Dodge Aries Service & Repair Manual 1982–1989

Service and repair manuals for 8 model years of the Dodge Aries, 1982 to 1989. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Dodge published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 2.2L I4 — SOHC · 2.6L I4 — 156 cu in, SOHC · 2.5L I4 — 153 cu in, SOHC.

Federal safety record, all years: 15 recalls, 61 owner complaints and 13 technical service bulletins are logged for the Aries. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your Aries year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
1989 $29.992 2.5L I4; 2.2L I4 LE Sedan 4-Door · America Sedan 4-Door · LE Coupe 2-Door · America Coupe 2-Door details →
1988 $29.991 2.5L I4; 2.2L I4 America Wagon 4-Door · LE Sedan 4-Door · America Sedan 4-Door · LE Wagon 4-Door +2 details →
1987 $29.991 2.5L I4; 2.2L I4 LE Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · LE Wagon 4-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door +1 details →
1986 $29.991 2.5L I4; 2.2L I4 LE Sedan 4-Door · SE Wagon 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · SE Coupe 2-Door +4 details →
1985 $29.991 2.2L I4; 2.6L I4 LE Sedan 4-Door · SE Wagon 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · SE Coupe 2-Door +4 details →
1984 $29.991 2.2L I4; 2.6L I4 SE Wagon 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · SE Coupe 2-Door · Custom Wagon 4-Door +2 details →
1983 $29.994 2.2L I4; 2.6L I4 SE Wagon 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · SE Coupe 2-Door · Custom Wagon 4-Door +2 details →
1982 $29.994 2.2L I4; 2.6L I4 SE Wagon 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · SE Coupe 2-Door · Custom Wagon 4-Door +4 details →

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 1989 Aries manual.

1989 Dodge Aries service manual page 11989 Dodge Aries service manual page 21989 Dodge Aries service manual page 31989 Dodge Aries service manual page 41989 Dodge Aries service manual page 5

03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 63
  • Engine Performance 526
  • Accessories & Equipment 232
  • General Information 1,391
  • Body & Frame 62
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 169
  • Brakes 85
  • Maintenance 74
  • Drivelines & Axles 29
  • Steering 101
  • Electrical 195
  • Suspension 53
  • Engine Mechanical 126
  • Transmission 196
  • Steering Wheel Retaining Nut 45

04 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore Aries manual$29.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the Aries manual

Which Aries years does this manual cover?

Every year from 1982 to 1989 — 8 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.

Is this the OEM Dodge Aries manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Dodge published for the Aries, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include Aries wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Aries manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Does the manual cover Aries recalls?

15 recalls are on federal record across the 1982–1989 Aries, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Dodge dealers.

Why do some Aries years cost more?

Every Aries year is $29.99.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.

How do I get the manual after purchase?

It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.

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