2007-12-09 03:01:24 · 6 answers · asked by Tonya J 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Dodge
Thermostats are usually located on the rad top hoses engine side.
2007-12-09 03:19:42 · answer #1 · answered by Julie 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Removal
Notes
WARNING: Do not loosen the radiator draincock with the system hot and pressurized. Serious burns from the coolant can occur .
Do not waste reusable coolant. If the solution is clean, drain the coolant into a clean container for reuse.
If the thermostat is being replaced, be sure that the replacement is the specified thermostat for the vehicle model and engine type.
Factory installed thermostat housings on 3.9L V-6 or 5.2/5.9L V-8 engines are installed on a gasket with an anti-stick coating. This will aid in gasket removal and cleanup.
1. Disconnect negative battery cable at battery.
2. Drain cooling system until coolant level is below thermostat. If not equipped with air conditioning, proceed to step number 4.
3. If equipped with air conditioning:
Support Bracket-Generator Mounting Bracket-To-Intake Manifold-Typical
(a) Remove the support bracket (rod) located near the rear of generator.
(b) The drive belt must be removed.
(c) The generator must be partially removed.
Remove the two generator mounting bolts. Do not remove any wiring at generator. If equipped with 4WD, unplug the 4WD indicator lamp wiring harness (located near rear of generator).
(d) Remove generator. Position generator to gain access for thermostat gasket removal.
WARNING: Constant tension hose clamps are used on most cooling system hoses. When removing or installing use only tools designed for servicing this type of clamp, such as special clamp tool (NUMBER 6094). Snap-on clamp tool (NUMBER HPC-20) may be used for larger clamps. Always wear safety glasses when servicing constant tension clamps .
CAUTION: A number or letter is stamped into the tongue of constant tension clamps. If replacement is necessary, use only an original equipment clamp with a matching number or letter.
4. Remove upper radiator hose clamp. Remove upper radiator hose at thermostat housing.
5. Position the wiring harness (behind the thermostat housing) to gain access to thermostat housing.
6. Remove thermostat housing mounting bolts, thermostat housing, gasket and thermostat. Discard old gasket.
2007-12-09 11:32:34 · answer #2 · answered by polkan47 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Locate your radiator. You'll find a hose on top near the radiator cap. Follow that hose to your engine and where that hose ends at on your engine is inside where the thermostat is located at.
2007-12-09 11:25:52 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Just follow the upper radiator hose to the top of the engine. The thermostate is inside the pipe the hose is fastened on.
2007-12-11 18:56:59 · answer #4 · answered by Jackolantern 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
simply put its at the front of the intake manifold with the top radiator hose attached to it,if you,ll drain some of he coolant out of it,before you try to remove it,this will save it from all gushing out on you,and make it easier to do,it takes about 25 minutes to change this part,be sure and clean all the old gasket off,before installing the new part,this is an easy job to do,remember to re-fill the coolant once your done and start it and check for leaks,if you don't have any your done,pretty simple,good luck with it.
2007-12-09 14:27:13 · answer #5 · answered by dodge man 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
IN FRONT ON THE INTAKE WITH THE TOP RADIATOR HOSE ATTACHED TO IT.
2007-12-09 11:36:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋