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How do you remove dash from Dakota truck?

How do you remove dash from Dakota truck?

Removing the Dakota’s dash can be a bit tricky, but it’s still a doable DIY project. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait two minutes to deplete the power to the air bags. Apply the parking brake. Move the gear shift lever (if the truck has an automatic) to clear space for removing the instrument panel.

Do you need to adjust the suspension on a Dodge Dakota?

Adjusting the bar is a very precise task, as the Dakota’s suspension needs to be level on both sides and set to a specific ride height. It is likely, however, that you’ll need to adjust the bar if for any reason you removed and then replaced/reinstalled it. This adjustment procedure can vary depending on the exact year of the truck.

How do you replace a lower ball joint on a Dodge Dakota?

Remove the wheel. Raise the floor jack underneath the outer end of the lower control arm until it supports the control arm by lifting it off its rebound bumper. Remove the brake caliper and its mounting bracket by removing their mounting bolts with a wrench (don’t hang the caliper by its hose), then slip the brake disc off its studs.

How do you adjust the torsion bar on a Dodge Dakota?

Loosen or tighten the torsion bar adjustment bolt on the swivel using a wrench or ratchet and socket. Roll the truck back and forth, gripping it by the front end, to stabilize the suspension once again. Measure the truck’s ride height from the frame to the ground, placing your measuring tool at equidistant spots at each side of the truck.

What do you need to know about Dodge Dakota lowering kits?

Some Dodge Dakota lowering kits can consist of new coil springs, while others might use control arms or other components such as shackles. Other Dodge Dakota lowering kits might use a combination of components depending on the desired stance, and may or may not include shorter Dodge Dakota shocks depending on the kit.

Why is my Dakota forumz rear differential not working?

Also, everyone who has the LSD rear should take the differential cover off and look for parts, mainly the clips from the limited slip unit. They are known to fall off and grind up in the gears causing the rear to fail. Some units fail as early as 50K miles.

Remove the wheel. Raise the floor jack underneath the outer end of the lower control arm until it supports the control arm by lifting it off its rebound bumper. Remove the brake caliper and its mounting bracket by removing their mounting bolts with a wrench (don’t hang the caliper by its hose), then slip the brake disc off its studs.

What is the repair manual for a Dodge Dakota?

Complete list of Dodge Dakota auto service repair manuals: DODGE SPRINTER / MERCEDES BENZ TRANSPORTER / FREIGHTLINER SPRINTER MODEL YEAR 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 SERVICE REPAIR WORKSHOP MANUAL (PDF) 1995 DODGE DAKOTA SERVICE REPAIR MANUAL DOWNLOAD!!!

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