How to Ensure Proper Alignment and Clearance When Inspecting and Replacing Rod Bearings on 2001 Dodge Dakota?

Inspect the connecting rod bearings for wear, scoring and alignment. Replace abnormal bearings, if any. Check journals for damage; excessive wear can be caused by misalignment. Install bearings and caps with proper torque (using Plastigage to check for clearance). If clearance is greater than specifications, use undersized inserts. Check measurements prior to final assembly, check side clearance.

OEM 2001 Dodge Dakota Rod Bearing

Engine Connecting Rod Bearing

Select Vehicle by Model
Select Vehicle by VIN

Select Vehicle by Model

Make

Model

Year

Select Vehicle by VIN

For the most accurate results, select vehicle by your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number).

4 Rod Bearings found

View related parts
2001 Dodge Dakota Bearings Part Number: 5012363AE
$16.87 MSRP: $25.00
You Save: $8.13 (33%)
Ships in 1-2 Business Days
ADD TO CART
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard See Note; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 5012363AC, 5012363AD, 5018584AB, 5012363AB
- Item Weight: 0.50 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 4.0 x 2.7 x 2.0 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 5012363AE
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
More Info
Fits the following 2001 Dodge Dakota Submodels:
- Base, Big Horn, Laramie, Lone Star, SLT, SLT Plus, ST, SXT, Sport, Sport Plus, TRX, TRX4 | 4.7L V8, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS
View related parts
2001 Dodge Dakota Rod Bearings Part Number: 2421305
$17.58 MSRP: $22.29
You Save: $4.71 (22%)
Ships in 1-2 Business Days
ADD TO CART
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing Package - Connecting Rod; Engine Connecting Rod Bearing; Connecting Rod Bearing Pair; Rod Bearing; Bearings; Connecting Rod Bearing Package, Standard; Includes various connecting rod bearings.
- Item Weight: 0.50 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 4.2 x 3.1 x 1.9 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 2421305
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
More Info
Fits the following 2001 Dodge Dakota Submodels:
- Base, LE, R/T, S, SE, SLT, Shelby, Sport, WS | 8 Cyl 5.2 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
View related parts
2001 Dodge Dakota Rod Bearings Part Number: 83500300AC
$17.36 MSRP: $22.95
You Save: $5.59 (25%)
Ships in 1-2 Business Days
ADD TO CART
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing Kit - Connecting Rod; Bearings; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 83500300, 83500300AB, 53020261AC
- Item Weight: 0.50 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 3.1 x 2.7 x 1.8 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 83500300AC
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
More Info
Fits the following 2001 Dodge Dakota Submodels:
- Base, SLT, Sport, WS | 2.5L L4, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
View related parts
2001 Dodge Dakota Rod Bearings Part Number: 4397658AB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing Package - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 4397658
- Item Weight: 0.50 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 4397658AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
More Info
Fits the following 2001 Dodge Dakota Submodels:
- Base, LE, S, SE, SLT, SXT, Sport, WS | 3.9L V6, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS

2001 Dodge Dakota Rod Bearing Parts and Q&A

Q: How to Ensure Proper Alignment and Clearance When Inspecting and Replacing Rod Bearings on 2001 Dodge Dakota?
A: Inspect the connecting rod bearings for wear, scoring and alignment. Replace abnormal bearings, if any. Check journals for damage; excessive wear can be caused by misalignment. Install bearings and caps with proper torque (using Plastigage to check for clearance). If clearance is greater than specifications, use undersized inserts. Check measurements prior to final assembly, check side clearance.