Dakota 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2000)
Remove/Install Injector Connector
6. Disconnect electrical connectors at all 8 fuel injectors. To remove connector refer to the image. Push red colored slider away from injector (1).
While pushing slider, depress tab (2) and remove connector (3) from injector. The factory fuel injection wiring harness is numerically tagged (INJ
1, INJ 2, etc.) for injector position identification. If harness is not tagged, note wiring location before removal.
7. 3.9L (V-6) engine only: Disconnect electrical connector at intake manifold air temperature sensor. Do not remove sensor.
8. Disconnect fuel tube (line) at side of fuel rail. Refer to Quick-Connect Fittings for procedures,
9. Remove remaining fuel rail mounting bolts.
10. Clean dirt(debris from each fuel injector at intake manifold.
11. Gently rock and pull left fuel rail until fuel injectors just start to clear intake manifold. Gently rock and pull right fuel rail until fuel injectors just
start to clear intake manifold. Repeat this procedure (left/right) until all fuel injectors have cleared intake manifold.
12. Remove fuel rail (with injectors attached) from engine.
Fuel Injector Mounting - Typical
