1996 Dodge B3500 VAN A/C & Heater Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN

  • 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN 5.2 V8 GAS, CID:318, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:318, Engine VIN:, Desg:Y
  • 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN 5.9 V8 GAS, CID:360, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:360, Engine VIN:, Desg:Z
  • 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN 5.2 V8 CNG, CID:318, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:318, Engine VIN:, Desg:T
  • 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN Sportsman 5.2 V8 GAS, CID:318, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:318, Engine VIN:, Desg:Y
  • 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN Sportsman 5.9 V8 GAS, CID:360, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:360, Engine VIN:, Desg:Z
  • 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN Sportsman 5.2 V8 CNG, CID:318, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:318, Engine VIN:, Desg:T

A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Receiver/Drier, Replace -> 1996 -> 2.5L Engine -> 4.0L Engine -> Cherokee -> Full Size Vans -> Minivans
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN Sportsman 5.9 V8 GAS

Whenever the system has been open for any amount of time as in the case of a collision, the receiver/drier must be replaced because the dehydrator element will be saturated with moisture. A new unit is required to remove excess moisture from the rest of the system.

Cherokee
1996
2.5L Engine

The condenser is removed with the receiver/drier as an assembly.

  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under , then drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove fan shroud and radiator hoses, then disconnect transmission cooler...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 1996-97 -> Oil Charge -> Achieva, Grand Am & Skylark -> Aerostar, Explorer, Ranger & Windstar -> Aspire & Probe -> Avenger & Sebring Coupe -> Beretta, Corsica, Aurora & Riviera -> Bonneville, Eighty-Eight, LeSabre, Ninety-Eight, LSS, Park Avenue & Regency -> Breeze, Cirrus, Sebring Convertible & Stratus -> Camaro & Firebird -> Caprice, Impala SS & Roadmaster -> Catera -> Cavalier & Sunfire -> Cherokee, Dakota, Full Size Pickups, Grand Cherokee & Wrangler -> Colt & Summit -> Colt Vista & Summit Wagon -> Concorde, Intrepid, LHS, New Yorker & Vision -> Corvette -> Cutlass Ciera, Cutlass Cruiser, Century, Cutlass Supreme, Lumina, Monte Carlo, Grand Prix, & Regal -> DaimlerChrysler Corp. -> DeVille, Eldorado & Seville -> Econoline -> Escort & Tracer w/1.8L Engine -> Except Aspire, Probe, Escort & Tracer w/1.8L Engine -> Except Tracker -> F-Series, Bronco & Villager -> Fleetwood -> Ford Motor Company -> Full Size Vans -> General Motors Corp. -> Geo Tracker -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Malibu -> Metro & Prizm -> Minivans -> Neon -> Passenger Cars -> Saturn -> Stealth -> Talon
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN 5.2 V8 CNG

DaimlerChrysler Corp.
Passenger Cars

Before installing replacement compressor, drain oil from replacement and failed compressors (drain oil from suction port). Add same amount of oil to replacement compressor as drained from failed compressor.

Remove defective components. Add the proper amount of oil to each replacement component. Most recovery/recycling equipment will measure the amount of oil being removed. This is the amount of oil to be added back to the system, follow manufactures instructions provided with the recovery/recycling station.

Concorde, Int...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Electrical Symbol Identification -> Domestic Vehicles
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN 5.9 V8 GAS

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 1996-97 -> Leak Test -> Electronic Leak Detectors -> Fluid Leak Detectors
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN Sportsman 5.2 V8 CNG

Testing the refrigerant system for leaks is one of the most important phases of troubleshooting. One or more of the methods outlined will prove useful in detecting leaks or checking connections if service work is performed. Before beginning any leak test, attach a manifold gauge set and note pressure. If little or no pressure is indicated, a partial charge must be installed. Check all connections, compressor head gasket, oil filler plug and compressor shaft seal for leaks.

For R-134a system an electronic type leak detector is recommended.

Electronic Leak Detectors
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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Solar Sensor, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN 5.2 V8 CNG

  • Remove defrost grille from top of instrument panel, the...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Electrical Symbol Identification -> Domestic Vehicles
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge B3500 VAN Sportsman 5.2 V8 CNG

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