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AP Exhaust 54974 Exhaust Tail Pipe

Brand	AP Exhaust 54974
Material	Aluminized steel
Original Equipment Replacement	Yes
Fits	Dodge · 24 vehicles

OE replacement. Direct-fit exhaust tail pipe for straightforward installation.

Aluminized steel. Helps resist corrosion for longer service life.

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AP Exhaust 54974 Tail Pipe for Dakota

AP Exhaust 54974 is an aluminized steel exhaust tail pipe made as an original equipment replacement for select Dodge Dakota trucks. It is built for 2000-2003 Dodge Dakota 4WD and 4WD Club Cab applications, giving you a direct-fit replacement option for rusted, damaged, or leaking tail pipe sections.

Key Features

Aluminized steel construction for exhaust system durability
Original equipment replacement design
Fits 2000-2003 Dodge Dakota, 4WD
Fits 2000-2003 Dodge Dakota, 4WD Club Cab
AP Exhaust part number 54974

Detailed Description

This AP Exhaust tail pipe is engineered as an OE-style replacement for the factory exhaust routing on Dodge Dakota trucks. The aluminized steel material provides a practical balance of corrosion resistance and service life for everyday driving conditions. If you are replacing a worn tail pipe on a 2000-2003 Dodge Dakota, AP Exhaust 54974 offers the correct application coverage for the listed 4WD configurations.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

Exhaust leaks caused by rusted or perforated tail pipe sections
Noise from a damaged or separated exhaust pipe
Incorrect fitment from non-OE replacement exhaust parts
Corrosion-related failure in the rear exhaust section
Restoration of factory-style exhaust routing on a Dodge Dakota

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify your vehicle configuration before ordering. This part fits 2000-2003 Dodge Dakota, 4WD and 2000-2003 Dodge Dakota, 4WD Club Cab. Compare the existing pipe shape, hanger locations, and connection points to the original exhaust before installation. For best results, inspect adjoining exhaust components for wear or corrosion at the same time.

Quality Assurance

AP Exhaust supplies OE replacement exhaust components, and this tail pipe is built to match the listed application requirements for the 2000-2003 Dodge Dakota platform. Part number 54974 identifies the correct replacement for the specified fitment.

This part fits 24 vehicles

Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

Year	Make	Model	Body Type	Drive Type	Liters	Cylinders	Wheel Base	Position	Notes
2003	Dodge	Dakota	Extended Cab Pickup	4WD	3.9L	V6	131.0"	N/A	(4WD Club Cab)
2003	Dodge	Dakota	Extended Cab Pickup	4WD	4.7L	V8	131.0"	N/A	(4WD Club Cab)
2003	Dodge	Dakota	Extended Cab Pickup	4WD	5.9L	V8	131.0"	N/A	(4WD Club Cab)
2003	Dodge	Dakota	—	4WD	3.9L	V6	111.9"	N/A	(4WD)
2003	Dodge	Dakota	—	4WD	4.7L	V8	111.9"	N/A	(4WD)
2003	Dodge	Dakota	—	4WD	5.9L	V8	111.9"	N/A	(4WD)
2002	Dodge	Dakota	Extended Cab Pickup	4WD	3.9L	V6	131.0"	N/A	(4WD Club Cab)
2002	Dodge	Dakota	Extended Cab Pickup	4WD	4.7L	V8	131.0"	N/A	(4WD Club Cab)
2002	Dodge	Dakota	Extended Cab Pickup	4WD	5.9L	V8	131.0"	N/A	(4WD Club Cab)
2002	Dodge	Dakota	—	4WD	3.9L	V6	111.9"	N/A	(4WD)
2002	Dodge	Dakota	—	4WD	4.7L	V8	111.9"	N/A	(4WD)
2002	Dodge	Dakota	—	4WD	5.9L	V8	111.9"	N/A	(4WD)
2001	Dodge	Dakota	Extended Cab Pickup	4WD	3.9L	V6	131.0"	N/A	(4WD Club Cab)
2001	Dodge	Dakota	Extended Cab Pickup	4WD	4.7L	V8	131.0"	N/A	(4WD Club Cab)
2001	Dodge	Dakota	Extended Cab Pickup	4WD	5.9L	V8	131.0"	N/A	(4WD Club Cab)
2001	Dodge	Dakota	—	4WD	3.9L	V6	111.9"	N/A	(4WD)
2001	Dodge	Dakota	—	4WD	4.7L	V8	111.9"	N/A	(4WD)
2001	Dodge	Dakota	—	4WD	5.9L	V8	111.9"	N/A	(4WD)
2000	Dodge	Dakota	Extended Cab Pickup	4WD	3.9L	V6	131.0"	N/A	(4WD Club Cab)
2000	Dodge	Dakota	Extended Cab Pickup	4WD	4.7L	V8	131.0"	N/A	(4WD Club Cab)
2000	Dodge	Dakota	Extended Cab Pickup	4WD	5.9L	V8	131.0"	N/A	(4WD Club Cab)
2000	Dodge	Dakota	—	4WD	3.9L	V6	111.9"	N/A	(4WD)
2000	Dodge	Dakota	—	4WD	4.7L	V8	111.9"	N/A	(4WD)
2000	Dodge	Dakota	—	4WD	5.9L	V8	111.9"	N/A	(4WD)
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