Dakota 2WD L4-2.5L VIN P (2001)
Thermostat Housing: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
WITHOUT AIR CONDITIONING
1. Partially drain cooling system.Do not waste reusable coolant. If solution is clean, drain coolant into a clean container for reuse.
WARNING: CONSTANT TENSION HOSE CLAMPS ARE USED ON MOST COOLING SYSTEM HOSES. WHEN REMOVING OR
INSTALLING, USE ONLY TOOLS DESIGNED FOR SERVICING THIS TYPE OF CLAMP, SUCH AS SPECIAL CLAMP TOOL
(NUMBER 6094). SNAP-ON CLAMP TOOL (NUMBER HPC-20) MAY BE USED FOR LARGER CLAMPS. ALWAYS WEAR
SAFETY GLASSES WHEN SERVICING CONSTANT TENSION CLAMPS.
CAUTION: A number or letter is stamped into the torque of constant tension clamps. If replacement is necessary, use only an original equipment
clamp with matching number or letter.
2. Loosen both bypass hose clamps and position to center of hose. Remove hose from vehicle.
WITH AIR CONDITIONING
