Dakota 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2000)
Water Pump: Service and Repair
Water Pump
REMOVAL
The water pump can be removed and installed without discharging the air conditioning system (if equipped).
1. Disconnect battery negative cable.
2. Drain cooling system. Refer to Cooling System-Draining and Filling.
3. 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 tongue of constant tension clamps. If replacement is necessary, use only an original equipment
clamp with matching number or letter.
4. Remove upper radiator hose clamp and hose at radiator.
