How to Remove a Timing Cover on Dodge Dakota?

To get started, disconnect the battery negative wire and drain the coolant system in the vehicle. Then, pull the electric cooling fan and fan shroud assembly off and uninstall the radiator fan as well. Remove their connections at both the timing cover and lower radiator on the engine for the heater hoses. Take the accessory drive belt tensioner assembly off (1) and remove the crankshaft damper afterward. After that, lift out the generator along with the A/C compressor. Note that the 3.7L engine sealsthe front cover to the block with an anaerobic sealant and only Mopar(R) Grey Engine RTV sealant should be used for service. You can adjust the timing cover even with the water pump in place. Next, get rid of the bolts that keep the timing cover attached to the engine block, then remove the cover.

How to Install a Timing Cover on an Engine on Dodge Dakota?

When installing the timing cover, start with a clean block surface and timing cover, using rubbing alcohol so you don't damage your engine. A Mopar(R) Engine RTV tub is needed as a replacement for the stock factory anaerobic sealer, instead of a gasket in the 3.7L engine. Look for signs of damage on the water passage o-rings and change them if you find any. Coat the front cover with a 3 to 4 mm bead of Mopar(R) Engine RTV sealer, install the cover and torque all the fasteners to 58 Nm (43 ft. lbs.) in sequence. After that, install the crankshaft damper, A/C compressor, generator and accessory drive belt tensioner. Then, put on the radiator upper and lower hoses, both heater hoses and the radiator fan. After that, top up the coolant and link the red negative terminal of the battery.

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Dodge Dakota Timing Cover Part Number: 3769964
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- Other Name: Cover; Front Cover; Cover, Chain Case, Assembly; Cover, Timing Chain Case; Cover, Chain Case
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1987-1991 Dodge Dakota | Base, LE, S, SE, Shelby, Sport | 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS
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Dodge Dakota Timing Cover Part Number: 53020222
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- Other Name: Cover - Timing Belt; Engine Timing Cover; Front Cover; Timing Cover Assembly with Seal; Timing Belt Cover.
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996-2002 Dodge Dakota | Base, SLT, Sport, WS | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Dodge Dakota Timing Cover Part Number: 5016653AB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cover - Timing Case; Engine Timing Cover; Front Cover; Cover Timing Case
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001 Dodge Dakota | Base, SLT, Sport | 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS
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Dodge Dakota Timing Cover Part Number: 5134142AF
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cover - Timing; Engine Timing Cover; Front Cover; Cover Kit Timing
- Replaces: 5134142AD, 5134142AG, 5134142AE, 5134142AB, 5134142AC
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2010 Dodge Dakota | Big Horn, Laramie, Lone Star, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX, TRX4 | 4.7L V8, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS
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Dodge Dakota Timing Cover Part Number: 53021714AB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cover - Timing Belt; Engine Timing Cover; Front Cover; Cover Timing Belt; Cover Timing Case
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002 Dodge Dakota | Base, SLT, Sport | 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS
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Dodge Dakota Timing Cover Part Number: 4667273
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cover - Timing Belt Lower; Front Cover; Lower Timing Cover; Timing Belt Cover Lower; (Except 16 Valve)
- Replaces: 4667247, 4448724, 5281212
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1989-1995 Dodge Dakota | Base, LE, S, SE, SLT, Sport, WS | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Dodge Dakota Timing Cover Part Number: 5134142AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cover - Timing Belt; Engine Timing Cover; Front Cover; Cover Timing Belt
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2005 Dodge Dakota | Base, Laramie, SLT, SLT Plus, ST, Sport, Sport Plus | 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS
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Dodge Dakota Timing Cover Part Number: 53021238AB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cover - Chain Case; Engine Timing Cover; Front Cover; Cover Chain Case Includes Items 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 11; See Notes.
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2010 Dodge Dakota | Base, Big Horn, Laramie, Lone Star, SLT, SLT Plus, ST, SXT, Sport, Sport Plus, TRX, TRX4 | 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS

Dodge Dakota Timing Cover

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The Timing Cover of Dodge Dakota vehicles plays a very important part in protecting the timing mechanism of the vehicle's engine which employs use of a timing belt, timing chain, or cam belt. Made of durable material like aluminum, plastic or steel the Timing Cover shields the area from corrupting elements that may harm the inner parts. Most Dodge Dakota Timing Covers have added features of gaskets that offer further safeguard of the timing belt. Several types of Timing Covers have been used in Dodge Dakota, several types distinctively depending on the engine type in the automobiles. These being hard wearing, they can degrade prematurely thus requiring regular replacement to ensure safe usage of the vehicles. For the enhancement of the durability and functionality of the Dodge Dakota, it is mandatory to take time and perform maintenance of the Timing Cover.

Dodge Dakota Timing Cover Parts and Q&A

Timing Cover
5134142AF
Q: How to Remove a Timing Cover on Dodge Dakota?
A:
To get started, disconnect the battery negative wire and drain the coolant system in the vehicle. Then, pull the electric cooling fan and fan shroud assembly off and uninstall the radiator fan as well. Remove their connections at both the timing cover and lower radiator on the engine for the heater hoses. Take the accessory drive Belt Tensioner assembly off (1) and remove the crankshaft damper afterward. After that, lift out the generator along with the A/C compressor. Note that the 3.7L engine sealsthe front cover to the block with an anaerobic sealant and only Mopar(R) Grey Engine RTV sealant should be used for service. You can adjust the timing cover even with the Water Pump in place. Next, get rid of the bolts that keep the timing cover attached to the engine block, then remove the cover.
Timing Cover
53021238AB
Q: How to Install a Timing Cover on an Engine on Dodge Dakota?
A:
When installing the timing cover, start with a clean block surface and timing cover, using rubbing alcohol so you don't damage your engine. A Mopar(R) Engine RTV tub is needed as a replacement for the stock factory anaerobic sealer, instead of a gasket in the 3.7L engine. Look for signs of damage on the water passage o-rings and change them if you find any. Coat the front cover with a 3 to 4 mm bead of Mopar(R) Engine RTV sealer, install the cover and torque all the fasteners to 58 Nm (43 ft. lbs.) in sequence. After that, install the crankshaft damper, A/C compressor, generator and accessory drive Belt Tensioner. Then, put on the radiator upper and lower hoses, both heater hoses and the radiator fan. After that, top up the coolant and link the red negative terminal of the battery.