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We have info for following modifications of 2003 Dodge Dakota
- 2003 Dodge Dakota 3.9 V6 GAS, CID:239, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:239, Engine VIN:, Desg:X
- 2003 Dodge Dakota 5.9 V8 GAS, CID:360, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:360, Engine VIN:, Desg:Z
- 2003 Dodge Dakota 4.7 V8 GAS, CID:285, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:285, Engine VIN:, Desg:N
BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge Dakota cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Dakota & Durango -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge Dakota 3.9 V6 GAS
Removal
- Raise vehicle, then remove front wheel.
- Disconnect brake hose at caliper and discard fitting washers if worn or damaged.
- Remove caliper slide pins, then lift caliper and brake pads off rotor.
- If necessary, remove brake pads from caliper as outlined under. "Brake Pad Service."
Disassemble
- Clean outside of caliper with suitable solvent.
- Drain fluid from caliper and place clean shop cloths in caliper opposite piston.
- Slowly apply compressed air to caliper inlet port until piston moves out of bore.. Do not. "blow" piston out of bore; damage and personal injury may result.
- Remove and disc...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge Dakota cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Dakota & Durango -> Rotor Replacement
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge Dakota 4.7 V8 GAS
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel.
- Remove caliper and brake pads as outlined under. "Brake Pad Service." It is not necessary to disconnect brake line from caliper. After caliper has been removed from rotor, support it to preve...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge Dakota cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Drum Brakes -> DaimlerChrysler -> Adjustments -> Adjustment -> Except FWD Models -> FWD Models -> Parking Brake -> Self-Adjusting Brakes -> Service Brake
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge Dakota 3.9 V6 GAS
Service Brake
Except FWD Models
Self-Adjusting Brakes
These brakes have self-adjusting shoe mechanisms that ensure correct lining to drum clearances at all times. The automatic adjusters operate only when the brakes are applied as the vehicle is moving rearward.
Although the brakes are self-adjusting, an initial adjustment is required when the brake shoes have been relined, replaced or when the length of the star wheel adjuster has been changed during some other service operation.
Frequent usage of an automatic transmission forward range to halt reverse vehicle motion may prevent the aut...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge Dakota cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-Lock Brakes -> Dakota -> Precautions -> General Service Precautions
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge Dakota 4.7 V8 GAS
General Service Precautions
Certain components of the anti-lock brake system are not intended to be serviced individually. Attempting to remove or disconnect components of this type may result in personal injury and/or improper system operation. Only the components with removal and installation procedures should be serviced.
Observe the following general precautions when servicing the anti-lock b...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge Dakota cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-Lock Brakes -> Dakota -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 2002-04 -> 2005-06 -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Connector Pin Identification -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Intermittents & Poor Connections
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge Dakota 5.9 V8 GAS
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC) and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation
2002-04
[[table data]]2005-06
[[table data]]Connector Pin Identification
Refer to Figs. through for pin connector and terminal identification.
Diagnostic Tests
2002-04
[[table data]]2005-06
[[table data]]Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC) and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Intermitten...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Dodge Dakota cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Drum Brakes -> DaimlerChrysler -> Adjustments -> Adjustment -> Except FWD Models -> FWD Models -> Parking Brake -> Self-Adjusting Brakes -> Service Brake
Vehicle: 2003 Dodge Dakota 5.9 V8 GAS
Service Brake
Except FWD Models
Self-Adjusting Brakes
These brakes have self-adjusting shoe mechanisms that ensure correct lining to drum clearances at all times. The automatic adjusters operate only when the brakes are applied as the vehicle is moving rearward.
Although the brakes are self-adjusting, an initial adjustment is required when the brake shoes have been relined, replaced or when the length of the star wheel adjuster has been changed during some other service operation.
Frequent usage of an automatic transmission forward range to halt reverse vehicle motion may prevent the aut...
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