4.7 Exhaust Manifold Bolts

External Since: Jun 09, 2005 Posts: 17

I have a 2003 Dak, 62000 miles, a couple of months ago I had an exhaust
leak, found a couple of broken bolts in the left manifold and the gasket
had blown out. Dealer replaced manifold, bolts, and gasket under the
extended 70/7 year, so no problem. Now after about 2000 miles the right
side has done the same thing.
Is this a common problem, or is there something else I should be looking
for, before the 70/7, runs out?

TIA,
Tom

Joined: Feb 10, 2009 Posts: 1

Just took my 2000 Dakota 4.7 in. Has the same problem with several broken off manifold bolts. Mechanic said he hasn't run across this before.

- Mike