Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM1999DAKOTA SLT, 2D PICKUP, 3.9 X, 4WD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCESPECIFICATIONSENGINE CONTROLS - SERVICE & ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONSQUICK-SERVICESERVICE INTERVALS & SPECIFICATIONSDRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT
1999 Dodge and Ram Dakota SLT, 2D Pickup, 3.9 X, 4WD, Standard
Drive Belt Adjustment
1999 Dodge and Ram Dakota SLT, 2D Pickup, 3.9 X, 4WD, StandardSECTION Drive Belt Adjustment
BELT ADJUSTMENT (TENSION IN LBS. (KG) USING BELT TENSION GAUGE)
| Application | New Belt | (1)Used Belt | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caravan | ||||||||
| 2.4L | ||||||||
| A/C & Generator | 190 (86) | 115 (52) | ||||||
| Power Steering | 140 (64) | 90 (41) | ||||||
| 3.0L | ||||||||
| A/C | 150 (68) | 80 (36) | ||||||
| Generator & Power Steering | (2) | (2) | ||||||
| 3.3L & 3.8L | (2) | (2) | ||||||
| Dakota | ||||||||
| 2.5L | 200 (91) | 160 (73) | ||||||
| 3.9L, 5.2L & 5.9L | (2) | (2) | ||||||
| Durango | ||||||||
| 3.9L, 5.2L & 5.9L | (2) | (2) | ||||||
| Ram Pickup, Ram Van & Ram Wagon | (2) | (2) | ||||||
| Town & Country | ||||||||
| 3.3L & 3.8L | (2) | (2) | ||||||
| Voyager | ||||||||
| 2.4L | ||||||||
| A/C & Generator | 190 (86) | 115 (52) | ||||||
| Power Steering | 140 (64) | 90 (41) | ||||||
| 3.0L | ||||||||
| A/C | 150 (68) | 80 (36) | ||||||
| Generator & Power Steering | (2) | (2) | ||||||
| 3.3L | (2) | (2) | ||||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.