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 specs for Dodge Caravan 3

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
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
Engine block Transmission to Cylinder block bolt 95 70
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Engine mounts Front motor mount bolt 54 40
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Engine mounts Left motor mount bolts 54 40
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Radiator Cooler hose to Radiator conn. 12 9
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Radiator Cooler line conn. 28 21
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Valve cover Valve body assembly to Case bolts 12 9
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Valve cover Valve body screw 5 4
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Differential bearing retainer to Case bolt 28 21
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Differential Differential cover to Case bolt 19 14
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Differential Ring gear screw 95 70
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flex plate to Crankshaft bolts 95 70
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flex plate to Torque converter bolts 68 50
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Fluid filter screw 5 4
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Oil pan to Transmission case screw 19 14
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Rear cover to Case screw 19 14
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Throttle cable to Transmission case bolt 12 9
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Throttle lever to Transmission shaft bolts 12 9
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Lower bell housing cover screw 41 30
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Bell housing cover bolts 12 9
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Extension housing to Case bolt 28 21
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Transfer Transfer shaft nut 271 200
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Transfer Transfer gear strap bolts 23 17
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Transfer Sprag retainer to Transfer case bolt 28 21
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Transfer Manual cable to Transmission case bolt 28 21
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Transfer Manual control lever screw 12 9
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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Drive/Axle shaft Output shaft nut 271 200
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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steering torque settings

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

exhaust torque settings

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

brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Parking brake Park/Neutral switch 34 25
  • 31TH Automatic Transmission
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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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