How to Inspect and Replace Rod Bearings on 2009 Dodge Dakota?

Check connecting rod bearings wear and change those that have abnormal marks. Check journals in scoring and misalignment. Determine bearing-to-journal clearance using Plastigage and make sure that it is within specifications. Install connecting rod bolts, which have been removed, and check side clearance using a feeler gauge, replacing bolts as needed.

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Engine Connecting Rod Bearing

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2009 Dodge Dakota Bearings Part Number: 5012363AE
$16.87 MSRP: $25.00
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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.
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Fits the following 2009 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
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2009 Dodge Dakota Bearings Part Number: 68052222AB
$18.13 MSRP: $26.80
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Set; Connecting Rod Bearing Set; Rod Bearing; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard See Note
- Replaces: 5019447AA, 68052222AA
- Item Weight: 0.50 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 3.9 x 2.6 x 2.0 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- Require Quantity: 6
- SKU: 68052222AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2009 Dodge Dakota Submodels:
- Base, Big Horn, Laramie, Lone Star, SLT, SLT Plus, ST, SXT, Sport, Sport Plus, TRX, TRX4 | 3.7L V6, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS

2009 Dodge Dakota Rod Bearing Parts and Q&A

Q: How to Inspect and Replace Rod Bearings on 2009 Dodge Dakota?
A: Check connecting rod bearings wear and change those that have abnormal marks. Check journals in scoring and misalignment. Determine bearing-to-journal clearance using Plastigage and make sure that it is within specifications. Install connecting rod bolts, which have been removed, and check side clearance using a feeler gauge, replacing bolts as needed.