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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 Laramie 4.7 V8 FLEX

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 ST 3.7 V6 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

Relearn Procedures
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Dakota Laramie 4.7 V8 GAS

When a tire pressure sensor has been replaced, the WCM will learn and store the sensor ID when the vehicle is driven continuously above 15 mph for 10 minutes. A new sensor ID can also be programmed directly into the WCM using a suitably ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Dakota SXT 4.7 V8 FLEX

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
  • Remove alternator drive belt.
  • Unsnap plastic insulator cap from B+ output terminal.
  • Remove B+ terminal mounting nut at rear of alternator and disconnect terminal.
  • Disconnect fi...

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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 SLT 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

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Dakota SXT 3.7 V6 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at engine.
  • Remove hose from engine.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to in...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Dodge Dakota AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Dakota TRX4 4.7 V8 FLEX

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+.

Seat Components Diagram for 2008 Dodge Dakota TRX 3.7 V6 GASSeat Components Diagram for 2008 Dodge Dakota TRX 3.7 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Driver Seat Belt Switch
  • Driver Seat Switch
  • Seat Motor Assembly
  • Connector C307
  • Driver Seat Track Position Switch
  • Body Diagram for 2008 Dodge Dakota SLT 4.7 V8 FLEXBody Diagram for 2008 Dodge Dakota SLT 4.7 V8 FLEX

    Components on diagram:
  • Splice S303
  • Satellite Antenna
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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 SXT 4.7 V8 FLEX Wiring Diagram2008 Dodge Dakota SXT 4.7 V8 FLEX Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Range Sensor
  • Starter Relay
  • Powertrain Control Module
  • Integrated Power Module
  • Line Pressure Sensor/Variable Force Solenoid Assembly
  • 2008 Dodge Dakota Sport 3.7 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Dodge Dakota Sport 3.7 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Park Lamp Relay
  • Left License Lamp
  • Right Tail/Stop/Turn Lamp
  • Left Tail/Stop/Turn Lamp
  • Integrated Power Module
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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+.

    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:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
  • Document: Hard To Fill Or Fuel Nozzle Shuts Off Repeatedly
    Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Dakota ST 3.7 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Fuel Sys, Driveability, Filters (Air & Fuel)
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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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