Segment:
Compact/Mid-size Pickup Truck
Competitors:
Ford Ranger, Chevrolet S-10/Sonoma, Toyota Tacoma
Design:
Bold styling, available in regular and club cab configurations, choice of rear-wheel drive (RWD) or four-wheel drive (4WD)
Powertrain Options:
V6 engine options offered robust performance for its class
Powertrain:
Engine mechanical (all variants), fuel system, ignition system, exhaust system, transmission (automatic and manual), drivetrain components
Chassis:
Suspension (front and rear), steering system, brake system (front disc, rear drum/disc), wheels and tires
Body And Interior:
Body panels, doors, windows, seats, interior trim, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)
Electrical And Electronics:
Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting, instrument cluster, power accessories, audio system, onboard diagnostics (OBD-II)
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid level checks, filter replacements, lubrication
Repair:
Component removal and installation, system diagnostics, troubleshooting, component overhaul
Diagnostics:
Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), testing procedures, wiring diagrams, component specifications
Depth:
Comprehensive, from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including electrical schematics and diagnostic procedures
Engine Option 1:
2.5L (150 cu in) AMC "Renix" Inline-4
Engine Option 1 Hp:
120 hp @ 4800 rpm
Engine Option 1 Torque:
155 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm
Engine Option 2:
3.9L (238 cu in) Magnum V6
Engine Option 2 Hp:
175 hp @ 4800 rpm
Engine Option 2 Torque:
230 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm
Engine Option 3:
5.2L (318 cu in) Magnum V8
Engine Option 3 Hp:
230 hp @ 4600 rpm
Engine Option 3 Torque:
295 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-port Fuel Injection (MPI)
Block Material:
Cast Iron
Cylinder Head Material:
Aluminum (V6/V8), Cast Iron (I4)
Oil Change Interval:
3,000 - 5,000 miles (or as per owner's manual based on driving conditions)
Tire Rotation:
Every 5,000 - 7,500 miles
Spark Plug Replacement:
100,000 miles (platinum or iridium recommended)
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 5W-30 (API Certified)
Engine Oil Capacity:
5.0 quarts (V6), 5.0 quarts (V8) with filter change
Coolant Type:
Chrysler OAT (Orange) or HOAT (Gold) Antifreeze/Coolant
Transmission Fluid Type Auto:
ATF+4 (Mopar)
Transmission Fluid Type Manual:
Mopar Manual Transmission Lubricant (or equivalent)
Common Problem 1:
Cracked exhaust manifolds (especially V8 engines)
Common Problem 2:
Front suspension wear (ball joints, tie rod ends)
Common Problem 3:
Transmission cooler line leaks or failures
Common Problem 4:
Interior electronic component failures (e.g., power window regulators, HVAC blower motors)
Parent Company:
Chrysler Corporation, later DaimlerChrysler
Generation:
Second Generation (AN) 1998-2004
Redesign Notes:
Significant redesign from the first generation, adopting a more aggressive, contemporary styling and offering a V8 engine option.
Assembly Locations:
Belvidere, Illinois, USA; Toluca, Mexico