1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup A/C & Heater Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup

  • 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.9 V6 GAS, CID:239, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:239, Engine VIN:, Desg:X
  • 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 GAS, CID:318, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:318, Engine VIN:, Desg:Y
  • 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS, CID:360, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:360, Engine VIN:, Desg:Z
  • 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 CNG, CID:318, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:318, Engine VIN:, Desg:T

A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 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 RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Heater Core, Replace -> 1996 -> 1997 -> Cherokee & Wrangler -> Dakota -> Front -> Full Size Pickups -> Full Size Vans -> Grand Cherokee -> Minivans -> Rear
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.9 V8 GAS

Cherokee & Wrangler
  • Remove heater/A/C housing as outlined under "Heater Housing, Replace."
  • Lift heater core out of lower half of housing.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
Dakota
1996
  • Remove housing top cover.
  • Remove screws attaching heater core retaining bracket and lift core from housing.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
1997
  • Remove instrument panel and heater/A/C housing as outlined under "Heater Housing, Replace."
  • Remove heater housing cover, then lift heater core out of housing.
  • Reverse pr...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 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 RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Serpentine Drive Belt Routing -> Domestic Light Trucks & Vans -> DaimlerChrysler Corp.
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.9 V6 GAS

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 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 RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 1996-97 -> System Inspection -> Compressor -> Condenser -> Evaporator -> Receiver/Drier -> Refrigerant Line Restrictions -> Thermostatic Expansion Valve
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 CNG

While a detailed diagnostic procedure for all air conditioning systems would be impractical due to the many variations in construction and operation, there are three fundamental components of a total diagnosis:

  • Refrigerant systems must have an adequate, but not excessive charge.
  • Determination must be made whether the refrigerant system is governed by a cycling clutch compressor or by valves which control evaporator pressure.
  • The air distribution system (blower motor, switches, vacuum lines and air ducts) must be operational before checking the ...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 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 RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Air Bag System Precautions -> DaimlerChrysler -> Arming -> 1990-97 -> 1994-96 Cherokee -> 1998-2004 -> Except 1994-96 Cherokee -> Light Truck & Vans -> Passenger Cars
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 5.2 V8 CNG

Passenger Cars

1990-97
  • Ensure no one is inside vehicle and ignition switch is in Lock position.
  • Connect battery ground cable.
  • Turn ignition switch to On position from passenger side of vehicle.
  • The SRS warning lamp should light for six to eight seconds, then remain off for at least 45 seconds to indicate if SRS is functioning properly.
1998-2004
  • Ensure no one is inside vehicle and ignition switch is in Lock position.
  • Connect battery ground or remote cable or terminal.
  • Turn ignition On from a safe position be...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 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 RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Thermostat, Replace -> 2.4L Engine -> 2.5L Engine -> 3.0L Engine -> 3.3L & 3.8L Engines -> 3.9L & 5.2L Engines -> 4.0L Engine -> 5.2L Engine -> 5.9L Diesel Engine -> 8.0L Engine -> Cherokee & Wrangler -> Dakota -> Except 8.0L Engine -> Full Size Pickups & Vans -> Grand Cherokee -> Minivans
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.9 V6 GAS

Cherokee & Wrangler
  • Drain coolant from radiator until level is below thermostat housing.
  • Remove upper radiator hose, then heater hose at thermostat housing and engine coolant sensor wire.
  • Remove thermostat housing bolts and gasket, then the thermostat.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Ensure pellet encircled by coil spring faces engine.
    • Ensure thermostat is in recess groove and position thermostat in groove with arrow and air bleed hole on outer flange pointing up.
    • Install new gasket and torque thermosta...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 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 RAM 1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 1996-97 -> Pressure Gauge Indication
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 Pickup 3.9 V6 GAS

Due to the different types of models and systems, the following typical pressure gauge indications should be used as a guide only, Fig. Refer to the "Performance Tests" or "System Pressure Check" for the particular model being tested....

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