Dakota 2WD V8-4.7L Flex Fuel (2009)
17. Remove the three screws (1) that secure the floor distribution duct (2) to the bottom of the HVAC housing (3) and remove the duct.
NOTE: If any of the foam seals are deformed or damaged, the seal(s) must be replaced.
18. Remove the three foam seals (1 , 2 and 3) from the HVAC housing (4).
19. Remove the two metal clips (5) eleven screws (6) that secure the upper and lower HVAC housing halves together and separate the housing halves.
NOTE: If the foam seal around the heater core is deformed or damaged, the seal must be replaced.
20. Carefully lift the heater core (1) out of the lower half of the HVAC housing (2).
NOTE: If the rubber flange around the heater core tubes is deformed or damaged, the flange must be replaced.
21. If required, remove the rubber flange (3) from around the heater core tubes (4).
