1997-2004 Dodge Dakota Lifter - Single Torque Specs

3.9L V6

Applies to 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2004 Dodge Dakota

Labor Time:4 hours

Torque Values (11 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	20	15	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	20	15	Clean mating surfaces
Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
⚠️ Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
⚠️ Rocker Arm Shaft Bolts	25	18	Tighten evenly in sequence
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence

The primary torque specification for lifter - single on a 1997-2004 Dodge Dakota is 16 Nm (12 lb-ft).

There are 11 torque specifications for lifter - single on the 1997-2004 Dodge Dakota 3.9L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.