.7L Engine
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Belt tensioner Automatic belt tensioner to Block bolts 41 30
  • 4.7L Engine
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Belt tensioner Idler pulley assembly retaining bolts 55 41
  • 4.7L Engine
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Transmission mount Transmission to Engine mounting bolts 41 30
  • 4.7L Engine
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Power steering pump Power steering pump mounting bolts 28 21
  • 4.7L Engine
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exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold bolts 25 18
  • 4.7L Engine
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brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

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