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prevent smearing the material off location.
ENGINE OIL
WARNING: NEW OR USED ENGINE OIL CAN BE
IRRITATING TO THE SKIN. AVOID PROLONGED OR
REPEATED SKIN CONTACT WITH ENGINE OIL.
CONTAMINANTS IN USED ENGINE OIL, CAUSED BY
INTERNAL COMBUSTION, CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO
YOUR HEALTH. THOROUGHLY WASH EXPOSED
SKIN WITH SOAP AND WATER. DO NOT WASH
SKIN WITH GASOLINE, DIESEL FUEL, THINNER, OR
SOLVENTS, HEALTH PROBLEMS CAN RESULT. DO
NOT POLLUTE, DISPOSE OF USED ENGINE OIL
PROPERLY.
ENGINE OIL SPECIFICATION
CAUTION: Do not use non-detergent or straight
mineral oil when adding or changing crankcase
lubricant. Engine failure can result.
API SERVICE GRADE CERTIFIED
Use an engine oil that is API Service Grade Certi-
fied. MOPARtprovides engine oils that conform to
this service grade.
SAE VISCOSITY
An SAE viscosity grade is used to specify the vis-
cosity of engine oil. Use only engine oils with multi-
ple viscosities such as 5W-30 or 10W-30 in the 4.7L
engines. These are specified with a dual SAE viscos-
ity grade which indicates the cold-to-hot temperature
viscosity range. Select an engine oil that is best
suited to your particular temperature range and vari-
ation (Fig. 4).
ENERGY CONSERVING OIL
An Energy Conserving type oil is recommended for
gasoline engines. The designation of ENERGY CON-
SERVING is located on the label of an engine oil con-
tainer.
CONTAINER IDENTIFICATION
Standard engine oil identification notations have
been adopted to aid in the proper selection of engine
oil. The identifying notations are located on the label
of engine oil plastic bottles and the top of engine oil
cans (Fig. 5).
OIL LEVEL INDICATOR (DIPSTICK)
The engine oil level indicator is located at the right
rear of the engine on the 4.7L engines. (Fig. 6).
Fig. 4 Temperature/Engine Oil ViscosityÐ4.7L
Engine
Fig. 5 Engine Oil Container Standard Notations
Fig. 6 Engine Oil Dipstick 4.7L Engine
1 ± TRANSMISSION DIPSTICK
2 ± ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
3 ± ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
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all loose material. Inspect stamped parts to ensure
gasket rails are flat. Flatten rails with a hammer on
a flat plate, if required. Gasket surfaces must be free
of oil and dirt. Make sure the old gasket material is
removed from blind attaching holes.
GASKET APPLICATION
Assembling parts using a form-in-place gasket
requires care.
Mopar Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant should be
applied in a continuous bead approximately 3 mm
(0.12 inch) in diameter. All mounting holes must be
circled. For corner sealing,a3or6mm(1/8 or 1/4
inch) drop is placed in the center of the gasket con-
tact area. Uncured sealant may be removed with a
shop towel. Components should be torqued in place
while the sealant is still wet to the touch (within 10
minutes). The use of a locating dowel is recom-
mended during assembly to prevent smearing the
material off location.
Mopar Gasket Maker should be applied sparingly
to one gasket surface. The sealant diameter should
be 1.00 mm (0.04 inch) or less. Be certain the mate-
rial surrounds each mounting hole. Excess material
can easily be wiped off. Components should be
torqued in place within 15 minutes. The use of a
locating dowel is recommended during assembly to
prevent smearing the material off location.
ENGINE PERFORMANCE
It is important that the vehicle is operating to its
optimum performance level to maintain fuel economy
and the lowest emission levels. If vehicle is not oper-
ating to these standards, refer to Engine Diagnosis
outlined in this section. The following procedures can
assist in achieving the proper engine diagnosis.
(1) Test cranking amperage draw. Refer to Electri-
cal Group 8B, Cold Cranking Test.
(2) Check intake manifold bolt torque.
(3) Perform cylinder compression test. Refer to
Cylinder Compression Pressure Test in the Engine
Diagnosis area of this section.
(4) Clean or replace spark plugs as necessary and
adjust gap as specified in Electrical Group 8D.
Tighten to specifications.
(5) Test resistance of spark plug cables. Refer to
Electrical Group 8D, Spark Plug Cables.
(6) Inspect the primary wires. Test coil output volt-
age and primary resistance. Replace parts as neces-
sary. Refer to Electrical Group 8D, for specifications.
(7) Test fuel pump for pressure. Refer to Group 14,
Fuel System Specifications.
(8) The air filter elements should be replaced as
specified in Lubrication and Maintenance, Group 0.(9) Inspect crankcase ventilation system as out
lined in Group 0, Lubrication and Maintenance. For
emission controls see Group 25, Emission Controls
for service procedures.
(10) Road test vehicle as a final test.
ENGINE OIL
WARNING: NEW OR USED ENGINE OIL CAN BE
IRRITATING TO THE SKIN. AVOID PROLONGED OR
REPEATED SKIN CONTACT WITH ENGINE OIL.
CONTAMINANTS IN USED ENGINE OIL, CAUSED BY
INTERNAL COMBUSTION, CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO
YOUR HEALTH. THOROUGHLY WASH EXPOSED
SKIN WITH SOAP AND WATER. DO NOT WASH
SKIN WITH GASOLINE, DIESEL FUEL, THINNER, OR
SOLVENTS, HEALTH PROBLEMS CAN RESULT. DO
NOT POLLUTE, DISPOSE OF USED ENGINE OIL
PROPERLY.
ENGINE OIL SPECIFICATION
CAUTION: Do not use non-detergent or straight
mineral oil when adding or changing crankcase
lubricant. Engine failure can result.
API SERVICE GRADE CERTIFIED
In gasoline engines, use an engine oil that is API
Service Grade Certified (Fig. 11). Standard engine oil
identification notations have been adopted to aid in
the proper selection of engine oil. The identifying
notations are located on the label of engine oil plastic
bottles and the top of engine oil cans. MOPAR only
provides engine oil that conforms to this certification.
SAE VISCOSITY
An SAE viscosity grade is used to specify the vis-
cosity of engine oil. SAE 10W-30 specifies a multiple
viscosity engine oil. These are specified with a dual
SAE viscosity grade which indicates the cold-to-hot
temperature viscosity range. When choosing an
engine oil, consider the range of temperatures the
vehicle will be operated in before the next oil change.
Select an engine oil that is best suited to your area's
Fig. 11 Engine Oil Container Standard Notations
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(Fig. 12).
ENERGY CONSERVING OIL
An Energy Conserving type oil is recommended for
gasoline engines. The designation of ENERGY CON-
SERVING is located on the label of an engine oil con-
tainer.
OIL LEVEL INDICATOR (DIPSTICK)
The engine oil level indicator is located at the right
front of the engine, left of the generator on 5.2L
engines (Fig. 13).
CRANKCASE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
CAUTION: Do not overfill crankcase with engine oil,
oil foaming and oil pressure loss can result.To ensure proper lubrication of an engine, the
engine oil must be maintained at an acceptable level.
The acceptable levels are indicated between the ADD
and SAFE marks on the engine oil dipstick.
(1) Position vehicle on level surface.
(2) With engine OFF, allow approximately ten min-
utes for oil to settle to bottom of crankcase, remove
engine oil dipstick.
(3) Wipe dipstick clean.
(4) Install dipstick and verify it is seated in the
tube.
(5) Remove dipstick, with handle held above the
tip, take oil level reading.
(6) Add oil only if level is below the ADD mark on
dipstick.
ENGINE OIL CHANGE
Change engine oil at mileage and time intervals
described in the Maintenance Schedule. This infor-
mation can be found in your owner's manual.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Run engine until achieving normal operating tem-
perature.
(1) Position the vehicle on a level surface and turn
engine off.
(2) Hoist and support vehicle on safety stands.
Refer to Hoisting and Jacking Recommendations.
(3) Remove oil fill cap.
(4) Place a suitable drain pan under crankcase
drain.
(5) Remove drain plug from crankcase and allow
oil to drain into pan. Inspect drain plug threads for
stretching or other damage. Replace drain plug and
gasket if damaged.
(6) Install drain plug in crankcase.
(7) Lower vehicle and fill crankcase with specified
type and amount of engine oil described in this sec-
tion.
(8) Install oil fill cap.
(9) Start engine and inspect for leaks.
(10) Stop engine and inspect oil level.
ENGINE OIL FILTER CHANGE
FILTER SPECIFICATION
All engines are equipped with a high quality full-
flow, disposable type oil filter. DaimlerChrysler Cor-
poration recommends a Mopar or equivalent oil filter
be used.
OIL FILTER REMOVAL
(1) Position a drain pan under the oil filter.
(2) Using a suitable oil filter wrench loosen filter.
(3) Rotate the oil filter counterclockwise to remove
it from the cylinder block oil filter boss (Fig. 14).
Fig. 12 Temperature/Engine Oil Viscosity
Recommendation
Fig. 13 Engine Oil Dipstick LocationÐ5.2L Engines
1 ± CYLINDER HEAD COVER
2 ± ENGINE OIL FILL-HOLE CAP
3 ± DIPSTICK
4 ± ENGINE OIL FILTER
5 ± FILTER BOSS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
ENGINE...............................136
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM............136
EXHAUST MANIFOLD....................139
INTAKE MANIFOLD......................139
CYLINDER HEAD COVER GASKET..........140
CYLINDER HEAD........................140
VALVES AND VALVE SPRINGS.............140
ENGINE OIL PAN........................140
CRANKSHAFT OIL SEALS.................140
PISTON AND CONNECTING ROD...........140
CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARINGS............141
CRANKSHAFT..........................141
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
ENGINE DIAGNOSISÐINTRODUCTION.......141
SERVICE DIAGNOSISÐGASOLINE ENGINES . . 142
INTAKE MANIFOLD LEAKAGE DIAGNOSIS....145
CYLINDER COMPRESSION PRESSURE TEST . 145
CYLINDER HEAD GASKET FAILURE
DIAGNOSIS...........................146
CYLINDER COMBUSTION PRESSURE
LEAKAGE TEST.......................146
INSPECTION (ENGINE OIL LEAKS IN
GENERAL)...........................147
REAR SEAL AREA LEAKSÐINSPECTION.....147
HYDRAULIC TAPPETS....................148
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE..................148
SERVICE PROCEDURES
FORM-IN-PLACE GASKETS................149
ENGINE PERFORMANCE.................149
ENGINE OIL............................150
REPAIR DAMAGED OR WORN THREADS.....151
CYLINDER BOREÐHONING...............152
HYDROSTATIC LOCK.....................152
VALVE TIMING..........................153
VALVE SERVICE........................153
MEASURING TIMING CHAIN STRETCH.......155
PISTONSÐFITTING......................156
PISTON RINGSÐFITTING.................156
CONNECTING ROD BEARINGSÐFITTING.....157
CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARINGSÐFITTING....157
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
ENGINE FRONT MOUNTS.................158ENGINE REAR SUPPORT.................160
ENGINE ASSEMBLY......................161
INTAKE MANIFOLD......................163
EXHAUST MANIFOLD....................165
CYLINDER HEAD COVER.................165
ROCKER ARMS AND PUSH RODS..........166
VALVE SPRING AND STEM SEAL
REPLACEMENT-IN VEHICLE.............166
CYLINDER HEAD........................167
VALVES AND VALVE SPRINGS.............167
HYDRAULIC TAPPETS....................168
VIBRATION DAMPER.....................168
TIMING CHAIN COVER...................169
TIMING CHAIN..........................170
CAMSHAFT............................170
CAMSHAFT BEARINGS...................172
DISTRIBUTOR DRIVE SHAFT BUSHING......172
CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARINGS............174
OILPAN...............................174
PISTON AND CONNECTING ROD ASSEMBLY . . 175
CRANKSHAFT..........................176
OIL PUMP.............................177
CRANKSHAFT OIL SEALÐFRONT...........178
CRANKSHAFT OIL SEALSÐREAR...........179
ENGINE CORE OIL AND CAMSHAFT PLUGS . . 180
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
OIL PUMP.............................181
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
CYLINDER HEAD COVER.................182
CYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLY..............182
PISTON AND CONNECTING ROD ASSEMBLY . . 182
OILPAN...............................182
OIL PUMP.............................182
CYLINDER BLOCK.......................185
INTAKE MANIFOLD......................185
EXHAUST MANIFOLD....................185
SPECIFICATIONS
5.9L ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.............185
SPECIFICATIONS........................189
SPECIAL TOOLS
5.9L ENGINE...........................189
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PERFORMANCE DIAGNOSIS CHARTÐGASOLINE ENGINES
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
ENGINE WILL
NOT CRANK1. Weak or dead battery 1. Charge/Replace Battery. Refer to Group 8A,
Battery, for correct procedures. Check charging
system. Refer to Group 8C, Charging Systems, for
correct procedures.
2. Corroded or loose battery
connections2. Clean/tighten suspect battery/starter connections
3. Faulty starter or related circuit(s) 3. Check starting system. Refer to Group 8B,
Starting Systems, for correct diagnostics/procedures
4. Seized accessory drive
component4. Remove accessory drive belt and attempt to start
engine. If engine starts, repair/replace seized
component.
5. Engine internal mechanical
failure or hydro-static lock5. Refer to Group 9, Engine, for correct diagnostics/
procedures
ENGINE CRANKS
BUT WILL NOT
START1. No spark 1. Check for spark. Refer to Group 8D, Ignition
System, for correct procedures.
2. No fuel 2. Perform fuel pressure test, and if necessary,
inspect fuel injector(s) and driver circuits. Refer to
Group 14, Fuel System, for correct procedures.
3. Low or no engine compression 3. Perform cylinder compression pressure test. Refer
to Group 9, Engine, for correct procedures.
ENGINE LOSS OF
POWER1. Worn or burned distributor rotor 1. Install new distributor rotor
2. Worn distributor shaft 2. Remove and repair distributor (Refer to Group 8D,
Ignition System
3. Worn or incorrect gapped spark
plugs3. Clean plugs and set gap. (Refer to Group 8D,
Ignition System)
4. Dirt or water in fuel system 4. Clean system and replace fuel filter
5. Faulty fuel pump 5. Install new fuel pump
6. Incorrect valve timing 6. Correct valve timing
7. Blown cylinder head gasket 7. Install new cylinder head gasket
8. Low compression 8. Test cylinder compression
9. Burned, warped, or pitted valves 9. Install/Reface valves as necessary
10. Plugged or restricted exhaust
system10. Install new parts as necessary
11. Faulty ignition cables 11. Replace any cracked or shorted cables
12. Faulty ignition coil 12. Test and replace, as necessary (Refer to Group
8D, Ignition System)
ENGINE STALLS
OR ROUGH IDLE1. Carbon build-up on throttle plate 1. Remove throttle body and de-carbon. (Refer to
Group 14 for correct procedures)
2. Engine idle speed too low 2. Check Idle Air Control circuit. (Refer to Group 14,
Fuel System)
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3. Worn or incorrectly gapped spark
plugs3. Replace or clean and re-gap spark plugs (Refer to
group 8D, Ignition System)
4. Worn or burned distributor rotor 4. Install new distributor rotor
5. Spark plug cables defective or
crossed5. Check for correct firing order or replace spark plug
cables. (Refer to Group 8D, Ignition System for
correct procedures.)
6. Faulty coil 6. Test and replace, if necessary (Refer to group 8D,
Ignition System)
7. Intake manifold vacuum leak 7. Inspect intake manifold gasket and vacuum hoses.
Replace if necessary
8. EGR valve leaking or stuck open 8. Test and replace, if necessary (Refer to group 25,
Emission Control Systems)
ENGINE MISSES
ON
ACCELERATION1. Worn or incorrectly gapped spark
plugs1. Replace spark plugs or clean and set gap. (Refer
to group 8D, Ignition System)
2. Spark plug cables defective or
crossed2. Replace or rewire secondary ignition cables. Refer
to Group 8D, Ignition System
3. Dirt in fuel system 3. Clean fuel system
4. Burned, warped or pitted valves 4. Install new valves
5. Faulty coil 5. Test and replace as necessary (refer to group 8D,
Ignition System)
MECHANICAL DIAGNOSIS CHARTÐGASOLINE ENGINES
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
NOISY VALVES/
LIFTERS1. High or low oil level
in crankcase1. Check for correct oil level. Adjust oil level by draining or adding
as needed
2. Thin or diluted oil 2. Change oil (Refer to Engine Oil Service in this group)
3. Low oil pressure 3. Check engine oil level. If ok, Perform oil pressure test. Refer to
this group for engine oil pressure test/specifications
4. Dirt in tappets/lash
adjusters4. Clean/replace hydraulic tappets/lash adjusters
5. Bent push rod(s) 5. Install new push rods
6. Worn rocker arms 6. Inspect oil supply to rocker arms and replace worn arms as
needed
7. Worn tappets/lash
adjusters7. Install new hydraulic tappets/lash adjusters
8. Worn valve guides 8. Inspect all valve guides and replace as necessary
9. Excessive runout of
valve seats or valve
faces9. Grind valves and seats
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(3) Perform cylinder compression test. Refer to
Cylinder Compression Pressure Test in the Engine
Diagnosis area of this section.
(4) Clean or replace spark plugs as necessary and
adjust gap as specified in Electrical Group 8D.
Tighten to specifications.
(5) Test resistance of spark plug cables. Refer to
Electrical Group 8D, Spark Plug Cables.
(6) Inspect the primary wires. Test coil output volt-
age and primary resistance. Replace parts as neces-
sary. Refer to Electrical Group 8D, for specifications.
(7) Test fuel pump for pressure. Refer to Group 14,
Fuel System Specifications.
(8) The air filter elements should be replaced as
specified in Lubrication and Maintenance, Group 0.
(9) Inspect crankcase ventilation system as out
lined in Group 0, Lubrication and Maintenance. For
emission controls see Group 25, Emission Controls
for service procedures.
(10) Road test vehicle as a final test.
ENGINE OIL
WARNING: NEW OR USED ENGINE OIL CAN BE
IRRITATING TO THE SKIN. AVOID PROLONGED OR
REPEATED SKIN CONTACT WITH ENGINE OIL.
CONTAMINANTS IN USED ENGINE OIL, CAUSED BY
INTERNAL COMBUSTION, CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO
YOUR HEALTH. THOROUGHLY WASH EXPOSED
SKIN WITH SOAP AND WATER. DO NOT WASH
SKIN WITH GASOLINE, DIESEL FUEL, THINNER, OR
SOLVENTS, HEALTH PROBLEMS CAN RESULT. DO
NOT POLLUTE, DISPOSE OF USED ENGINE OIL
PROPERLY.
ENGINE OIL SPECIFICATION
CAUTION: Do not use non-detergent or straight
mineral oil when adding or changing crankcase
lubricant. Engine failure can result.
API SERVICE GRADE CERTIFIED
In gasoline engines, use an engine oil that is API
Service Grade Certified (Fig. 12). Standard engine oil
identification notations have been adopted to aid in
the proper selection of engine oil. The identifying
notations are located on the label of engine oil plastic
bottles and the top of engine oil cans. MOPAR only
provides engine oil that conforms to this certification.
SAE VISCOSITY
An SAE viscosity grade is used to specify the vis-
cosity of engine oil. SAE 10W-30 specifies a multiple
viscosity engine oil. These are specified with a dualSAE viscosity grade which indicates the cold-to-hot
temperature viscosity range. When choosing an
engine oil, consider the range of temperatures the
vehicle will be operated in before the next oil change.
Select an engine oil that is best suited to your area's
particular ambient temperature range and variation
(Fig. 13).
ENERGY CONSERVING OIL
An Energy Conserving type oil is recommended for
gasoline engines. The designation of ENERGY CON-
SERVING is located on the label of an engine oil con-
tainer.
OIL LEVEL INDICATOR (DIPSTICK)
The engine oil level indicator is located at the right
front of the engine, left of the generator on 5.9L
engines (Fig. 14).
CRANKCASE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
CAUTION: Do not overfill crankcase with engine oil,
oil foaming and oil pressure loss can result.
To ensure proper lubrication of an engine, the
engine oil must be maintained at an acceptable level.
The acceptable levels are indicated between the ADD
and SAFE marks on the engine oil dipstick.
(1) Position vehicle on level surface.
Fig. 12 Engine Oil Container Standard Notations
Fig. 13 Temperature/Engine Oil Viscosity
Recommendation
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