Dakota R/T 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (1999)
Engine Block Heater: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.
2. Drain coolant from radiator and cylinder block. Refer to Cooling System.
Block Heater Removal/Installation
3. Remove power cord from block heater.
4. Loosen screw at center of block heater. Remove heater assembly.
INSTALLATION
1. Thoroughly clean cylinder block core hole and block heater seat.
2. Insert block heater assembly with element loop pointing down.
3. With block heater fully seated, tighten center screw to 2 Nm (17 inch lbs.) torque.
4. Fill cooling system with recommended coolant. Refer to Cooling System.
5. Start and warm the engine. Check for leaks.
