Dodge Dakota 3 (2005-2011) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Dodge Dakota 3 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 settings for Dodge Dakota 3

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 34 25
  • 3.7L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 34 25
  • 4.7L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 27 20
  • 3.7L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 27 20
  • 4.7L Engine
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 50 37
  • Getrag 238 Manual Transmission
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Wheels Wheel lug nut 183 135
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  • Production years: 2005 - 2011
  • Generation: 3
  • Type of van: pickup
  • Model variant: Base
  • Also known as: Ram Dakota

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 drain plug 34 25
  • 3.7L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 34 25
  • 4.7L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan bolts 15 11
  • 3.7L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan bolts 15 11
  • 4.7L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 27 20 Step 1, Bolts 1 to 8
  • 3.7L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 14 10 Step 2, Bolts 9 to 12
  • 3.7L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 26 19 Step 3, Bolts 9 to 12
  • 3.7L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 20 15 Step 1, Bolts 1 to 10
  • 4.7L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 47 35 Step 2, Bolts 1 to 10
  • 4.7L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 25 18 Step 2, Bolts 11 to 14
  • 4.7L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 30 22 Step 3, Bolts 11 to 14
  • 4.7L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 27 20
  • 3.7L 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
  • 3.7L 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
  • 3.7L 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
  • 3.7L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine mount bracket to Block bolts 61 45
  • 4.7L Engine
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Engine mounts Rear mount to Transmission bolts 46 34
  • 3.7L Engine
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Engine mounts Rear mount to Transmission bolts 46 34
  • 4.7L Engine
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Knock sensor Knock sensor 20 15
  • 3.7L Engine
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Knock sensor Knock sensor 20 15
  • 4.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator mounting bolts 28 21 M8 bolts
  • 3.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator mounting bolts 28 21 M8 bolts
  • 4.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator mounting bolts 54 40 M10 bolts
  • 3.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator mounting bolts 54 40 M10 bolts
  • 4.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator mounting bracket bolts 54 40 Bolts 1 and 2
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Alternator Generator mounting bracket bolts 40 30 Bolt 3
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Alternator Generator vertical mounting bolt 55 41
  • 3.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator vertical mounting bolt 55 41
  • 4.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator horizontal mounting bolt 55 41 Long bolt
  • 3.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator horizontal mounting bolt 55 41 Long bolt
  • 4.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator horizontal mounting bolt 74 55 Short bolt
  • 3.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator horizontal mounting bolt 74 55 Short bolt
  • 4.7L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft sprocket bolt 122 90 Non-oiled bolt
  • 3.7L 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 bolts 11 8
  • 3.7L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing cap bolts 11 8
  • 4.7L Engine
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Water pump Water pump bolts 58 43
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Belt tensioner Automatic belt tensioner to Block bolts 41 30
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Belt tensioner Automatic belt tensioner pulley bolt 61 45
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Belt tensioner Idler pulley bolt 54 40
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Front differential cover bolts 23 17
  • C205F Axle
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Differential Rear differential cover bolts 41 30
  • 8.25 Axle
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Differential Rear differential cover bolts 41 30
  • 9.25 Axle
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Differential Front differential bearing cap bolts 61 45
  • C205F Axle
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Differential Rear differential bearing cap bolts 135 100
  • 8.25 Axle
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Differential Rear differential bearing cap bolts 136 100
  • 9.25 Axle
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Differential Front differential ring gear bolts 108 80
  • C205F Axle
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Differential Rear differential ring gear bolts 102 75
  • 8.25 Axle
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Differential Rear differential ring gear bolts 157 116
  • 9.25 Axle
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Wheel hub assembly Front hub/bearing bolts 163 120
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Clutch pressure plate Clutch cover bolts 23 17 5/16 inch bolts
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Clutch pressure plate Clutch cover bolts 41 30 3/8 inch bolts
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 50 37
  • Getrag 238 Manual Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Oil pan to Case bolt 20 15
  • 42RLE Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Oil pan bolt 12 9
  • 545RFE Automatic Transmission
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Transmission adapter Support bracket to Transmission bolts 54 40
  • Getrag 238 Manual Transmission
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Transmission adapter Adapter/Extension housing bolt 54 40
  • 42RLE Automatic Transmission
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Transmission adapter Extension housing bolt 54 40
  • 545RFE Automatic Transmission
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Tie rod end Outer tie rod end nut 75 55
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Tie rod end Tie rod end jam nut 75 55
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Steering rack Rack and pinion steering gear to Frame bolts 258 190
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Steering column Steering column mounting nuts 28 21
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Steering shaft Rack and pinion steering gear intermediate shaft bolt 38 28
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Steering wheel Steering wheel bolt 61 45
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Power steering pump Power steering pump mounting bolts 28 21
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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
  • 3.7L Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold bolts 25 18
  • 4.7L Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust clamp nuts 61 45
  • 3.7L Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust clamp nuts 61 45
  • 4.7L Engine
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brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Brake caliper Front caliper mounting pins 35 26
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Brake caliper Front caliper slide pin bolts 32 24
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Brake caliper Front caliper adapter mounting bolts 176 130
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suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Wheels Wheel lug nut 183 135
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber upper nut 102 75
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber lower bolt 81 60
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock absorber upper bolt 102 75
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock absorber lower nut 102 75
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Stabilizer bar Front stabilizer bar frame bolt 61 45
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Stabilizer bar Rear stabilizer bar retainer bolts 54 40
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer link upper nut 37 27
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer link lower nut 169 125
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Rear stabilizer link to Frame 102 75
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Control arm Front upper suspension arm frame nuts 102 75
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Control arm Front lower suspension arm frame nuts 244 180
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Ball joint Front upper suspension arm ball joint nut 75 55
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Ball joint Front lower suspension arm ball joint nut 75 55
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general torque settings

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

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