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2008 Dodge Dakota CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Dodge REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Manual -> Master Cylinder -> Pressure
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Dakota SLT 3.7 V6 GAS
Manual
- Remove reservoir filler caps and fill reservoir with proper brake fluid.
- If calipers or wheel cylinders were overhauled, open all caliper and wheel cylinder bleed screws.
- Close each bleed screw as fluid starts to drip from them.
- Fill master cylinder reservoir once more before proceeding.
- Attach one end of bleed hose to bleed screw and insert opposite end in glass container partially filled with brake fluid, Fig. . Ensure bleed hose is immersed in fluid.
- Open up bleeder, then have an assistant press down brake pedal.
- Once brake pedal is down, close bleeder. Repeat bleeding unt...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES
DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Dakota TRX 4.7 V8 GAS
The following procedure is described for a propeller shaft equipped with only a cardan joint in the tube yoke. If the propeller shaft is equipped with a companion yoke, simply repeat the following steps to remove the cardan joint from the companion yoke after removing the cardan joint from the tube yoke. Individual components of cardan universal joints are not serviceable. If worn or leaking, they must be replaced as an assembly.
Disassemble
- Remove propeller shaft.
- Using a soft drift, tap outside of bearing cap assembly to loosen snap ring.
- Remove snap rings from both si...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES
Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Low Pressure -> Poor Connections -> System Fault -> TPMS Check
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Dakota TRX4 4.7 V8 FLEX
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector) and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification
Refer to Fig. for diagnostic trouble code identification.
Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector), and follow manufacturer's instructions.
TPMS Check
When diagnosing a TPMS problem, first check the TPMS indicator lamp with ignition switch in the On position. From the Off position, turn the ignition key to On and check the TPMS indicator la...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Dakota Laramie 4.7 V8 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- On models equipped with 4WD and a support bracket on transmission, remove support bracket bolts at transmission.
- Pry support bracket slightly to gain access to lower starter mounting bolt.
- On all models, remove starter mounting bolts and nuts.
- Move starter motor towards front of vehicle far enough for nose of starter pinion housing to clear housing. Do not let starter motor hang from wire harness.
- Tilt nose downwards and lower starter motor far ...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES
Chrysler LLC Trucks -> Traction Control System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Dakota Laramie 4.7 V8 FLEX
This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the warni...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Dakota TRX 3.7 V6 GAS
- Drain cooling system into suitable container.
- Remove pushpins and upper condenser radiator seal.
- Remove air filter housing assembly.
- Remove upper radiator hose.
- Disconnect power steering hoses from power steering fluid transmission cooler.
- Remove overflow tube.
- Remove radiator fan shroud from radiator and position over radiator f...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Dakota TRX4 3.7 V6 GAS
Belt tension is not adjustable. Belt adjustment is maintained by automatic (spring load) belt tensioner. Do not let tensioner arm snap back to freearm position, severe damage may occur t...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 2008 Dodge Dakota cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 Steering Column Diagram for 2008 Dodge Dakota TRX4 4.7 V8 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Instrument Panel Diagram for 2008 Dodge Dakota TRX4 4.7 V8 FLEXComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2008 Dodge Dakota cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 2008 Dodge Dakota Laramie 4.7 V8 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 2008 Dodge Dakota Laramie 4.7 V8 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 2008 Dodge Dakota cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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Document: Flash: Transmission Remains In Limp In Mode After An Engine Start With No DTC Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Dakota ST 3.7 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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Document: Hard To Fill Or Fuel Nozzle Shuts Off Repeatedly Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Dakota ST 3.7 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2008 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2008 Dodge Dakota cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2008 Dodge Dakota cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2008 Dodge Dakota cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2008 Dodge Dakota cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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