2007 Dodge Dakota Wheel Interchange

2007 Dodge Dakota Wheel Fitment Guide | wheelinterchange.com

Known OEM Fitment For 2007 Dodge Dakota

The values below reflect known factory specifications for the 2007 Dodge Dakota. If a spec is not listed, it may vary by trim or package. Always confirm on your vehicle’s door placard, owner’s manual, or with an OEM catalog and verify with the on-page calculator.

Notes:

• 5x139.7 mm is equivalent to 5x5.5 inch bolt pattern.
• Lug seat type can vary by wheel brand. Inspect your wheels and use the correct seat style specified by the wheel manufacturer.
• If your trim or special package differs, confirm specs against OEM documentation and use the calculator to compare changes.

How To Use The Wheel Interchange Calculator

The calculator lets you compare Wheels from a donor vehicle to what will be Installed on your vehicle. You can also test Custom wheel size and Custom tire size to see how width, offset, and diameter changes affect inner and outer clearance, poke, scrub radius, and speedometer error.

• Select Installed on as 2007 Dodge Dakota.
• Optionally choose a donor vehicle or enter a Custom wheel size with rim diameter, rim width, and offset.
• Enter a Custom tire size if changing section width or aspect ratio. When you change rim diameter, the calculator updates total tire diameter so you can track clearance and speedometer impact.
• Review inner clearance to suspension and outer poke relative to the fender. Aim to avoid contact at full steering lock and full suspension compression.
• Use the speedometer section to keep overall tire diameter close to stock. Many owners target minimal change for ABS, gearing, and ride quality.

Tip: Backspacing and offset are related. Backspacing (in) equals half rim width (in) plus offset (mm) divided by 25.4, plus about 0.5 in to account for the rim lip. Use the calculator to avoid manual math.

Fitment Checklist Before You Buy

• Bolt pattern: Wheel must be 5x139.7 mm (5x5.5 in). Adapters change geometry and add variables. If you consider adapters, factor their thickness into offset.
• Center bore: Hub is 77.8 mm. If an aftermarket wheel has a larger bore, use hub centric rings sized to 77.8 mm. Do not force a smaller bore over the hub.
• Offset and width: Use the calculator to confirm inner clearance to strut, control arms, and sway bar, and outer poke relative to fenders and mud flaps.
• Brake clearance: Spoke design and barrel shape affect caliper clearance. Test fit a front wheel and spin the hub by hand to verify no contact.
• Tires: If upsizing section width or changing aspect ratio, confirm fender and liner clearance at full lock and over bumps. Check spare tire well if you keep a full-size spare.
• Load rating: Choose wheels and tires that meet or exceed the Dakota’s GAWR and intended payload or towing needs. Check manufacturer ratings.
• Lug hardware: Thread size is M14x1.5. Seat type must match the wheel design. Do not mix seat styles.
• TPMS: If equipped, transfer or program sensors compatible with your Dakota. Some aftermarket wheels need TPMS-compatible valve stems.
• Speedometer: Keep total tire diameter close to stock if you want minimal speedometer and ABS impact. Use the calculator’s delta readout.
• Verify against OEM sources: If any spec is unknown for your trim, confirm with the door placard, owner’s manual, or dealership parts catalog.

Plus Sizing And Common Upgrades

Plus sizing means increasing wheel diameter while adjusting tire aspect ratio so the overall tire diameter stays close to stock. This helps maintain speedometer accuracy, ABS performance, and gearing feel.

• When you go to a larger diameter wheel, reduce tire aspect ratio so the overall height stays similar. Enter sizes in the calculator and watch the total diameter and speedometer sections.
• Wider wheels typically need lower offset to keep inner clearance similar, but pushing too far outward can cause fender rub. Verify both inner and outer changes with the calculator.
• Check brake and knuckle clearance. Spoke shape and barrel profile can matter more than diameter alone.
• If you add off-road tires, actual section width and diameter can run larger than spec. Use manufacturer measured dimensions and verify on the calculator.

Because trim and package differences may exist, do not assume another owner’s size will work on your truck without checking clearances on your vehicle.

Installation Tips

• Safety first: Park on level ground, engage parking brake, and use quality jack stands under frame or factory jacking points. Consult the owner’s manual for jacking locations.
• Prep: Clean hub faces with a wire brush. Remove rust and debris so wheels seat flat. Lightly clean the wheel mounting pad. Do not apply grease to studs.
• Hub centering: If using hub centric rings, ensure they seat fully on the 77.8 mm hub and in the wheel bore.
• Lug nuts: Verify M14x1.5 thread and correct seat type for your wheels. Hand start all lugs to avoid cross-threading.
• Tightening: Snug lugs in a star pattern, lower vehicle, then torque in a star pattern to the factory spec in the owner’s manual. Re-torque after 50 to 100 miles.
• TPMS: Install or transfer sensors and perform the vehicle relearn procedure if required.
• Final checks: Turn steering lock to lock and drive over a small bump at low speed to check for any rubbing or contact noises.

Tools And Helpful Supplies

• 1/2 inch drive torque wrench: Shop options
• M14x1.5 lug nuts, correct seat style for your wheels: Shop options
• Tire pressure gauge and inflator: Shop options
• Hub centric rings to 77.8 mm hub (size depends on your wheel bore): Shop options

FAQs

• What is the 2007 Dodge Dakota bolt pattern?

  5x139.7 mm, which is the same as 5x5.5 inches.

• What are the factory wheel specs for a 2007 Dakota?

  Known OEM values include 16x7 wheel, 25 mm offset, about 4.48 in backspacing, 5x139.7 bolt pattern, 77.8 mm center bore, M14x1.5 threads, and a typical tire of 245/70R16. If your trim differs, verify with your door placard and the on-page calculator.

• Will 17 inch or 18 inch wheels fit?

  Possibly, but it depends on wheel width, offset, and brake clearance, plus the tire size you choose. Use the calculator to keep total tire diameter close to stock and to check inner and outer clearances. Test fit before finalizing.

• Do I need hub centric rings?

  If your aftermarket wheel bore is larger than 77.8 mm, use rings that reduce the wheel bore to 77.8 mm. If the wheel bore is exactly 77.8 mm, rings are not needed. Never try to fit a smaller bore over the hub.

• Which lug nuts should I use?

  Thread size is M14x1.5. The seat type must match the wheel’s design, such as conical or mag seat. Check the wheel manufacturer’s specification and torque to the value in your owner’s manual.

• Will wheels from another truck fit my 2007 Dakota?

  Only if all key specs match. Some trucks share the 5x139.7 pattern, but offset, center bore, load rating, and brake clearance can differ. Use the calculator’s donor vehicle comparison and verify dimensions and clearances on your truck.

• What tire size should I run to keep the speedometer accurate?

  The factory tire is 245/70R16. If you change wheel diameter or tire width/aspect ratio, use the calculator to compare total tire diameter to stock and choose a size with minimal difference. Check your trim’s placard if unsure.

• How do I check clearance for a wider wheel?

  Enter the new width and offset in the calculator to see inner clearance change and outer poke change. Then test fit a front wheel, turn lock to lock, and compress the suspension to confirm no rubbing on the liner, fender, or brake components.