1999 DODGE RAM Service Repair Manual

Fig. 1: Service Point Locations (Typical V6 and V8 Engines)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
Fig. 2: Service Point Locations (8.0L V10 Engine)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.

Fig. 3: Service Point Locations (5.9L Turbo-Diesel)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
ADDITIONAL SERVICE INFORMATION - DIESEL MODELS

Fig. 4: Engine Service Locations (5.9L Engine - Diesel)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
NOTE: For more information regarding 5.9L Diesel engine service
refer to the E - THEORY/OPERATION - 5.9L DIESEL article

in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
Fig. 5: Air Filter Minder (Diesel)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
NOTE: For more information regarding 5.9L Diesel engine service
refer to the F - BASIC TESTING - 5.9L DIESEL article
in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
NOTE: DO NOT remove the air filter housing to inspect air filter
element. When disc in Filter Minder is in the RED zone, the
filter needs replacement. Verify there is nothing clogging
the air inlet (snow, mud, leaves, etc.), replace filter and
reset Filter Minder by pushing the reset button.

Fig. 6: Hand Priming Diesel Engine (Out of Fuel)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
NOTE: For more information regarding 5.9L Diesel engine service
refer to the 5.9L V8 TURBO DIESEL - VIN [D] article
in the ENGINE MECHANICAL section.
When a diesel vehicle runs out of fuel, air is pulled into
the fuel lines and prevents fuel from reaching engine. To
restart perform the following:

1). Add 5 to 10 gallons of fuel to vehicle tank.
2). Open the hood and hand operate the fuel lift pump by
pushing down on prime button until resistance is felt
(approximately 30 times).
3). Start engine using normal procedure.
4). Engine may run rough until air is forced from lines.
CAUTION: If this procedure fails to start vehicle, more involved
procedures may be required.
Fig. 7: Valve Adjustment - Timing Pin Location (Diesel)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
NOTE: For more information regarding 5.9L Diesel engine service
refer to the 5.9L V8 TURBO DIESEL - VIN [D]

article in the ENGINE MECHANICAL section.
Fig. 8: Valve Adjustment - Step 1 of 2 (Diesel)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
NOTE: For more information regarding 5.9L Diesel engine service
refer to the 5.9L V8 TURBO DIESEL - VIN [D] article.

in the ENGINE MECHANICAL section.
Fig. 9: Valve Adjustment - Step 2 of 2 (Diesel)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
NOTE: For more information regarding 5.9L Diesel engine service
refer to the 5.9L V8 TURBO DIESEL - VIN [D] article.
in the ENGINE MECHANICAL section.
Fig. 10: Water Separator (Diesel)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
NOTE: For more information regarding 5.9L Diesel engine service