Target Audience:
Families and buyers needing a mid-size SUV with truck-based towing capability
Segment:
Mid-size body-on-frame SUV based on the Dodge Dakota pickup
Seating Capacity:
Up to 7 passengers with optional third-row seat
Key Advantage:
Strong V8 towing capacity and available 4WD in a mid-size package
Engines:
Choice of 4.7L V8 or 5.9L V8
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive or part-time 4WD
Towing:
Heavy-duty towing package with load-leveling rear suspension available
Body Style:
4-door SUV with rear liftgate
Manual Type:
Factory service and repair manual
Coverage Areas:
Complete vehicle systems: engine, driveline, chassis, electrical, body
Page Count:
N/A - not specified for this digital edition
Delivery Method:
Instant download
Engine:
4.7L V8 and 5.9L V8 complete overhaul and repair
Fuel and Emissions:
Fuel injection system, throttle body, evaporative emissions, EGR
Ignition:
Coil-on-plug ignition, distributor-equipped 5.9L, timing procedures
Transmission:
Automatic transmission service, adjustment, and overhaul
Transfer Case:
NV231/NV242 transfer case removal, disassembly, and rebuild
Axles and Differentials:
Front and rear differential service and gear setup
Brakes:
Anti-lock brake system, disc front, drum rear, bleeding and pad replacement
Suspension:
Front coil/ torsion-armed suspension, rear leaf springs, shock replacement
Steering:
Power steering pump, recirculating-ball gear, linkage service
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, charging, starting, lighting, gauges, body control modules
Heating and Air Conditioning:
HVAC components, refrigerant charging, heater core replacement
Restraints:
Airbag system service precautions and supplemental restraint diagnostics
Body and Frame:
Body panels, doors, liftgate, trim, weatherstrips
Wheels and Tires:
Specifications, rotation, alignment procedures
Procedures Included:
Step-by-step repair, removal, installation, and overhaul instructions
Diagnostic Content:
Fault code charts, diagnostic trouble trees, symptom diagnostics
Torque Data:
Full tightening specifications throughout all procedures
Illustrations:
Diagrams, exploded views, and schematics for repair work
Parts Data:
OEM part numbers, specifications, and capacities listed with procedures
Fluid Capacities:
Complete fluid type and capacity charts
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Base Engine:
4.7L Power Tech V8, SOHC, 16 valves
Optional Engine:
5.9L Magnum V8, OHV, 16 valves
Bore and Stroke (4.7L):
3.66 in x 3.40 in (93 mm x 86 mm)
Compression Ratio (4.7L):
Approximately 9.0:1
Fuel System:
Sequential multi-port fuel injection
Horsepower (4.7L):
Approximately 235 hp
Torque (4.7L):
Approximately 295 lb-ft
Horsepower (5.9L):
Approximately 245 hp
Torque (5.9L):
Approximately 335 lb-ft
Fuel Requirement:
Regular unleaded, 87 octane
Standard Transmission:
4-speed automatic (42RE with 5.9L V8)
Optional Transmission:
4-speed automatic with 4WD configurations
Overdrive:
Fourth-gear overdrive for highway cruising
Transfer Case:
Part-time 4WD with shift-on-the-fly on equipped models
Rear Axle:
Solid rear axle, semi-floating
Differential:
Limited-slip rear differential optional
Wheelbase:
Approximately 113.9 in (2893 mm)
Overall Length:
Approximately 193.5 in (4915 mm)
Overall Width:
Approximately 71.5 in
Overall Height:
Approximately 72.9 in
Curb Weight:
Approximately 4,300-4,700 lb depending on configuration
Towing Capacity:
Up to approximately 7,000 lb when properly equipped
NHTSA Ratings:
N/A - published ratings vary by test year; verify with NHTSA records
ABS:
4-wheel anti-lock braking system
Traction Aids:
Available limited-slip rear differential
Brakes:
Power-assisted front disc, rear drum
Lighting:
Daytime running lights on export models
Airbags:
Driver and front passenger airbags
Seatbelts:
Three-point belts at outboard positions
Child Restraint:
Rear seat child-seat tether anchors
Audio System:
AM/FM stereo with cassette; optional CD player and Infinity premium sound
Speakers:
Multi-speaker setup on premium-equipped models
Convenience and Assistance
Driver Assistance:
N/A - no advanced driver-assistance systems on this era of vehicle
Climate Control:
Air conditioning available; rear HVAC on equipped models
Convenience:
Optional cruise control, power windows, power locks, keyless entry
Oil Change:
Every 3,000-6,000 miles depending on driving conditions
Spark Plugs (4.7L):
Approximately every 30,000 miles
Coolant:
Inspect at regular service intervals; replace per schedule
Transmission Fluid:
Service per severe/normal duty schedule in owner literature
Engine Oil:
SAE 5W-30 (4.7L); 10W-30 for 5.9L per factory recommendations
Coolant:
Mopar ethylene glycol antifreeze mix
Transmission Fluid:
Mopar ATF+3/ATF+4 type automatic transmission fluid
Differential Fluid:
GL-5 gear lubricant, 75W-90 or 80W-90
Known Issues / Common Wear Items
Common Wear:
Ball joints, tie rod ends, and front brake pads wear with use
Watch Items:
Oil leaks from valve cover gaskets on high-mileage engines
Watch Items:
Ball joint inspection recommended for 4WD use
Manufacturer:
Dodge, a division of DaimlerChrysler at the time
Model Introduction:
Durango launched in 1998 as a larger companion to the Dakota-based platform
First Generation:
Produced 1998-2003, built on the Dakota pickup chassis
2000 Model Year:
4.7L V8 added as new base engine alongside the 5.9L V8
Next Generation:
Redesigned second generation arrived in 2004
Assembly Location:
Newark Assembly Plant, Newark, Delaware, USA