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The 4.7L, 3.7L, 5.9L and 3.9L Dodge Dakota engines have a timing chain and are interference while the 2.2L and 2.5L Dodge Dakota engines have a timing belt and are non-interference.
Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Dodge Dakota.
Year | Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference |
---|---|---|---|
2010 - 2010 | 4.7L | timing chain | interference |
2002 - 2010 | 3.7L | timing chain | interference |
1989 - 2003 | 5.9L | timing chain | interference |
1989 - 2002 | 2.5L | timing belt | non-interference |
1987 - 2001 | 3.9L | timing chain | interference |
1987 - 1988 | 2.2L | timing belt | non-interference |
The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).
A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.
A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.
Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.
Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.
Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.
The 2010 Dodge Dakota has a timing chain and an interference engine.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2009 Dodge Dakota has a timing chain and an interference engine.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2008 Dodge Dakota has a timing chain and an interference engine.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2007 Dodge Dakota has a timing chain and an interference engine.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2006 Dodge Dakota has a timing chain and an interference engine.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2005 Dodge Dakota has a timing chain and an interference engine.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2004 Dodge Dakota has a timing chain and an interference engine.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
4.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2003 Dodge Dakota has a timing chain and an interference engine.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
5.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
4.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
The 2002 Dodge Dakota 2.5L engine has a timing belt and is non-interference while the 3.7L, 4.7L and 5.9L engine has a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
5.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
4.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L | timing belt | non-interference | 60k |
The 2001 Dodge Dakota 2.5L engine has a timing belt and is non-interference while the 3.9L, 4.7L and 5.9L engine has a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
5.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
4.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L | timing belt | non-interference | 60k |
The 2000 Dodge Dakota 2.5L engine has a timing belt and is non-interference while the 3.9L, 4.7L and 5.9L engine has a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
5.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
4.7L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L | timing belt | non-interference | 60k |
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The 1999 Dodge Dakota 2.5L engine has a timing belt and is non-interference while the 3.9L, 5.2L and 5.9L engine has a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
5.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
5.2L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L | timing belt | non-interference | 60k |
The 1998 Dodge Dakota 2.5L engine has a timing belt and is non-interference while the 3.9L, 5.2L and 5.9L engine has a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
5.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
5.2L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L | timing belt | non-interference | 60k |
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The 1997 Dodge Dakota 2.5L engine has a timing belt and is non-interference while the 3.9L and 5.9L engine has a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
5.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L | timing belt | non-interference | 60k |
The 1996 Dodge Dakota 2.5L engine has a timing belt and is non-interference while the 3.9L and 5.9L engine has a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
5.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L | timing belt | non-interference | 60k |
The 1995 Dodge Dakota 2.5L engine has a timing belt and is non-interference while the 3.9L and 5.9L engine has a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
5.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L | timing belt | non-interference | 60k |
The 1994 Dodge Dakota 2.5L engine has a timing belt and is non-interference while the 3.9L and 5.9L engine has a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
5.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L | timing belt | non-interference | 60k |
The 1993 Dodge Dakota 2.5L engine has a timing belt and is non-interference while the 3.9L and 5.9L engine has a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
5.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L | timing belt | non-interference | 60k |
The 1992 Dodge Dakota 2.5L engine has a timing belt and is non-interference while the 3.9L and 5.9L engine has a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
5.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L | timing belt | non-interference | 60k |
The 1991 Dodge Dakota 2.5L engine has a timing belt and is non-interference while the 3.9L and 5.9L engine has a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
5.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L | timing belt | non-interference | 60k |
The 1990 Dodge Dakota 2.5L engine has a timing belt and is non-interference while the 3.9L and 5.9L engine has a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
5.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L | timing belt | non-interference | 60k |
The 1989 Dodge Dakota 2.5L engine has a timing belt and is non-interference while the 3.9L and 5.9L engine has a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
5.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L | timing belt | non-interference | 60k |
The 1988 Dodge Dakota 2.2L engine has a timing belt and is non-interference while the 3.9L engine has a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
3.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.2L | timing belt | non-interference | 60k |
The 1987 Dodge Dakota 2.2L engine has a timing belt and is non-interference while the 3.9L engine has a timing chain and are interference.
Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
3.9L | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.2L | timing belt | non-interference | 60k |
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