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Dodge Dakota (1987-1996) Service & Repair Manuals

A repair manual for your Dodge Dakota (1987-1996)? Browse the best workshop manuals for service and repair of your Dodge pick-up or 4x4. Step-by-step instructions for maintenance, troubleshooting, and parts replacement. Ideal guides for DIY mechanics and professionals.

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, this DIY guide 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.
  • 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.

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Product details

Author:Brian Styve, J. H. Haynes
Details:362 pages, 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.71 in (27 x 21 x 1.8 cm), paperback
Illustrations:hundreds of photos and drawings
Language:English (technical dictionaries in 19 languages are available for free download here)
Publisher:Haynes Manuals, Inc. (USA, 1990)
Series:Haynes Auto Repair Manual (30020)
ISBN:9781563922145
Dodge Dakota Pick-ups (1987-1996) | Haynes Auto Repair Manual (30020) | Haynes (USA)

Dodge Dakota Pick-ups (1987-1996)

Language: English

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, 11 x 8.5 x 1.54 in (28 x 21.5 x 3.9 cm), paperback
Illustrations:extensively illustrated
Language:English
Publisher:Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022)
ISBN:9781791412517
1987 Dodge Dakota Truck 2WD 4WD - Service Manual | Detroit Iron

1987 Dodge Dakota Truck 2WD 4WD - Service Manual

Language: English

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, 11 x 8.5 x 1.65 in (28 x 21.5 x 4.2 cm), paperback
Illustrations:extensively illustrated
Language:English
Publisher:Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022)
ISBN:9781791412548
1988 Dodge Dakota Truck 2WD 4WD - Service Manual | Detroit Iron

1988 Dodge Dakota Truck 2WD 4WD - Service Manual

Language: English

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, 11 x 8.5 x 1.65 in (28 x 21.5 x 4.2 cm), paperback
Illustrations:extensively illustrated
Language:English
Publisher:Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022)
ISBN:9781791412562
1989 Dodge Dakota Rear-Wheel Drive Truck - Service Manual | Detroit Iron

1989 Dodge Dakota Rear-Wheel Drive Truck - Service Manual

Language: English

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, 11 x 8.5 x 1.89 in (28 x 21.5 x 4.8 cm), paperback
Illustrations:extensively illustrated
Language:English
Publisher:Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022)
ISBN:9781791413378
1990 Dodge Dakota Truck - Service Manual | Detroit Iron

1990 Dodge Dakota Truck - Service Manual

Language: English

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, 11 x 8.5 x 1.97 in (28 x 21.5 x 5 cm), paperback
Illustrations:extensively illustrated
Language:English
Publisher:Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022)
ISBN:9781791413408
1991 Dodge Dakota Rear-Wheel Drive Truck - Service Manual | Detroit Iron

1991 Dodge Dakota Rear-Wheel Drive Truck - Service Manual

Language: English

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, 11 x 8.5 x 2.13 in (28 x 21.5 x 5.4 cm), paperback
Illustrations:extensively illustrated
Language:English
Publisher:Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022)
ISBN:9781791413439
1992 Dodge Dakota Rear-Wheel Drive Truck - Service Manual | Detroit Iron

1992 Dodge Dakota Rear-Wheel Drive Truck - Service Manual

Language: English

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, 11 x 8.5 x 2.2 in (28 x 21.5 x 5.6 cm), paperback
Illustrations:extensively illustrated
Language:English
Publisher:Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022)
ISBN:9781791413453
1993 Dodge Dakota Rear-Wheel Drive Truck - Service Manual | Detroit Iron

1993 Dodge Dakota Rear-Wheel Drive Truck - Service Manual

Language: English

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, 11 x 8.5 x 2.4 in (28 x 21.5 x 6.1 cm), paperback
Illustrations:extensively illustrated
Language:English
Publisher:Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022)
ISBN:9781791413477
1994 Dodge Dakota Service Manual | Detroit Iron

1994 Dodge Dakota Service Manual

Language: English

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, 11 x 8.5 x 2.72 in (28 x 21.5 x 6.9 cm), paperback
Illustrations:extensively illustrated
Language:English
Publisher:Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2022)
ISBN:9781791413507
1995 Dodge Dakota Service Manual | Detroit Iron

1995 Dodge Dakota Service Manual

Language: English

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, 11 x 8.5 x 2.87 in (28 x 21.5 x 7.3 cm), paperback
Illustrations:extensively illustrated
Language:English
Publisher:Detroit Iron Publishing (USA, 2023)
ISBN:9781791413521
1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD 4WD Truck - Service Manual | Detroit Iron

1996 Dodge Dakota 2WD 4WD Truck - Service Manual

Language: English

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