🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Dodge Model: Dakota Year: 2000-2001 Codes Chassis Code: AN 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Compact/Mid-size Pickup Truck Target Audience: DIY mechanics, independent repair shops, fleet maintenance Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Ford Ranger, Chevrolet S-10, Toyota Tacoma, Nissan Frontier Key Features Manual Advantage: Provides factory-level diagnostic and repair information, crucial for accurate and efficient servicing. Information Source: Based on official Dodge service documentation, offering the same depth as used by dealership technicians. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Models Covered: All Dodge Dakota models, all trims Regions Covered: North America (USA, Canada, Mexico) Page Count Estimated Page Count: Comprehensive, likely 1500+ pages (typical for factory service manuals of this era) Manual Type Type: Factory Service Manual / Workshop Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF (Digital) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Mechanical: Engine assembly, disassembly, overhaul, lubrication system, cooling system, fuel system, emission control systems, ignition system. Engine Performance: Engine tuning, diagnostics, performance adjustments. Transmission Manual: Service and repair procedures for manual transmissions (e.g., NV3500). Transmission Automatic: Service and repair procedures for automatic transmissions (e.g., 42RE, 44RE, 45RFE). Drivetrain: Front axle, rear axle, driveshafts, universal joints, differential service. Suspension: Front suspension (independent, SLA), rear suspension (leaf spring solid axle), steering system, wheel alignment specifications. Brakes: Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes (or disc depending on configuration), parking brake, hydraulic system, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) diagnostics and repair. Electrical System: Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting, fuses, relays, wiring diagrams, body control modules, instrument cluster. Body Interior: Interior trim, seats, dashboard, body panels, doors, glass, weatherstripping, body repair procedures. Body Exterior: Exterior panels, bumpers, grille, mirrors, tailgate, body hardware, corrosion protection. HVAC: Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system diagnosis and repair, refrigerant handling. Diagnostics: OBD-II (On-Board Diagnostics II) procedures, trouble codes, scan tool usage, diagnostic flowcharts. Procedures Included Maintenance: Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and changes, belt inspections and replacements, spark plug replacement, battery maintenance. Troubleshooting: Systematic diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon faults, symptom-based troubleshooting guides. Repair: Detailed step-by-step instructions for component removal, installation, and repair for all major vehicle systems. Rebuilding: Complete overhaul procedures for engines and transmissions. Specifications Torque: Detailed torque specifications for all fasteners and critical components. Alignment: Wheel alignment angles and adjustment procedures. Electrical Diagnostics: Troubleshooting using wiring diagrams, connector pinouts, voltage/resistance testing. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive: Covers everything from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including advanced diagnostics and specialized procedures. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Format: PDF Searchability: Searchable text (OCR optimized) Printability: Printable (high-resolution pages) Print Quality Resolution: High-resolution for clear diagrams and text Binding Type Binding: Not Applicable (Digital PDF format) Paper Type Paper Type: Not Applicable (Digital PDF format) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine 1 Variant: 2.5L Magnum (4-cylinder) Engine 1 Displacement: 2492 cc Engine 1 Power: Approx. 120-122 hp @ 5000-5200 rpm Engine 1 Torque: Approx. 145-150 lb-ft @ 3200-3600 rpm Engine 2 Variant: 3.9L Magnum (V6) Engine 2 Displacement: 3906 cc Engine 2 Power: Approx. 175-177 hp @ 4800-5000 rpm Engine 2 Torque: Approx. 230-235 lb-ft @ 3200-3600 rpm Engine 3 Variant: 5.2L Magnum (V8) Engine 3 Displacement: 5210 cc Engine 3 Power: Approx. 220-230 hp @ 4800-5000 rpm Engine 3 Torque: Approx. 295-300 lb-ft @ 3200-3600 rpm Engine 4 Variant: 5.9L Magnum (V8) Engine 4 Displacement: 5899 cc Engine 4 Power: Approx. 245-250 hp @ 4600-4800 rpm Engine 4 Torque: Approx. 335-345 lb-ft @ 3200-3600 rpm Performance Induction Type: Naturally Aspirated Valvetrain: Overhead Valve (OHV), 2 valves per cylinder (V6/V8), SOHC (Single Overhead Camshaft) for 4-cylinder in some markets/applications, but typically OHV for 2.5L Magnum. Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPI) Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline Fuel Octane Rating: 87 Octane (minimum, for 4.7L V8, not present in 2000-2001, this manual covers earlier V8s. For 2.5L, 3.9L, 5.2L, 5.9L, 87 Octane is standard) 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type Standard: Manual transmission (e.g., NV3500 5-speed) was standard on base models and certain engine configurations. Optional Transmission Type Optional: Automatic transmissions (e.g., 42RE 4-speed, 44RE 4-speed, 45RFE 4-speed) were optional and common on higher trims and larger engines. Features Drivetrain Options: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) and Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) configurations available. Transfer Case 4Wd: New Process NP231 (part-time, manual or electric shift) or NP241 (full-time on some higher trims). Fluid Specs Atf Spec 42Re 44Re: ATF+3 or ATF+4 (Chrysler) Atf Spec 45Rfe: ATF+4 (Chrysler) Manual Trans Fluid: API GL-4 SAE 75W-90 (verify specific manual or transmission) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase Std: 111.7 inches Wheelbase Ext: 124.6 inches (Long Bed) Length Std: 191.7 inches Length Ext: 219.6 inches (Long Bed) Width: 71.9 inches Height: 65.0 inches (approximate, varies by configuration) Cargo Bed Length Short: 71.9 inches Bed Length Long: 98.1 inches Weights Curb Weight Min: Approx. 3,700 lbs (for 2.5L 2WD) Curb Weight Max: Approx. 4,500 lbs (for 5.9L 4WD) Towing Capacity:...
Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and changes, belt inspections and replacements, spark plug replacement, battery maintenance.
Troubleshooting:
Systematic diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon faults, symptom-based troubleshooting guides.
Repair:
Detailed step-by-step instructions for component removal, installation, and repair for all major vehicle systems.
Rebuilding:
Complete overhaul procedures for engines and transmissions.
Specifications Torque:
Detailed torque specifications for all fasteners and critical components.
Alignment:
Wheel alignment angles and adjustment procedures.
Electrical Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting using wiring diagrams, connector pinouts, voltage/resistance testing.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive: Covers everything from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including advanced diagnostics and specialized procedures.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Format:
PDF
Searchability:
Searchable text (OCR optimized)
Printability:
Printable (high-resolution pages)
Print Quality
Resolution:
High-resolution for clear diagrams and text
Binding Type
Binding:
Not Applicable (Digital PDF format)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
Not Applicable (Digital PDF format)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine 1 Variant:
2.5L Magnum (4-cylinder)
Engine 1 Displacement:
2492 cc
Engine 1 Power:
Approx. 120-122 hp @ 5000-5200 rpm
Engine 1 Torque:
Approx. 145-150 lb-ft @ 3200-3600 rpm
Engine 2 Variant:
3.9L Magnum (V6)
Engine 2 Displacement:
3906 cc
Engine 2 Power:
Approx. 175-177 hp @ 4800-5000 rpm
Engine 2 Torque:
Approx. 230-235 lb-ft @ 3200-3600 rpm
Engine 3 Variant:
5.2L Magnum (V8)
Engine 3 Displacement:
5210 cc
Engine 3 Power:
Approx. 220-230 hp @ 4800-5000 rpm
Engine 3 Torque:
Approx. 295-300 lb-ft @ 3200-3600 rpm
Engine 4 Variant:
5.9L Magnum (V8)
Engine 4 Displacement:
5899 cc
Engine 4 Power:
Approx. 245-250 hp @ 4600-4800 rpm
Engine 4 Torque:
Approx. 335-345 lb-ft @ 3200-3600 rpm
Performance
Induction Type:
Naturally Aspirated
Valvetrain:
Overhead Valve (OHV), 2 valves per cylinder (V6/V8), SOHC (Single Overhead Camshaft) for 4-cylinder in some markets/applications, but typically OHV for 2.5L Magnum.
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
Fuel Octane Rating:
87 Octane (minimum, for 4.7L V8, not present in 2000-2001, this manual covers earlier V8s. For 2.5L, 3.9L, 5.2L, 5.9L, 87 Octane is standard)
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type Standard:
Manual transmission (e.g., NV3500 5-speed) was standard on base models and certain engine configurations.
Optional
Transmission Type Optional:
Automatic transmissions (e.g., 42RE 4-speed, 44RE 4-speed, 45RFE 4-speed) were optional and common on higher trims and larger engines.
Features
Drivetrain Options:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) and Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) configurations available.
Transfer Case 4Wd:
New Process NP231 (part-time, manual or electric shift) or NP241 (full-time on some higher trims).
Fluid Specs
Atf Spec 42Re 44Re:
ATF+3 or ATF+4 (Chrysler)
Atf Spec 45Rfe:
ATF+4 (Chrysler)
Manual Trans Fluid:
API GL-4 SAE 75W-90 (verify specific manual or transmission)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Wheelbase Std:
111.7 inches
Wheelbase Ext:
124.6 inches (Long Bed)
Length Std:
191.7 inches
Length Ext:
219.6 inches (Long Bed)
Width:
71.9 inches
Height:
65.0 inches (approximate, varies by configuration)
Cargo
Bed Length Short:
71.9 inches
Bed Length Long:
98.1 inches
Weights
Curb Weight Min:
Approx. 3,700 lbs (for 2.5L 2WD)
Curb Weight Max:
Approx. 4,500 lbs (for 5.9L 4WD)
Towing Capacity:
Up to 6,500 lbs (depending on engine, axle ratio, and configuration)
Payload Capacity:
Up to 1,600 lbs (depending on configuration)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Likely 3-star or 4-star (typical for pickups of this era, specific data varies by configuration)
Active Features
ABS:
Standard on most models, optional on base configurations.
Traction Control:
Limited availability, often linked to 4WD systems or specific trim levels.
Passive Features
Airbags:
Driver and passenger front airbags.
Seatbelts:
Three-point seat belts with pretensioners for front occupants.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Factory AM/FM stereo with cassette and CD player options. Upgraded Infinity sound systems available on some trims.
Navigation:
No factory navigation system available for this model year.
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Standard or optional depending on trim level.
Anti Theft:
Factory immobilizer system on some models.
Connectivity
Auxiliary Input:
No factory auxiliary audio input jack. Aftermarket solutions available.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 5,000 - 7,500 miles or 6 months, depending on driving conditions and oil used (refer to manual for exact specification).
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000 - 30,000 miles or as needed based on inspection.
Spark Plug Replacement:
2.5L 4-cyl: ~100,000 miles (Spark Plug Type: Champion Copper Plus or Platinum Plus). V6/V8: ~100,000 miles (Spark Plug Type: Champion Platinum Power or equivalent).
Coolant Flush:
Every 30,000 - 60,000 miles or 3-5 years.
Transmission Fluid Change:
Automatic: Every 60,000 - 100,000 miles. Manual: Inspect periodically, change if fluid is contaminated.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type 4Cyl:
SAE 10W-30 (API Service SG or higher)
Engine Oil Type V6 V8:
SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 (API Service SG or higher, 5W-30 recommended for cold weather)
Mopar Power Steering Fluid or Dexron III/Mercon ATF
Known Issues
Rattling From Exhaust Manifold:
Common on V8 engines, often due to cracked manifold or heat shield.
Transmission Hard Shifting:
Can occur in automatic transmissions due to solenoid issues or low fluid pressure.
Radiator Leaks:
Plastic end tanks on radiators can develop leaks over time.
Idle Control Valve Issues:
Can cause rough idle or stalling on various engine configurations.
Wheel Bearing Failure:
More common on 4WD models or heavily used vehicles.
Wiper Motor Failure:
Can lead to wipers not functioning.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Dodge Truck Legacy:
Dodge has a long history of producing trucks, including the popular Ram series, establishing a reputation for robust and powerful vehicles.
Model Evolution
Second Generation:
The 2000-2001 models represent the second generation of the Dodge Dakota (Second Generation: 1997-2004), which introduced significant design and engineering updates over its predecessor.
Key Features Gen2:
Wider track, improved interior, availability of V8 engines (including the then-new 4.7L Magnum V8 for 2000 and the 5.9L V8), and club cab configuration with rear doors.
Production
Manufacturing Plant:
Warren Truck Assembly Plant, Warren, Michigan, USA.
Production Years:
Second generation produced from 1997 to 2004.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Truck Of The Year:
While not consistently winning major 'Truck of the Year' awards across all publications, the Dakota was generally well-regarded for its V8 power and comfortable ride for its class during its production run.
Ratings
Consumer Reports:
Consumer Reports typically rated it as average or below average for reliability during these years, particularly concerning transmission and electrical systems. The manual is essential for addressing these potential issues.