| ModelYear: Model Year 1997 |
| Make: Built in U.S. by Chrysler Corporation |
| Manufacturer: Dodge |
| Division: Truck |
| CarLineCode: 5001 - 6000# (2268 - 2721 kg) GVWR & Hyd. Brakes |
| CarLineSeries: Dakota/Dakota Sport |
| BodyType: L Series |
| BodyType: Dakota/Dakota Sport/Dakota "SLT" |
| RestraintSystem: Club Cab |
| EngineCode: 3.9L 6 CYL Gasoline (MPI) (EHC) |
| CheckDigit: Check Digit |
| PlantCode: Dodge City Assembly (Warren, MI) |
| BuildDate: 1997221 |