Dakota 4WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2000)
Condenser Remove/Install - Typical
7. Remove the two screws that secure the condenser to the outside of the upper radiator crossmember.
8. Tilt the top of the radiator and fan shroud module towards the engine, using care not to damage the radiator fins on the engine cooling fan,
9. With the radiator and fan shroud module tilted, carefully lift the condenser upwards until the lower condenser mounts are clear of the isolators in
the lower crossmember.
10. Remove the condenser from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. With the radiator and fan shroud module tilted towards the engine, carefully position the lower condenser mounts in the lower crossmember
isolators.
2. Reinstall the two screws that secure the condenser to the outside of the upper radiator cross- member and tighten to 10.7 Nm (95 in. lbs.).
3. On models equipped with a V-8 engine, reinstall the radiator to the engine compartment.
4. Reinstall the two screws that secure the radiator and fan shroud module to the inside of the upper radiator crossmember.
5. Remove the plugs or tape from the refrigerant line fittings on the liquid line and the condenser outlet. Connect the liquid line to the condenser
outlet. Tighten the fitting to 25.99 +/- 3.39 Nm (230 +/- 30 in. lbs.).
6. Remove the plugs or tape from the refrigerant line fittings on the discharge line and the condenser inlet. Connect the discharge line to the
condenser inlet. Tighten the fitting to 25.99 +/- 3.39 Nm (230 +/- 30 in. lbs.)
7. Check that all of the condenser and radiator air seals are in their proper locations.
8. Connect the battery negative cable.
9. Evacuate the refrigerant system. See Refrigerant System Evacuate in the Service Procedures.
10. Charge the refrigerant system. See Refrigerant System Charge in the Service Procedures.
NOTE: If the condenser is replaced, add 30 milliliters (1 fluid ounce) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. Use only refrigerant oil of the
type recommended for the compressor in the vehicle.
