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 Drain plug 39 29
  • 3.0L Engine
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Oil filter Oil filter 20 15
  • 3.0L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 28 21
  • 3.0L Engine
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Differential Drain plug 23 17
  • A558 Manual Transmission
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Differential Drain plug 23 17
  • A598 Manual Transmission
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Wheels Wheel mounting lug nut 110 81 Minimum torque
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Wheels Wheel mounting lug nut 135 100 Maximum torque
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  • 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

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Drain plug 39 29
  • 3.0L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan bolts 12 9
  • 3.0L Engine
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Oil filter Oil filter 20 15
  • 3.0L Engine
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Oil filter Oil filter to Engine block adapter bolts 55 41
  • 3.0L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump attaching bolts 15 11
  • 3.0L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump pickup tube bolt 28 21
  • 3.0L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump relief valve cap 49 36
  • 3.0L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump cover fastener 9 7
  • 3.0L Engine
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Piston rods Connecting rod cap bolts 27 20
  • 3.0L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 108 80
  • 3.0L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head cover bolt 10 7
  • 3.0L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 28 21
  • 3.0L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 13 10
  • 3.0L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake (cross) manifold bolts 20 15
  • 3.0L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake air plenum bolts 15 11
  • 3.0L Engine
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Engine mounts Front engine mount bolts 54 40 Bolts 1 and 5
  • 3.0L Engine
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Engine mounts Front engine mount bolts 108 80 Bolts 2, 3 and 4
  • 3.0L Engine
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Engine mounts Left engine mount to Transmission bolts 55 41
  • 3.0L Engine
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Engine mounts Left engine mount through bolt 75 55
  • 3.0L Engine
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Engine mounts Right engine mount to Rail fasteners 68 50
  • 3.0L Engine
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Engine mounts Right engine mount vertical engine fastener 102 75
  • 3.0L Engine
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Engine mounts Right engine mount horizontal fastener 150 111
  • 3.0L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine mount bracket bolts 41 30
  • 3.0L Engine
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Sensor Crankshaft position sensor retaining bolt 12 9
  • 3.0L Engine
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Sensor Camshaft sensor pick up bolts 27 20
  • 3.0L Engine
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Sensor Coolant sensor 7 5
  • 3.0L Engine
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Sensor MAP sensor 4 3
  • 3.0L Engine
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Battery Ignition coil bracket fasteners 10 7
  • 3.0L Engine
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Camshaft Bearing cap bolts 10 7 Step 1
  • 3.0L Engine
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Camshaft Bearing cap bolts 20 15 Step 2
  • 3.0L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft sprocket bolt 95 70
  • 3.0L Engine
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Crankshaft Crankshaft main bearing cap bolts 80 59
  • 3.0L Engine
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Crankshaft Crankshaft vibration damper bolt 135 100
  • 3.0L Engine
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Crankshaft Seal assembly to Cylinder block bolts 12 9
  • 3.0L Engine
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Common rail Fuel rail bolts 13 10
  • 3.0L Engine
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Water pump Water pump mounting bolts 27 20
  • 3.0L Engine
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Water pump Water pump inlet tube bolts 11 8
  • 3.0L Engine
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Radiator Thermostat housing bolts 12 9
  • 3.0L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt covers bolts 14 10
  • 3.0L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain case cover 27 20 Bolt M8x1.25
  • 3.0L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt tensioner bolt 28 21
  • 3.0L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt tensioner pulley assembly bolt 41 30
  • 3.0L Engine
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Fuel system Fuel supply and vacuum crossover tube hold down bolt 10 7
  • 3.0L Engine
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Fuel system Fuel tube holddown bolts 22 16
  • 3.0L Engine
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drivetrain torque settings

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

steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Power steering Power steering pump mounting bolts 54 40
  • 3.0L Engine
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Power steering Power steering fluid pressure line to Pump fitting tube nut 31 23
  • 3.0L 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 nuts 22 16
  • 3.0L Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold heat shield fasteners 15 11
  • 3.0L Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold crossover bolts 69 51
  • 3.0L Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe to Exhaust manifold bolts 28 21
  • 3.0L Engine
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EGR EGR valve to Intake manifold mounting bolts 22 16
  • 3.0L 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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