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Dodge Dakota (1987-1996) repair manuals
A repair manual for your Dodge Dakota (1987-1996)? Here are detailed shop manuals for DIY service and repairs on Dodge pick-ups or 4x4s.
They offer clear instructions for maintenance, troubleshooting, and parts replacement.
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Dodge Dakota Pick-ups (1987-1996) | Haynes Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the Dodge Dakota Pick-ups, 4x2 and 4x4.
Gasoline engines: 4 cylinders - 2.5 litre, V6 and V8.
Model years: 1987-1996.
This Haynes manual for the Dodge Dakota describes service and repair of the gasoline engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals, and crankshaft).
It also includes procedures for the cooling, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust plus the starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, gearbox (removal and installation), driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering box, body, interior, and electrical system.
- Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
- Covers both U.S. and Canadian models.
- Based on a complete vehicle strip-down and rebuild.
- Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
- Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.
Product details
| Author: | Brian Styve, J. H. Haynes |
| Details: | 362 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.8 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.71 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Manuals, Inc. (USA, 1990) |
| Series: | Haynes Auto Repair Manual (30020) |
| ISBN: | 9781563922145 |
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1987 Dodge Dakota Truck 2WD 4WD - Service Manual
Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1987 Dodge Dakota pick-ups, 4x2 and 4x4.
Covers the complete vehicle:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, alternator, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, instrument panel, windshield wipers, electric windows)
- body (welded components, bumpers, hood, fenders, doors, tailgate, fixed windows, window mechanisms, seats, instrument panel, interior trim, interior lamps).
- Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
- High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
- This is the same technical manual as was used in the Dodge dealer's workshop at the time. Chrysler reference: 81-370-7010.
Product details
| Author: | Chrysler Motors |
| Details: | 810 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 3.9 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 1.54 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | profusely illustrated |
| Publisher: | Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022) |
| ISBN: | 9781791412517 |
1988 Dodge Dakota Truck 2WD 4WD - Service Manual
Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1988 Dodge Dakota pick-ups, 4x2 and 4x4.
Covers the complete vehicle:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, alternator, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, instrument panel, windshield wipers, electric windows)
- body (welded components, bumpers, hood, fenders, doors, tailgate, fixed windows, window mechanisms, seats, instrument panel, interior trim, interior lamps).
- Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
- High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
- This is the same technical manual as was used in the Dodge dealer's workshop at the time. Chrysler reference: 81-370-8010.
Product details
| Author: | Chrysler Motors |
| Details: | 864 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 4.2 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 1.65 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | profusely illustrated |
| Publisher: | Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022) |
| ISBN: | 9781791412548 |
1989 Dodge Dakota Rear-Wheel Drive Truck - Service Manual
Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1989 Dodge Dakota 4x2 pick-ups.
Covers the complete vehicle:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, alternator, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, instrument panel, windshield wipers, electric windows)
- body (welded components, bumpers, hood, fenders, doors, tailgate, fixed windows, window mechanisms, seats, instrument panel, interior trim, interior lamps).
- Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
- High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
- This is the same technical manual as was used in the Dodge dealer's workshop at the time. Chrysler reference: 81-370-9010.
Product details
| Author: | Chrysler Motors |
| Details: | 864 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 4.2 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 1.65 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | profusely illustrated |
| Publisher: | Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022) |
| ISBN: | 9781791412562 |
1989 Dodge Dakota Rear-Wheel Drive Truck - Service Manual
Language: English
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1990 Dodge Dakota Truck - Service Manual
Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1990 Dodge Dakota 4x2 pick-ups.
Covers the complete vehicle:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, alternator, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, instrument panel, windshield wipers, electric windows)
- body (welded components, bumpers, hood, fenders, doors, tailgate, fixed windows, window mechanisms, seats, instrument panel, interior trim, interior lamps).
- Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
- High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
- This is the same technical manual as was used in the Dodge dealer's workshop at the time. Chrysler reference: 81-370-0110.
Product details
| Author: | Chrysler Motors |
| Details: | 992 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 4.8 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 1.89 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | profusely illustrated |
| Publisher: | Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022) |
| ISBN: | 9781791413378 |
1991 Dodge Dakota Rear-Wheel Drive Truck - Service Manual
Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1991 Dodge Dakota 4x2 pick-ups.
Covers the complete vehicle:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, alternator, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, instrument panel, windshield wipers, electric windows)
- body (welded components, bumpers, hood, fenders, doors, tailgate, fixed windows, window mechanisms, seats, instrument panel, interior trim, interior lamps).
- Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
- High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
- This is the same technical manual as was used in the Dodge dealer's workshop at the time. Chrysler reference: 81-370-1110.
Product details
| Author: | Chrysler Motors |
| Details: | 1032 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 5 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 1.97 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | profusely illustrated |
| Publisher: | Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022) |
| ISBN: | 9781791413408 |
1991 Dodge Dakota Rear-Wheel Drive Truck - Service Manual
Language: English
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1992 Dodge Dakota Rear-Wheel Drive Truck - Service Manual
Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1992 Dodge Dakota 4x2 pick-ups.
Covers the complete vehicle:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, alternator, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, instrument panel, windshield wipers, electric windows)
- body (welded components, bumpers, hood, fenders, doors, tailgate, fixed windows, window mechanisms, seats, instrument panel, interior trim, interior lamps).
- Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
- High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
- This is the same technical manual as was used in the Dodge dealer's workshop at the time. Chrysler reference: 81-370-2110.
Product details
| Author: | Chrysler Motors |
| Details: | 1122 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 5.4 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 2.13 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | profusely illustrated |
| Publisher: | Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022) |
| ISBN: | 9781791413439 |
1992 Dodge Dakota Rear-Wheel Drive Truck - Service Manual
Language: English
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1993 Dodge Dakota Rear-Wheel Drive Truck - Service Manual
Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1993 Dodge Dakota 4x2 pick-ups.
Covers the complete vehicle:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, alternator, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, instrument panel, windshield wipers, electric windows)
- body (welded components, bumpers, hood, fenders, doors, tailgate, fixed windows, window mechanisms, seats, instrument panel, interior trim, interior lamps).
- Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
- High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
- This is the same technical manual as was used in the Dodge dealer's workshop at the time. Chrysler reference: 81-370-3110.
Product details
| Author: | Chrysler Motors |
| Details: | 1158 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 5.6 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 2.2 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | profusely illustrated |
| Publisher: | Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022) |
| ISBN: | 9781791413453 |
1993 Dodge Dakota Rear-Wheel Drive Truck - Service Manual
Language: English
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1994 Dodge Dakota Service Manual
Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1994 Dodge Dakota pick-ups.
Covers the complete vehicle:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, alternator, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, instrument panel, windshield wipers, electric windows)
- body (welded components, bumpers, hood, fenders, doors, tailgate, fixed windows, window mechanisms, seats, instrument panel, interior trim, interior lamps).
- Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
- High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
- This is the same technical manual as was used in the Dodge dealer's workshop at the time. Chrysler reference: 81-370-4110.
Product details
| Author: | Chrysler Motors |
| Details: | 1270 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 6.1 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 2.4 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | profusely illustrated |
| Publisher: | Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022) |
| ISBN: | 9781791413477 |
1995 Dodge Dakota Service Manual
Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1995 Dodge Dakota pick-ups.
Covers the complete vehicle:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, alternator, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, instrument panel, windshield wipers, electric windows)
- body (welded components, bumpers, hood, fenders, doors, tailgate, fixed windows, window mechanisms, seats, instrument panel, interior trim, interior lamps).
- Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
- High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
- This is the same technical manual as was used in the Dodge dealer's workshop at the time. Chrysler reference: 81-370-5110.
Product details
| Author: | Chrysler Motors |
| Details: | 1436 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 6.9 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 2.72 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | profusely illustrated |
| Publisher: | Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022) |
| ISBN: | 9781791413507 |
1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD 4WD Truck - Service Manual
Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the 1996 Dodge Dakota pick-ups, 4x2 and 4x4.
Covers the complete vehicle:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, alternator, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, instrument panel, windshield wipers, electric windows)
- body (welded components, bumpers, hood, fenders, doors, tailgate, fixed windows, window mechanisms, seats, instrument panel, interior trim, interior lamps).
- Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
- High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
- This is the same technical manual as was used in the Dodge dealer's workshop at the time. Chrysler reference: 81-370-6110.
Product details
| Author: | Chrysler Motors |
| Details: | 1508 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 7.3 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 2.87 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | profusely illustrated |
| Publisher: | Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2023) |
| ISBN: | 9781791413521 |
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