Dodge Caravan 3 (1996-2000) Torque Spec Settings

Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Dodge Caravan 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 Caravan 3

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 54 40
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Oil filter Oil filter 10 7
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Water pump Water pump pulley bolts 28 21
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Differential Drain plug 23 17
  • A558 Manual Transmission
 unverified source
Differential Drain plug 23 17
  • A598 Manual Transmission
 unverified source
Wheels Wheel mounting lug nut 110 81 Minimum torque
unverified source
Wheels Wheel mounting lug nut 135 100 Maximum torque
unverified source

Are these torque settings right for you?

  • Production years: 1996 - 2000
  • Generation: 3
  • Model variant: Base
  • Also known as: Dodge Grand Caravan (LWB Model) Dodge Caravan (SWB Model) 3-Star Grand Caravan SXZ6510

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

Save to email ✉️
Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 54 40
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Oil pan Oil pan mounting bolts 12 9
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Oil filter Oil filter 10 7
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Oil filter Oil filter adaptor fastener 49 36
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Oil filter Oil filter base fastener 49 36
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Oil feeder Main bearing oil delivery union bolts 54 40
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Oil feeder Oil feed line to Rocker arms bolts 13 10
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Oil feeder Oil feed line to Block bolts 13 10
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Oil pump Oil pump mounting bolts 28 21
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Oil pump Oil pickup tube bolts 11 8
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Vacuum pump Vacuum pump mounting bolts 11 8
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Vacuum pump Oil feed line to Vacuum pump bolts 17 13
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Piston rods Connecting rod bolts 30 22
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 34 25 Step 1
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 68 50 Step 2
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 68 50 Step 3
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Glow plugs Glow plugs 23 17
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Intake manifold Intake manifold mounting nuts 30 22
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Engine mounts Front engine mount support bracket engine bolts 68 50
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Engine mounts Rear engine mount support bracket to Engine bracket 101 74
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Engine mounts Front engine mount support bracket transmission bolts 101 74
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Engine mounts Rear engine mount support bracket transmission bolts 101 74
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Engine mounts Front engine mount support cushion crossmember bolts 54 40
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Engine mounts Front engine mount support cushion thru bolt 65 48
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Engine mounts Rear engine mount support cushion thru bolt 68 50
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Engine mounts Left engine mount transmission mounting bolts 54 40
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Engine mounts Left engine mount support cushion thru bolt 71 52
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Engine mounts Right engine mount to Frame rail bolts 68 50
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Engine mounts Right engine mount bolt - vertical 101 74
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Engine mounts Right engine mount bolt - horizontal 145 107
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Engine mounts Right engine mount bracket bolts 40 30
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Engine mounts Engine adaptor plate bolts 47 35
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Sensor Vehicle speed sensor mounting bolt 3 2
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Sensor Engine speed sensor bolts 19 14
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Sensor Engine coolant temperature sensor 18 13
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Sensor Throttle position sensor mounting bolts 7 5
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Alternator Generator mounting bracket bolt 47 35
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Camshaft Camshaft thrust plate retaining bolts 24 18
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Crankshaft Crankshaft bearing carrier bolts 44 32
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Crankshaft Crankshaft damper pulley nut 441 325
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Water pump Water pump mounting bolts 23 17
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Water pump Water pump housing nuts 10 7
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Water pump Water pump pulley bolts 28 21
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Water pump Coolant bottle bolts 11 8
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Water pump Water manifold bolts 11 8
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Radiator Thermostat cover bolts 11 8
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Belt tensioner/Timing chains Front timing gear cover bolts 11 8
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Belt tensioner/Timing chains Idler pulleys bolts 47 35 Left handed threads
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Belt tensioner/Timing chains Idler pulley pump support bracket nuts 26 19
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
PCM Powertrain Control Module mounting bolts 1 1
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Rocker arm Rocker arm mounting nuts 29 21
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Rocker arm Rocker arm cover bolts 15 11
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Fuel system Fuel filter nuts 28 21
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Fuel system Fuel line clamp bracket bolts 24 18
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Fuel system Fuel injection pump drive gear 88 65
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Fuel system Fuel injection pump mounting nuts 30 22
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Fuel system Fuel injector 70 52
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Fuel system Fuel injector line to Injector 30 22
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Fuel system Fuel injector line to Injector pump 30 22
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Fuel system Fuel tank nuts 11 8
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Fuel system Fuel hose/tube clamps for rubber hose 2 1
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source

drivetrain torque settings

Save to email ✉️
Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Clutch pressure plate Clutch pressure plate bolts 27 20
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel bolts 95 70
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Transmission mount/case Upper trans. cover 12 9
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Transmission mount/case Lower trans. cover 12 9
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source

steering torque settings

Save to email ✉️
Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Power steering Power steering pump bracket bolts 47 35
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Power steering Power steering pulley nut 170 125
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Power steering Power steering pressure hose fastener 28 21
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source

exhaust torque settings

Save to email ✉️
Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold mounting nuts 30 22
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold outlet to Turbo nuts 32 24
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Exhaust manifold Exhaust elbow to Turbo bolts 30 22
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe to Turbocharger bolts 28 21
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Turbo Turbocharger mounting nuts 32 24
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Turbo Turbocharger oil drain bolts 11 8
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Turbo Turbocharger oil delivery bolt 28 21
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Turbo Turbocharger oil supply line 25 18
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Turbo Turbocharger oil return line 11 8
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
EGR EGR valve to Intake manifold tube 26 19
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
EGR EGR valve mounting bolts 23 17
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
EGR EGR tube mounting bolts 23 17
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source

brakes torque settings

Save to email ✉️
Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Brake pedal Accelerator pedal bracket mounting nuts 5 4
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
 unverified source

suspension torque settings

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

general torque settings

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

Did you find the answer to your specific question?
👍 2 👎 18

Related Vans: