2001 dakota, are the sealed bearings on front torqued to 185 ?

2001 Dakota 2WD (same basic setup as the 1500) calls for 185 ft lbs/251 N m. Must use NEW self locking nut.

The torque for the hub bolts is 120 ft. lbs
The torque for the axle nut is 185 ft. lbs.

Here are the specs you're looking for:
• Font axle to hub nut torque 185 ft-lbs
• Front hub bearing bolts 60 ft-lbs
• Caliper housing bolts 125 ft-lbs
• Caliper guide bolts 26 ft-lbs
• front spindle hub nut 97 ft-lbs
• lug nuts 100 ft-lbs.

We don't have that info

Try a local trans repair shop

They usually install a salvage yard unit,
so be careful what you ask for & get

Not too hard to do yourself,once you get it out

Hi there!

According to Haynes Manual, Its says 185 Ft-lbs.

Good luck

Spindle nut. Tighten the nut to 185 ft. lbs. (251 Nm). Inch pounds is not an option, this critical torque spec is FT lbs.

Below is a chart from the Dodge service manual. The correct torque for the front wheel bearing is 163Nm or 120ft lbs

here is a diagram on how to get the front pinion seal out and it does mention how to get the axle loose. please do not forget to rate and comment about your experience with fixya today.

1. Before servicing the vehicle, please familiarize yourself with safety procedures.
   
2. Remove both half shafts.
   
3. Mark propeller shaft and pinion flange for installation reference.
   
4. Remove front propeller shaft.
   
5. Rotate pinion gear three to four times, to verify pinion rotates smoothly.
   
6. Record pinion flange rotating torque with an inch pound torque wrench for installation reference.
   
7. Hold flange with Holder 6719 and four bolts and washers.
   
8. Remove pinion nut.
   
9. Remove flange with Remover C-452.
   
10. Remove pinion seal with a pry tool.
    Removing the companion flange
    Measuring pinion rotating torque
    Pinion seal installer
    Tightening the pinion nut
    

To install:

1. Apply a light coating of gear lubricant on the lip of pinion seal.
   
2. Install seal with Installer C-3972-A and Handle C-4171.
   
3. Install pinion flange onto the pinion with Installer C-3718 and holder.
   
4. Hold pinion flange with Holder 6719A.
   
5. Install new pinion nut and tighten nut until there is zero bearing end-play.
   
   CAUTION Do not exceed the minimum tightening torque when installing the companion flange at this point. Damage to the collapsible spacer or bearings may result.
   
6. Tighten pinion nut to 271 Nm (200 ft. lbs.).
   
   CAUTION Never loosen pinion nut to decrease pinion bearing rotating torque and never exceed specified preload torque. If preload torque or rotating torque is exceeded a new collapsible spacer must be installed.
   
7. Record pinion flange rotating torque, with a torque wrench. Rotating torque should be equal to the reading recorded during removal plus an additional 0.56 Nm (5 inch lbs.).
   
8. If rotating torque is low, tighten pinion nut in 6.8 Nm (5 ft. lbs.) increments until rotating torque is achieved.
   
   CAUTION If maximum tightening torque is reached prior to reaching the required rotating torque, the collapsible spacer may have been damaged. Replace the collapsible spacer.
   
9. Install propeller shaft with reference marks aligned.
   
10. Install half shafts.
    

according to the manual it should just slide off the spindle... the nut that goes on that requires 185 foot pounds of torque in case you didn't have the specs on it.

Robert

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If it is 4X4 you will need to remove your hub assembly. Then If, 2 wheel drive you will need to remove your brake assembly. The dust cover to get access to axle nut. Remove the cotter pin, then the nut. Be careful of the ABS connection on the back of your hub. Replace bearings, races and the seal. Let me know if you need to know how to load your bearings and I’ll go into more detail.