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1998 Dodge Durango CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Dodge REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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- A/C & Heater Service
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- Starter & Alternator Replacement
- Maintenance Lamp Reset
- Radiator & Hose Replacement
- Serpentine Belt Service
A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Dodge Durango AUTOMOBILES
Computer Relearn Procedures -> DaimlerChrysler -> 1999-2002 Dakota, Durango, Ram Pick-Up & Ram Van -> 1999-2004 -> Controller Anti-Lock Brakes (CAB) -> Engine Performance -> Except 1999-2002 -> Light Truck & Vans -> Pinion Factor Procedure -> Powertrain Control Module (PCM) -> Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) -> Shift Quality -> Theft Alarm -> Transaxle Quick Learn Procedure
Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Durango 5.9 V8 GAS
Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Except 1999-2002
If battery cable has been disconnected, the PCM must relearn a new operating strategy. Connect battery cable and run engine until operating temperature is reached. After engine warm-up, drive vehicle under various operating conditions until PCM has relearned new strategy.
1999-2004
Anytime the PCM is replaced the VIN and vehicle mileage must be programmed into the new PCM. If the PCM is not programmed, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) will set. To program the PCM, connect a DRB or suitably programmed ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Dodge Durango AUTOMOBILES
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Except Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Durango 3.9 V6 GAS
Master Cylinder
Except Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager
- With engine stopped, pump brake pedal four or five times to deplete vacuum in power booster.
- Disconnect brake lines at master cylinder.
- Remove ground wire from combination valve bracket.
- Remove master cylinder retaining nuts, Fig. .
- Slide combination valve bracket off cylinder mounting studs. Loosen or disconnect brake lines at rear anti-lock valve and combination valve, if required.
- Remove master cylinder.
- Reverse procedure to install. Tighten master cylinder mounting nuts and fluid line nuts as specified in Fig. .
Caravan, ...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Dodge Durango AUTOMOBILES
DaimlerChrysler Corp./Jeep Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> Dakota & Durango -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Durango 5.9 V8 GAS
Normal Service
Replace as ...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Dodge Durango AUTOMOBILES
DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Durango 3.9 V6 GAS
Front
- With vehicle in neutral, position vehicle on hoist.
- Remove skid plate, if equipped.
- Mark a reference line across propeller shaft flange and pinion flange.
- Remove exhaust crossover bolts from exhaust manifolds and lower crossover.
- Remove boot clamp from CV joint.
- Remove pinion flange bolts.
- Slide propeller shaft off transfer case and remove shaft.
- Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
- Align reference marks.
- Replace old pinion flange bolts with new bolts and coat with Loctite 242 threadlocker.
- Torque pinion flange bolts to 65 ft. lbs.
Rear
- With vehicle in neutral, posit...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Dodge Durango AUTOMOBILES
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Durango 5.9 V8 GAS
- Remove battery ground cable.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove front axle skid plate and skid plate crossmember.
- Remove nut and lock washer from starter mounting stud.
- Remove screw from upper starter mounting flange hole, then slide transmission cooler tube bracket forward for clearance.
- Move starter towards front of vehicle until gear housin...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Dodge Durango AUTOMOBILES
Chrysler LLC Trucks -> EGR System Malfunction Indicator Lamp -> 1993-94 w/California Emissions & 1995-2001
Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Durango 3.9 V6 GAS
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) performs an On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) inspection of the EGR system on all California Vehicles. The diagnostic system uses the electronic EGR Transducer (EET) for the system tests.
The OBD inspection activates only during selected engine/driving conditions. When the conditions are met, the PCM energizes the EET solenoid to disable the EGR. The PCM inspects for a change in the oxygen sensor signal. If the air/fuel mixture goes lean, the PCM will attempt t...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Dodge Durango AUTOMOBILES
Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Durango 5.9 V8 GAS
Inlet
- Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
- Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at thermostat housing.
- Remove hose from thermostat housing.
- Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
- Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
- Remove hose from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure to install.
Outlet
- Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
- Reposition heater hose outlet clamp at heater core.
- Disconnect heater outlet hose from heate...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Dodge Durango AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Durango 3.9 V6 GAS
Removal
The automatic tensioner is equipped with an indexing arrow on the back of tensioner housing. If a new belt is being installed, arrow must be within approximately 1/8 inch of indexing mark. If an old belt is being used, it must not pass the indexing point.
- Attach a suitable wrench to automatic tensioner pulley mounting bolt.
- Rotate tensioner assembly clockwise until tension has been relieved.
- Remove belt from idler puller...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 Dodge Durango AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 1998 Dodge Durango cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Liftgate Diagram for 1998 Dodge Durango 5.9 V8 GAS Components on diagram: |
RH Side Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1998 Dodge Durango 5.2 V8 GAS Components on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 Dodge Durango AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1998 Dodge Durango cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
1998 Dodge Durango 5.2 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
1998 Dodge Durango 5.9 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1998 Dodge Durango AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 1998 Dodge Durango cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHOR INSTALLATION - REV Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Durango 3.9 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE - REVISED Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Durango 3.9 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1998 Dodge Durango AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1998 Dodge Durango cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1998 Dodge Durango cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1998 Dodge Durango cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1998 Dodge Durango cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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