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Where is the idle air control valve on a 1996 Dodge Dakota 3.9L v6?

The Idle Air Control (IAC) valve on a 1996 Dodge Dakota 3.9L V6 is located on the throttle body. It's a small, usually black, cylindrical component mounted directly to the throttle body itself. You'll likely find it on the side of the throttle body, facing the engine.

Because it's quite small, it can be tricky to spot. It's helpful to look at pictures of the 3.9L V6 throttle body online (search for "1996 Dodge Dakota 3.9L throttle body" on Google Images) to get a visual reference before attempting to locate it. The IAC valve will typically have electrical wiring connected to it.