Dakota 2WD L4-2.5L VIN P (2001): Steering and Suspension

Also for this vehicle: Dakota 2WD L4-153 2.5L SOHC (1990), Dakota 2WD L4-153 2.5L VIN K FI (1989), Dakota 2WD V6-239 3.9L (1987), Dakota 2WD V6-239 3.9L Magnum (1996), Dakota 2WD V6-3.7L (2009), Dakota 2WD V6-3.9L VIN X (1997), Dakota 2WD V8-318 5.2L (1991), Dakota 2WD V8-318 5.2L Magnum (1995), Dakota 2WD V8-4.7L (2008), Dakota 2WD V8-4.7L Flex Fuel (2009), Dakota 2WD V8-4.7L VIN J (2005), Dakota 2WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2001), Dakota 2WD V8-4.7L VIN P Flex Fuel (2007), Dakota 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1998), Dakota 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2000), Dakota 4WD V6-239 3.9L (1990), Dakota 4WD V6-239 3.9L Magnum (1996), Dakota 4WD V6-239 3.9L VIN X FI (1989), Dakota 4WD V6-3.7L (2008), Dakota 4WD V6-3.7L VIN K (2005), Dakota 4WD V6-3.9L VIN X (1997), Dakota 4WD V8-318 5.2L (1991), Dakota 4WD V8-318 5.2L Magnum (1995), Dakota 4WD V8-4.7L (2009), Dakota 4WD V8-4.7L Flex Fuel (2008), Dakota 4WD V8-4.7L VIN J (2007), Dakota 4WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2000), Dakota 4WD V8-4.7L VIN P Flex Fuel (2007), Dakota 4WD V8-5.2L VIN Y (1998), Dakota Quad Cab 2WD V6-3.9L VIN X (2002), Dakota Quad Cab 2WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2001), Dakota Quad Cab 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2002), Dakota Quad Cab 4WD V6-3.9L VIN X (2001), Dakota Quad Cab 4WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2002), Dakota Quad Cab 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2001), Dakota R/T 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1998), Dakota R/T 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (1999).

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1. 01Relays and ModulesRelays and Modules: Sections
2. 02Sensors and SwitchesSensors and Switches: Sections
3. 03MaintenanceMaintenance: Sections
4. 04Engine, Cooling and ExhaustEngine, Cooling and Exhaust: Sections
5. 05Powertrain ManagementPowertrain Management: Sections
6. 06Transmission and DrivetrainTransmission and Drivetrain: Sections
7. 07Brakes and Traction ControlBrakes and Traction Control: Sections
8. 08Starting and ChargingStarting and Charging: Sections
9. 09Power and Ground DistributionPower and Ground Distribution: Sections
10. 10Steering and SuspensionSteering and Suspension: Sections
    • Alignment › System Information6 pages

      • Specifications23
      • Service and Repair › Pre-Alignment Inspection23
    • Sensors and Switches - Steering and Suspension › Sensors and Switches - Steering › Power Steering Pressure Switch › Component Information › Specifications23
    • Steering34 pages

      • Front Steering Knuckle › Component Information › Description and Operation23
      • Power Steering16 pages

        • Power Steering Fluid › Component Information › Technical Service Bulletins › Steering - Power Steering Fluid Usage234
        • Power Steering Fluid Cooler › Component Information › Service and Repair
        • Power Steering Line/Hose › Component Information › Specifications2
        • Power Steering Pump › Component Information9 pages

          • Technical Service Bulletins › Steering - Power Steering Fluid Usage234
          • Testing and Inspection › Flow and Pressure Test23
          • Service and Repair › Power Steering Pump2
      • Sensors and Switches - Steering › Power Steering Pressure Switch › Component Information › Specifications23
      • Steering Column › Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming › System Information › Service Precautions2
      • Steering Gear › Component Information › Specifications2345
      • Tie Rod › Tie Rod End › Component Information5 pages

        • Specifications2
        • Service and Repair › Tie Rod End23
    • Suspension36 pages

      • Ball Joint › Component Information7 pages

        • Technical Service Bulletins › Suspension - Upper Ball Joint Replacement/Warranty Ext.2345
        • Testing and Inspection › Lower Ball Joint2
      • Control Arm › Control Arm Bushing › Component Information › Service and Repair
      • Cross-Member › Component Information › Technical Service Bulletins › Transmission Crossmember - Service Precautions
      • Front Steering Knuckle › Component Information › Description and Operation23
      • Stabilizer Bar, Sway Control › Component Information6 pages

        • Specifications › Front2
        • Description and Operation › Front2
        • Service and Repair › Front2
      • Suspension Spring (Coil / Leaf) › Component Information7 pages

        • Specifications
        • Description and Operation › Coil Spring2
        • Service and Repair › Coil Spring234
      • Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber › Component Information8 pages

        • Specifications › Front2
        • Description and Operation › Front2
        • Testing and Inspection › Front2
        • Service and Repair › Front2
      • Suspension Travel Bumper › Component Information › Specifications
      • Wheel Bearing › Component Information › Specifications
      • Wheel Hub › Axle Nut › Component Information › Specifications
    • Wheels and Tires7 pages

      • Tires › Spare Tire › Component Information › Description and Operation
      • Wheels › Component Information › Description and Operation2
      • Wheel Bearing › Component Information › Specifications
      • Wheel Hub › Axle Nut › Component Information › Specifications
      • Wheel Fastener › Component Information › Specifications › Tightening Sequence2
11. 11Heating and Air ConditioningHeating and Air Conditioning: Sections
12. 12Restraint SystemsRestraint Systems: Sections
13. 13Accessories and Optional EquipmentAccessories and Optional Equipment: Sections
14. 14Body and FrameBody and Frame: Sections
15. 15Cruise ControlCruise Control: Sections
16. 16Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning IndicatorsInstrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators: Sections
17. 17Lighting and HornsLighting and Horns: Sections
18. 18Windows and GlassWindows and Glass: Sections
19. 19Wiper and Washer SystemsWiper and Washer Systems: Sections