The single overhead cam 2.0 sohc usually bends valves. The 2.0 dohc, dual overhead cam, is usually ok.
All 1998 Dodge Dakota's have a timing chain and not a belt.
Valves
Timing chain.
Belt.
get the pullys lined up at the timing marks
No
you will need to have your computer reprogramed to adjust timing,fuel mixture etc
The 1996 has 12 valves, they did not start putting the 24 valves in the pickup until 1998.5. Hope this helps.
Yes. If the timing is off, the pistons will damage the valves
Chain
I need to set the timing belt in my car for a Dodge Stratus 1998, that has a 2.5 motor V6.I do have the timing belt already on the car, but it not on the right setting. Please someone help me with this question about setting the timing belt.
There is no advance for a 1998 Dodge 5.2. You just set the distributor at the mark on TDC and the computer takes care of the rest. It is set to 0 degrees with a scan tool. It can not be done with a timing light.