Complete digital official shop manual contains service, maintenance, and troubleshooting information for the Dodge/RAM Dakota 1997-2011. Diagnostic and repair procedures are covered in great detail to repair, maintain, rebuild, refurbish or restore your vehicle like a professional mechanic in local service/repair workshop. This cost-effective quality manual is 100% complete and intact as should be without any missing pages. It is the same factory shop manual used by dealers that guaranteed to be fully functional to save your precious time.

This manual for Dodge/RAM Dakota 1997-2011 is divided into different sections. Each section covers a specific component or system and, in addition to the standard service procedures, includes disassembling, inspecting, and assembling instructions. A table of contents is placed at the beginning of each section. Pages are easily found by category, and each page is expandable for great detail. It is in the cross-platform PDF document format so that it works like a charm on all kinds of devices. You do not need to be skilled with a computer to use the manual.

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Introduction
0 Lubrication & Maintenance
2 Suspension
3 Differential & Driveline
5 Brakes
6 Clutch
7 Cooling
8A Audio/Video
8B Chime/Buzzer
8E Electronic Control Modules
8F Engine Systems
8G Heated Systems
8H Horn
8I Ignition Control
8J Instrument Cluster
8L Lamps
8M Message Systems
8N Power Systems
8O Restraints
8P Speed Control
8Q Vehicle Theft Security
8R Wipers/Washers
8T Navigation/Telecommunication
8W Wiring
9 Engine
11 Exhaust System
13 Frame & Bumpers
14 Fuel System
19 Steering
21 Transmission and Transfer Case
22 Tires/Wheels
23 Body
24 Heating & Air Conditioning
25 Emissions Control
Component and System Index
DTC Index
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COOLING
DESCRIPTION
Engine Cooling System Flow - 3.7L/4.7L
1 - LH CYL. HEAD
2 - BLEED
3 - THERMOSTAT LOCATION
4 - RH CYL. HEAD
5 - RH BANK CYL. BLOCK
6 - LH BANK CYL. BLOCK
7 - COOLANT TEMP. SENSOR
8 - FROM HEATER CORE
9 - TO HEATER CORE
The cooling system regulates engine operating temperature. It allows the engine to reach normal operating temperature as quickly as possible. It also maintains normal operating temperature and prevents overheating.
The cooling system provides a means of heating the passenger compartment and cooling the automatic transmission fluid (if equipped). The cooling system is pressurized and uses a centrifugal water pump to circulate coolant through the system. The coolant recovery/reserve system utilizes an ambient overflow bottle.
² Radiator
² Cooling fan (mechanical/Electrical)
² Thermal viscous fan drive
² Fan shroud
² Radiator pressure cap
² Thermostat
² Coolant reserve/overflow system
² Transmission oil cooler (if equipped with an automatic transmission)
² Coolant
² Water pump
² Hoses and hose clamps
OPERATION
The cooling system regulates engine operating temperature. It allows the engine to reach normal operating temperature as quickly as possible. It also maintains normal operating temperature and prevents overheating.
The cooling system also provides a source of hot water (coolant) for heating the passenger compartment. The cooling system is pressurized and uses a centrifugal water pump to circulate coolant throughout the system.
² When engine is cold the thermostat is closed. The cooling system has no flow through the radiator. The coolant flows through the engine, water pump, and heater.
² When engine is warm the thermostat is full open. The coolant flows through the radiator, heater, and water pump.
All engines utilize an ambient overflow bottle for coolant recovery/reserve.
An optional factory installed maximum duty cooling package is available on most models. This package will provide additional cooling capacity for vehicles used under extreme conditions such as trailer towing in high ambient temperatures.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS (OBD)
COOLING SYSTEM RELATED DIAGNOSTICS
The powertrain control module (PCM) has been programmed to monitor certain cooling system components:
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