Dakota 4WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2000)
Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
WARNING: REVIEW THE WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS BEFORE PERFORMING THE FOLLOWING OPERATION.
CAUTION: Before removing the condenser, note the location of each of the radiator and condenser air seals. These seals are used to direct air through
the condenser and radiator. The air seals must be reinstalled in their proper locations in order for the air conditioning and engine cooling systems to
perform as designed.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system. See Refrigerant Recovery in the Service Procedures.
Condenser Line Fittings
3. Disconnect the refrigerant line fitting that secures the discharge line to the condenser inlet. Install plugs in, or tape over all of the opened
refrigerant line fittings.
4. Disconnect the refrigerant line fitting that secures the liquid line to the condenser outlet. Install plugs in, or tape over all of the opened refrigerant
line fittings.
5. Remove the two screws that secure the radiator and fan shroud module to the inside of the upper radiator crossmember.
6. On models equipped with a V-8 engine, remove the radiator from the engine compartment.
