Dakota Quad Cab 2WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2001)
Thermostat: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
WARNING: DO NOT LOOSEN RADIATOR DRAINCOCK WITH SYSTEM HOT AND PRESSURIZED. SERIOUS BURNS FROM
COOLANT CAN OCCUR.
Do not waste reusable coolant. If solution is clean, drain coolant into a clean container for reuse.
If thermostat is being replaced, be sure that replacement is specified thermostat for vehicle model and engine type.
1. Disconnect negative battery cable at battery.
2. Drain cooling system.
3. Raise vehicle on hoist.
4. Remove splash shield.
5. Remove lower radiator hose clamp and lower radiator hose at thermostat housing.
6. Remove thermostat housing mounting bolts, thermostat housing and thermostat.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean mating areas of timing chain cover and thermostat housing.
2. Install thermostat (spring side down) into recessed machined groove on timing chain cover.
3. Position thermostat housing on timing chain cover.
4. Install two housing-to-timing chain cover bolts. Tighten bolts to 13 Nm (112 inch lbs.) torque.
CAUTION: Housing must be tightened evenly and thermostat must be centered into recessed groove in timing chain cover. If not, it may result in
a cracked housing, damaged timing chain cover threads or coolant leaks.
5. Install lower radiator hose on thermostat housing.
6. Install splash shield.
7. Lower vehicle.
8. Fill cooling system.
9. Connect negative battery cable to battery.
10. Start and warm the engine. Check for leaks.
