Service and repair manuals for 26 model years of the Dodge Dakota, 1987 to 2012. 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: 3.9L V6 — 238 cu in, OHV · 2.2L I4 — SOHC · 2.5L I4 — 153 cu in, SOHC · 5.2L V8 — 318 cu in, OHV · 2.5L I4 — 153 cu in, OHV · 5.9L V8 — OHV · 4.7L V8 — SOHC · 3.7L V6 — SOHC.
Federal safety record, all years: 87 recalls, 9,231 owner complaints and 965 technical service bulletins are logged for the Dakota. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your Dakota year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $29.99 | — | 3.7L V6 | SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door | select |
| 2011 | $29.99 | 3 | 3.7L V6 | SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door | details → |
| 2010 | $29.99 | 4 | 4.7L V8; 3.7L V6 | SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door · ST Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door · Laramie Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door · TRX4 Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door +10 | details → |
| 2009 | $29.99 | 3 | 4.7L V8; 3.7L V6 | SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door · ST Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door · Laramie Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door · TRX4 Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door +10 | details → |
| 2008 | $29.99 | 1 | 4.7L V8; 3.7L V6 | TRX Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door · SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door · ST Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door · Laramie Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door +10 | details → |
| 2007 | $29.99 | 1 | 4.7L V8; 3.7L V6 | ST Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door · SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door · Laramie Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door · Laramie Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door +2 | details → |
| 2006 | $29.99 | 4 | 4.7L V8; 3.7L V6 | ST Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door · SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door · Laramie Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door · Laramie Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door +2 | details → |
| 2005 | $29.99 | 4 | 4.7L V8; 3.7L V6 | ST Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door · SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door · Laramie Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door · Sport Extended Cab Pickup 4-Door +4 | details → |
| 2004 | $29.99 | 4 | 4.7L V8; 3.7L V6 | Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door · SXT Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door +13 | details → |
| 2003 | $29.99 | 9 | 3.9L V6; 4.7L V8; 5.9L V8 | Base Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door · Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door +6 | details → |
| 2002 | $29.99 | 9 | 3.9L V6; 4.7L V8; 2.5L I4; 5.9L V8 | Base Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door · Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door +8 | details → |
| 2001 | $29.99 | 9 | 3.9L V6; 4.7L V8; 2.5L I4; 5.9L V8 | Base Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door · Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door +6 | details → |
| 2000 | $29.99 | 6 | 3.9L V6; 4.7L V8; 2.5L I4; 5.9L V8 | Base Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door · Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door +6 | details → |
| 1999 | $29.99 | 4 | 3.9L V6; 5.2L V8; 2.5L I4; 5.9L V8 | Base Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door · Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door +4 | details → |
| 1998 | $29.99 | 5 | 3.9L V6; 5.2L V8; 2.5L I4; 5.9L V8 | Base Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door · Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door +4 | details → |
| 1997 | $29.99 | 5 | 3.9L V6; 5.2L V8; 2.5L I4 | Base Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door · Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door +2 | details → |
| 1996 | $29.99 | 2 | 3.9L V6; 5.2L V8; 2.5L I4; 2.5L I4 | Base Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door · Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door +3 | details → |
| 1995 | $29.99 | 1 | 2.5L I4; 3.9L V6; 5.2L V8 | Base Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door · Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door +3 | details → |
| 1994 | $29.99 | 4 | 2.5L I4; 3.9L V6; 5.2L V8 | Base Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door · Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door +3 | details → |
| 1993 | $29.99 | 1 | 2.5L I4; 3.9L V6; 5.2L V8 | Base Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door · Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · S Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door +2 | details → |
| 1992 | $29.99 | 1 | 2.5L I4; 3.9L V6; 5.2L V8 | Base Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door · Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · S Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door +3 | details → |
| 1991 | $29.99 | 1 | 2.5L I4; 3.9L V6; 5.2L V8 | Base Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door · Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · S Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door +5 | details → |
| 1990 | $29.99 | 1 | 2.5L I4; 3.9L V6; 5.2L V8 | Base Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Convertible 2-Door · Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door +7 | details → |
| 1989 | $29.99 | 1 | 2.5L I4; 3.9L V6; 5.2L V8 | Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · LE Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Shelby Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door +1 | details → |
| 1988 | $29.99 | 2 | 3.9L V6; 2.2L I4 | Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · LE Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · SE Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door | details → |
| 1987 | $29.99 | 2 | 3.9L V6; 2.2L I4 | Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · LE Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door · SE Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door | details → |
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2011 Dakota manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 73
- General Information 1,700
- Accessories & Equipment 3,838
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 702
- Body & Frame 1,862
- Maintenance 199
- Brakes 886
- Restraints 1,249
- Drivelines & Axles 179
- Steering 340
- Electrical 748
- Suspension 327
- Engine Mechanical 741
- Transmission 858
- Engine Performance 2,890
- Front 185
04 / Other yearsOther Dakota years
2012 Dodge Dakota · $29.99 select →
Engines: 3.7L V6 — SOHC. Trims: SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2012 Dakota.
05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore Dakota manual | $29.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the Dakota manual
Which Dakota years does this manual cover?
Every year from 1987 to 2012 — 26 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 Dakota manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Dodge published for the Dakota, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include Dakota wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Dakota manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover Dakota recalls?
87 recalls are on federal record across the 1987–2012 Dakota, 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 Dakota years cost more?
Every Dakota 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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