Dakota 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2000)
7. Remove thermostat housing mounting bolts, thermostat housing, gasket and thermostat. Discard old gasket.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean mating areas of intake manifold and thermostat housing.
2. Install thermostat (spring side down) into recessed machined groove on intake manifold.
3. Install gasket on intake manifold and over thermostat.
4. Position thermostat housing to intake manifold. Note the word FRONT stamped on housing. For adequate clearance, this must be placed towards
front of vehicle. The housing is slightly angled forward after installation to intake manifold.
5. Install two housing-to-intake manifold bolts. Tighten bolts to 23 Nm (200 inch lbs.) torque.
6. Install upper radiator hose to thermostat housing.
7. Air Conditioned vehicles:
