Dakota 4WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2000)
Fig. 105
1. Mount a dial indicator to a stationary point at front of engine. Locate the probe perpendicular against nose of crankshaft (Fig. 105).
2. Move the crankshaft all the way to the rear of it's travel.
3. Zero the dial indicator.
4. Move the crankshaft all the way to the front of it's travel and read the dial indicator. Refer to Specification for Crankshaft End Play.
CRANKSHAFT END PLAY SPECIFICATION CHART - 4.7L