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

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We have info for following modifications of 1996 Dodge Stratus

  • 1996 Dodge Stratus 2.4 L4 GAS, CC:2429, CID:148, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:148, Engine VIN:, Desg:X
  • 1996 Dodge Stratus 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1996, CID:122, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:122, Engine VIN:, Desg:C
  • 1996 Dodge Stratus ES 2.4 L4 GAS, CC:2429, CID:148, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:148, Engine VIN:, Desg:X
  • 1996 Dodge Stratus ES 2.5 V6 GAS, CC:2497, CID:152, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:152, Engine VIN:, Desg:H
  • 1996 Dodge Stratus ES 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1996, CID:122, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:122, Engine VIN:, Desg:C

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

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Breeze, Cirrus, Concorde, Intrepid, LHS, Neon, New Yorker, Sebring Convertible, Stratus & Vision -> Evaporator Core, Replace -> Breeze, Cirrus, Sebring Convertible & Stratus -> Concorde, Intrepid, LHS, New Yorker & Vision -> Neon
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Stratus ES 2.0 L4 GAS

Breeze, Cirrus, Sebring Convertible & Stratus
  • Remove heater/A/C housing as described under "Heater/A/C Housing, Replace."
  • Remove recirculation door inlet cover, then the evaporator probe as described under "Evaporator Probe, Replace."
  • Remove clips securing evaporator housing to heater/distribution housing, then separate housings, Fig. , and remove evaporator tube inlet seal.
  • Remove evaporator housing upper cover, then lift evaporator core out of housing and remove styrofoam seal, Fig. .
  • Transfer evaporator sensor from old evaporator core to...

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

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Breeze, Cirrus, Concorde, Intrepid, LHS, Neon, New Yorker, Sebring Convertible, Stratus & Vision -> High Pressure Relief Valve, Replace -> Neon
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Stratus 2.0 L4 GAS

Neon

The high pressure relief valve, Fig. , is located in the compressor manifold.

  • Recover refrigeran...

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

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Breeze, Cirrus, Concorde, Intrepid, LHS, Neon, New Yorker, Sebring Convertible, Stratus & Vision -> Recirculation Door Actuator, Replace -> Concorde, Intrepid, LHS, New Yorker & Vision
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Stratus ES 2.0 L4 GAS

Concorde, Intrepid, LHS, New Yorker & Vision
  • On models less center console, remove instrument panel center lower cover.
  • On models with center console, remove center console as follows:
    • Remove center console bezel, then the screw holding forward crossmember to floor mounting bracket.
    • Remove screws holding bottom of glove compartment to rear mounting bracket.
    • Remove console from vehicle.
  • On all models, remove lower instrument panel assembly as follows:
    • Open doors and remove both instrument panel end c...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Dodge Stratus 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 Stratus 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 Stratus 2.0 L4 GAS

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 Stratus 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 Stratus cars and light trucks from 1990+

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 1996-97 -> Leak Test -> Electronic Leak Detectors -> Fluid Leak Detectors
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Stratus ES 2.4 L4 GAS

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 Stratus 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 Stratus cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Breeze, Cirrus, Concorde, Intrepid, LHS, Neon, New Yorker, Sebring Convertible, Stratus & Vision -> Heater/A/C Control Module, Replace -> Breeze, Cirrus, Sebring Convertible & Stratus -> Neon
Vehicle: 1996 Dodge Stratus ES 2.4 L4 GAS

Breeze, Cirrus, Sebring Convertible & Stratus

Refer to "Heater/A/C Housing, Replace" for A/C control module replacement procedure.

Neon
  • Remove instrument panel top cover and cluster bezel, then reach through opening and disconnect fog lamp and rear window defogger switch electrical wiring.
  • Remove trim panel by first rem...

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