Dodge Dakota 2016 Owners Manual
People who live by a 'bigger is better' philosophy, seeking absolute overkill in every pursuit, from chainsaw Bonsai sculpting to Hemi-powered lawn mowers, are drawn to the big trucks like moths to a multi-terawatt light source. The lookalike Dakota and enthrall power-hungry Americans by boldly competing in the compact and full-size markets as relatively oversized, overpowered entries with an eye on the bottom line. Choosing between the two requires delicate balancing of your specific wants and needs, because their real-world prices are quite similar. Fusing a road-dominating, big-rig visage with a mighty, full-size pickup produced the massive Dodge Ram-a truck that redefined the segment in '94, setting benchmarks in size, power, and cargo capacity. Naturally, the inherent abilities of this gargantuan Mopar proved formidable in the workplace as well as on construction sites and farms, but the Ram's additional trick was that it could serve as satisfying daily transportation complete with decidedly delightful comfort and multiple convenience. Dodge applied this winning combination of attributes and styling to the new '97 Dakota, making this midsize pickup essentially a 71/48-scale Ram with a sporty attitude.
While the Dakota is forever caught in its big brother's styling shadow, it capably performs the hauling, towing, and transporting duties that most truck intenders seek. Consequently, the introduction of the lean Dakota has created a sibling rivalry that has the Dodge brethren arm wrestling for customers. To settle the family feud, we ordered standard cab examples, each touting 5.2-liter V-8 engines, four-wheel drive, and a full complement of power amenities. The full-size Ram in high-rider 4WD trim is the Clydesdale of pickups, while its little brother, the mid-size Dakota, is more like a nimble quarterhorse. The Ram's mammoth scale and big-rig look demands the attention of everyone on the road. It would take something with a couple more axles to top the command-of-the-road presence offered by the towering Ram, which stands 6.7 inches (a hand and two-thirds in horse-speak) taller than the Dakota, offering a Montana-size vista.
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There's a price for this: It's a serious climb into the Ram's cab. Children and small adults may need rappelling gear, and even average-size adults cannot touch a boot to the ground with their rump on the seat. Meanwhile, the Dakota is much leaner, narrower, and more agile, able to fit in traffic holes, parking spaces, and garages the Ram could barely get its muzzle into. On our Tech Data chart, the 'width' dimension is stated as an industry standard measurement that does not include outside rearview mirrors. With mirrors included, the Ram takes up a whopping 7 feet, 9 inches of parking space, while the Dakota is a comparatively svelte 6-foot-7. In off-road driving (though most 4WD vehicles spend about the same time 'off-road' as most cowboy boots do in stirrups), we found the Dakota's more svelte shape a real advantage. We could more easily slip between locust tree and mesquite bush without scratching new paint, while the Dakota's 655-pounds-lighter weight meant it had to struggle less to climb rocks and was less prone to sinking into soft surfaces (and slightly easier to winch out when we got stuck).
Still, the Dakota is the biggest and most powerful 'compact' pickup, although 'midsize' would be more apt. The Ram dwarfs the Dakota in all interior passenger dimensions, save one.
Only in legroom can the Dakota claim the advantage, there by 0.9 inch. The Ram has a Stetson's worth of additional headroom (9.8 inches).
It has an NFL-regulation shoulder pad's worth of additional shoulder room (7.9 inches). There's also an all-you-can-eat-catfish-buffet worth of extra hip room (8.9 inches). While the Dakota gets a goose egg in extra interior cargo capacity, the space behind the Ram's seat holds 4.1 cubic feet. A briefcase barely fits behind the Dakota's seat, though the Ram would accommodate even our hard-sided long-gun case behind its seat.
(What kind of truck doesn't have room in the cab for a Remington 7400.30-06?) The Dakota offsets its less roomy dimensions with bevy of storage bins. The Ram had just a driver-side airbag, while the Dakota came with both dual airbags and the optional center console.
These combined to severely limit its utility for a couple of staffers who often transport passengers too small to ride in an airbag-equipped seat. Here may lie an appeal for the young and/or unattached pickup owner: They won't have to shuttle younger siblings or boring co-workers. Looking at their capabilities as workhorses (though most people keep these as pets), the Ram holds a mixed advantage: an additional 9.0 cubic feet of cargobox capacity (55.5 versus 46.5) and 425-pounds-greater payload (1875 to 1450), but the Dakota wins in maximum tow capacity (6500 to 6400 pounds). The Dakota's bed, at 6 feet 5 inches, is every bit as long as the Ram's, but considerably narrower: a significant 5.5 inches measured at their narrowest points. While the Ram made its debut three years ago (winning the '94 Motor Trend Truck of the Year Award) and got only minimal updates for '97, the Dakota underwent a radical revision for this year.
Among the myriad highlights for the Dakota is a significantly stiffer frame with a three-section side rail and a box section front cross-member. For 4WD variants, a new, narrower front axle housing that's 29 pounds lighter and features larger, tougher gears permits longer halfshafts for more wheel travel, essential in off-roadability. Neither of these is the plush-riding, 'cowboy ' type of pickup. In stiffly sprung 4WD trim, both are-much in the mold of some handling-oriented sport coupes of yore-hard-riding and darn proud of it. While smooth freeway ride is acceptable, a spine-pounding crossways trip over a speed bump in either will make you wish for a boxer's mouthpiece. Within this realm of roughness, the Dakota rides slightly better than the Ram. At the test track, the Dakota's lighter weight and slight power edge seemed key with a huge 1.3-second edge in the 0-60-mph sprint, 7.4 versus 8.7 seconds.
Dodge Dakota 2016 Owners Manual 2005
The Dakota turned in a respectable-for-a-pickup 145-foot 60-0-mph braking distance, with the Ram needing another 15 feet to get whoa'd. The Dakota got around the skidpad better (0.78 g against 0.74 g) and was faster down the slalom (59.4 to 55.7 mph). If it's on-road sportiness you seek, the Dakota is the clear choice of these two. (If 'on-road sportiness' is truly a consideration, go for a 2WD variant.) The Dakota starts with a $1815-lower base price ($17,190 against $19,005). But the Ram earned a $1187 factory discount (for the 'Laramie SLT advantage package'). Also the Dakota had some high-cost options ($500 for four-wheel ABS, $659 for an AM/FM/CD/cassette, and $771 for a package that included remote keyless entry) that pushed its as-tested price $971 beyond its bigger brother, $24,057 against $23,086.
Choosing a winner between these two pickups depends on work chore demands, garage size, and personal taste. Trailer-towing adventurers needing to haul a monstrous fifth-wheel or ocean-bound boat down the interstate won't settle for anything shy of a Ram. Similarly, those tough-and-tumble image seekers who wear the largest Stetson hat in the shopping mall would turn to the Ram and be whole-heartedly satisfied with its 'walk tall and carry a big stick' attitude. On the other hand, the Dakota is capable of hauling or towing more than most recreation seekers need.
In addition, the compact pickup is quicker, more nimble, and all-around more livable in the everyday grind. Our choice of these two: the Dakota. DIMENSIONS Wheelbase, in./mm 112.0/2844 118.7/3015 Track, f/r, in./mm 60.8/61.5 / 1544/1562 68.5/66.9 / 1740/1699 Length, in./mm 195.8/5974 204.1/5184 Width, in./mm 71.5/1816 79.4/2017 Height, in./mm 68.0/1726 74.7/1897 Ground clearance, in./mm 9.7/1246 8.4/213 Base curb weight, lb 3870 4525 Weight distribution, f/r,% 59/41 60/40 Interior cargo capacity, cu ft 0 4.1 Interior volume, cu.ft.
57.6 62.8 Tow capacity, lb 6500 6400 Fuel capacity, gal. 22.0 26.0 Weight/power ratio, lb/hp 16.8 20.6 Cargo box capacity, cu. 46.5 55.5 Payload, lbs.
CHASSIS Suspension, f/r Unequal length control arms, Live axle, torsion bars, anti-roll bar/ torsion bars, anti-roll bar/ live axle, leaf springs, live axle, leaf springs, anti-roll bar anti-roll bar Steering type/ratio Recirculating ball, power assist 15.4:1 Recirculating ball, power assist14.0:1 Turning circle, ft 35.8 45.2 Brakes, f/r Vented discs/11.2 Vented discs/11.6 drums/10.0, ABS drums/11.0, rear ABS Wheel size, in. 15 x 8.0 16 x 7.0 Material cast aluminum cast aluminum Tire size 31 x 10.5TR15 P265/75SR16 Mfr. And model Goodyear Wrangler RT/S Goodyear Wrangler RT/S.
Summary Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2012 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2012 Chrysler 300, 2006-2012 Dodge Charger, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S.
Virgin Islands, or 'Zone A.' Summary CERTAIN REPLACEMENT K&N FUEL PERFORMANCE KITS, P/NOS.
57-1509, 57-1511, 57-1511-1, 57-1517, 57-1517-1, 57-1527, AND 57-1530. ALSO, A SMALL PERCENTAGE OF THESE KITS WERE SOLD UNDER THE MOPAR PERFORMANCE PARTS BRAND NAME (P/NOS.
P5007069 AND P5007070). ALL KITS WERE MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 20, 1999, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 23, 2004. THESE ASSEMBLIES WERE MANUFACTURED AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR CERTAIN DODGE PICKUP TRUCKS AND SUVS. A SMALL PIECE OF MATERIAL FROM THE TUBE WALL COULD BE SUCKED INTO THE ENGINE THROTTLE BODY, WHICH COULD CAUSE THE THROTTLE TO BECOME JAMMED IN THE OPEN POSITION.
Summary Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
What Owners Should Do Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge.
The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Mitsubishi owners may call 1-888-648-7820. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25.
Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well. Summary Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2004-2005 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500, 2004-2005 Dodge Durango, 2005 Dodge Dakota, 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 Chrysler 300, 300C and 300 SRT8 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in geographic locations associated with high absolute humidity. Specifically, vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Saipan, Guam, and American Samoa are addressed by this recall. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture. What Owners Should Do Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge.
For vehicles that were sold, or are currently registered, in Florida, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, owners were notified and the recall began on December 5, 2014. For all other vehicles, Chrysler notified owners and the recall began on February 3, 2015.
Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P40 Expanded. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall 16V-352. This recall superseded the passenger air bag portion of recall 14V-354.
Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PICKUP TRUCKS. SOUND DEADENER MATERIAL INSIDE THE STEERING WHEEL COULD BECOME DETACHED FROM THE COVER AND HOUSING. NOTE: THE RAM PICKUP TRUCKS WERE BUILT AT THE WARREN ASSEMBLY PLANT ('S' IN THE 11TH VIN POSITION) FROM MAY 16, 2000 THROUGH OCTOBER 23, 2000; ST. LOUIS NORTH ASSEMBLY PLANT ('J' IN THE 11TH VIN POSITION) FROM MAY 19, 2000 THROUGH OCTOBER 23, 2000; LAGO ALBERTO ASSEMBLY PLANT ('M' IN THE 11TH VIN POSITION) FROM MAY 23, 2000 THROUGH OCTOBER 23, 2000; AND SALTILLO ASSEMBLY PLANT ('G' IN THE 11TH VIN POSITION) FROM MAY 23, 2000 THROUGH OCTOBER 23, 2000. IMPORTANT: VEHICLES THAT HAVE ALREADY HAD THE PROPER CLOCKSPRING INSTALLED, ACCORDING TO WARRANTY RECORDS, HAVE BEEN EXCLUDED FROM THIS RECALL. IN ADDITION, 1997-2000 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES THAT HAVE HAD A SUSPECT REPLACEMENT CLOCKSPRING INSTALLED, ACCORDING TO WARRANTY RECORDS, HAVE BEEN ADDED TO THIS RECALL.
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