Dakota 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2000)
Injector Retaining Clips - Typical Injector
13. Remove clip(s) retaining injector(s) to fuel rail.
INSTALLATION
1. Apply a small amount of clean engine oil to each fuel injector O-ring. This will help in fuel rail installation.
2. Install injector(s) and injector clip(s) to fuel rail.
3. Position fuel rail/fuel injector assembly to injector openings on intake manifold.
4. Guide each injector into intake manifold. Be careful not to tear injector O-ring.
5. Push right fuel rail down until fuel injectors have bottomed on injector shoulder. Push left fuel rail down until fuel injectors have bottomed on
injector shoulder.
6. Install fuel rail mounting bolts.
7. Connect electrical connector to intake manifold air temperature sensor.
8. Connect electrical connectors at all fuel injectors. To install connector, refer to the image. Push connector onto injector (1) and then push and lock
red colored slider (2). Verify connector is locked to injector by lightly tugging on connector.
9. Install A/C support bracket (if equipped).
10. Install throttle body to intake manifold.
11. Install fuel tube (line) at side of fuel rail. Refer to Quick-Connect Fittings for procedures.
12. Install air cleaner.
13. Connect battery cable to battery.
14. Start engine and check for leaks.