Durango 2WD V8-5.7L (2008)
Heater Core: Service and Repair
Front Heater Core - Removal
REMOVAL
WARNING: Disable the airbag system before attempting any steering wheel, steering column, or instrument panel component diagnosis or
service. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable, then wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before
performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to take the proper precautions could
result in accidental airbag deployment and possible personal injury or death.
WARNING: The heater core tubes are not serviced separately from the heater core. The heater core tubes should not be repositioned, loosened
or removed from the heater core. Failure to follow this warning could result in a coolant leak and possible personal injury or death.
1. Remove the front HVAC housing (1) and place it on a workbench .
2. Disconnect the HVAC wire harness (2) from the recirculation door actuator (3).
3. Remove the screws (4) that secure the air inlet housing (5) to the HVAC housing.
4. Remove the air inlet housing from the HVAC housing.
5. Carefully remove the foam seal (1) from the flange on the HVAC housing (2). If the seal is deformed or damaged, it must be replaced.
6. Remove the screw (3) that secures the heater core tube retaining bracket (4) to the top of the HVAC housing.
7. Remove the heater core tube retaining bracket from the HVAC housing.
