1999 DODGE RAM lock

Fig. 17: Cross-Sectional View Of Engine Oil Circuit
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
OIL LINE PLUG
1) The oil line plug is located in vertical passage in rear
of block between oil-to-filter and oil-from-filter passages. See
Fig. 18 . Missing or improperly installed plug could cause erratic, low
or no oil pressure.
2) To check installation, remove oil sending unit and insert
wire down passage. Oil line plug should be 7.50-7.68 in. (190.0-195.2
mm) from machined surface of block. If plug is too high, use suitable
dowel to position properly. If plug is too low, remove oil pan, oil
pump and rear main bearing cap. Use suitable dowel to position
properly.
3) To remove for passage cleaning or plug replacement, drive
plug from oil sending unit hole out bottom of block. When installing

plug, coat outside diameter with Mopar Stud and Bearing Mount Adhesive
or equivalent. Plug should be 2.12-2.31 in. (54.0-57.7 mm) from bottom\
of block.
Fig. 18: Cross-Sectional View Of Oil Line Plug Location
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
OIL PUMP
Removal & Disassembly
1) Remove oil pan. See OIL PAN under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.

OIL PUMP SPECIFICATIONS








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Application Specification
Inner & Outer Rotor Thickness ................ .825" (20.96 mm) Min.\
Outer Rotor Diameter .......................... 2.47" (62.7 mm) Min.\
Outer Rotor-To-Pump Body Clearance ............. .014" (.36 mm) Max.\
Pump Cover Warpage ........................... .0015" (.038 mm) Max.\
Rotor End Clearance ................................. .004" (.10 mm)\
Rotor Tip Clearance ............................ .008" (.20 mm) Max.\
Spring Free Length ................................. 1.95" (49.5 mm)\
Spring Tension ......... 19.5-20.5 Lbs. @ 1.34" (8.8-9.3 kg @ 34 mm)\









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CAUTION: Ensure oil pump fully engages with distributor drive shaft
before tightening bolt. It may be necessary to slightly
rotate oil pump during installation to align with distributor
drive shaft.
Reassembly & Installation
To reassemble, reverse disassembly procedure. Install NEW
relief valve retainer cap and oil seal ring. Tighten pump cover bolts.
Fill rotor cavity with engine oil before installing. To install,
reverse removal procedure.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS








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Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)\
Axle Bracket-To-Bellhousing Bolt
Dakota 4WD & Durango 4WD ................................. 65 (88)\
Axle Shaft Nut
Dakota 4WD & Durango 4WD ............................... 180 (244)\
Axle Shaft-To-Differential Flange Bolt
Dakota 4WD & Durango 4WD ................................. 65 (88)\
Axle-To-Insulator Bolt
Dakota 4WD & Durango 4WD ................................ 75 (102)\
Camshaft Sprocket Bolt ..................................... 50 (68)\
Camshaft Thrust Plate Bolt ................................. 18 (24)\
Clutch Housing-To-Cylinder Block Bolt
Dakota
(1) ..................................................... 30 (41)
( 2) ..................................................... 50 (68)
Ram Pickup
( 1)
3/8" Bolt ............................................ 33 (45)\
7/16" Bolt ........................................... 50 (68)\
( 2) ........................................................ N/A
Connecting Rod Bolt ........................................ 45 (61)\
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt ..................................... 18 (24)\
Cylinder Head Bolt ( 3)
Step 1 ................................................... 50 (68)\
Step 2 ................................................. 105 (142)\
Step 3 (Verify Torque) ................................. 105 (142\
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Differential Pinion Nose Bracket-To-Adapter Bolt
Dakota 4WD & Durango 4WD ................................. 65 (88)\
Differential Pinion Nose Bracket-To-Bellhousing Bolt
Dakota 4WD & Durango 4WD ................................. 65 (88)\
Engine Mount Bracket-To-Frame Rail Bolt
Dakota 2WD & Durango 2WD ................................. 30 (41)\

Engine Mount Through-Bolt
Dakota 2WD & Durango 2WD ................................. 50 (68)\
Dakota 4WD, Durango 4WD & Ram Pickup .................... 75 (102)\
Grand Cherokee ............................................. 60 (81)\
Engine Mount-To-Cylinder Block Bolt
Dakota & Durango ......................................... 30 (41)\
Ram Pickup ............................................... 60 (81)\
Ram Van/Wagon & Grand Cherokee ............................. 65 (88)\
Engine Mount-To-Frame Bracket Bolt/Nut
Ram Pickup & Ram Van/Wagon .............................. 75 (102)\
Exhaust Manifold Bolt & Nut
Durango .................................................. 18 (24)\
All Others ................................................. 25 (34)\
Flywheel/Flexplate-To-Crankshaft Bolt ...................... 55 (75)\
Front Cover Bolt ........................................... 30 (41)\
Heat Shield Bolts .......................................... 30 (41)\
Main Bearing Cap Bolt ..................................... 85 (115)\
Oil Drain Plug ............................................. 25 (34)\
Oil Filter Adapter Stud .................................... 50 (68)\
Oil Pan Bolt ............................................... 18 (24)\
Oil Pump Bolt .............................................. 30 (41)\
Rocker Arm Bolt ............................................ 21 (28)\
Shift Motor Bolt
Dakota 4WD & Durango 4WD ................................. 65 (88)\
Spark Plug ................................................. 30 (41)\
Starter Bolts .............................................. 50 (68)\
Throttle Body Bolt ......................................... 17 (23)\
Transfer Case Yoke Bolt
Dakota 4WD & Durango 4WD ................................. 20 (27)\
Vibration Damper Bolt .................................... 135 (183)\
Water Pump Bolt ............................................ 30 (41)\
INCH Lbs. (N.m)
Intake Manifold Bolt ( 4)
Step 1 .................................................. 24 (2.7)\
Step 2 .................................................. 48 (5.4)\
Step 3 .................................................. 84 (9.5)\
Step 4 (Verify Torque All Bolts) ........................ 84 (9.5\
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Intake Manifold Plenum Pan Bolt
Step 1 .................................................. 24 (2.7)\
Step 2 .................................................. 48 (5.4)\
Step 3 .................................................. 84 (9.5)\
Step 4 (Verify Torque) .................................. 84 (9.5\
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Oil Pump Cover Bolt ........................................ 97 (11)\
Valve Cover Bolts .......................................... 95 (11)\
( 1) - Bolts through clutch housing into cylinder block.
( 2) - Bolts through cylinder block into clutch housing.
( 3) - Tighten bolts in sequence. See 7.
( 4) - Tighten bolts in sequence. See 5 and 6.









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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS (3.9L)








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Application Specification
Displacement .................................... 239 Cu. In. (3.9L)\
Bore ............................................... 3.91" (99.3 mm)\
Stroke ............................................. 3.31" (84.1 mm)\

No. 1 ................................. 1.998-1.999 (50.75-50.77)\
No. 2 ................................. 1.982-1.983 (50.34-50.37)\
No. 3 ................................. 1.967-1.968 (49.96-49.99)\
No. 4 ................................. 1.951-1.952 (49.56-49.58)\
No. 5 ................................. 1.561-1.562 (39.65-39.67)\
Oil Clearance
Standard ..................................... .001-.003 (.02-.08)\
Wear Limit ............................................ .005 (.13)\
(1) - Bearings are numbered from front of camshaft.









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Application In. (mm)\
Cylinder Bore
Standard Diameter
3.9L & 5.2L ........................... 3.910-3.912 (99.31-99.36)\
5.9L ................................ 4.000-4.002 (101.60-101.65)\
Maximum Taper ......................................... .010 (.25)\
Maximum Out-Of-Round .................................. .005 (.13)\
Maximum Oversize .................................... .040 (1.016)\









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Application In. (mm)\
Bore Diameter .......................... .9051-.9059 (22.990-23.010)\
Lifter Diameter .................... ( 1) .9035-.9040 (22.949-22.962)
Oil Clearance .............................. .0011-.0024 (.028-.061)\
Push Rod Length ........................ 6.915-6.935 (175.64-176.15)\
( 1) - Standard diameter valve lifter is listed. Oversize valve lifters
are available in .001" (.02 mm), .008" (.20 mm) and .030" (.7\
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EN G IN E O VER HAU L P R O CED URES - G EN ER AL IN FO RM ATIO N

1999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
Engine Overhaul Procedures - General Information
ALL PISTON ENGINES
* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
Examples used in this article are general in nature and do
not necessarily relate to a specific engine or system. Illustrations
and procedures have been chosen to guide mechanic through engine
overhaul process. Descriptions of processes of cleaning, inspection,
assembly and machine shop practice are included.
Always refer to appropriate engine overhaul article in the
ENGINES section for complete overhaul procedures and specifications
for the vehicle being repaired.
ENGINE IDENTIFICATION
The engine may be identified from its Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) stamped on a metal tab. Metal tab may be located in
different locations depending on manufacturer. Engine identification
number or serial number is located on cylinder block. Location varies
with manufacturer.
INSPECTION PROCEDURES
* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
NOTE: Always refer to appropriate engine overhaul article in the
ENGINES section for complete overhaul procedures and
specifications for the vehicle being repaired.
GENERAL
Engine components must be inspected to meet manufacturer's
specifications and tolerances during overhaul. Proper dimensions and
tolerances must be met to obtain proper performance and maximum engine
life.
Micrometers, depth gauges and dial indicator are used for
checking tolerances during engine overhaul. Magnaflux, Magnaglo, dye-
check, ultrasonic and x-ray inspection procedures are used for parts
inspection.
MAGNETIC PARTICLE INSPECTION
Magnaflux & Magnaglo
Magnaflux is an inspection technique used to locate material
flaws and stress cracks. The part in question is subjected to a strong
magnetic field. The entire part, or a localized area, can be
magnetized. The part is coated with either a wet or dry material that
contains fine magnetic particles.
Cracks which are outlined by the particles cause an
interruption in the magnetic field. The dry powder method of Magnaflux
can be used in normal light. A crack will appear as an obvious bright
line.
Fluorescent liquid is used in conjunction with a blacklight
in a second Magnaflux system called Magnaglo. This type of inspection
demands a darkened room. The crack will appear as a glowing line in
this process. Both systems require complete demagnetizing upon

NOTE: Always refer to appropriate engine overhaul article in the
ENGINES section for complete overhaul procedures and
specifications for the vehicle being repaired.
REMOVAL
Remove intake and exhaust manifolds and valve cover. Cylinder
head and camshaft carrier bolts (if equipped), should be removed only
when the engine is cold. On many aluminum cylinder heads, removal
while hot will cause cylinder head warpage. Mark rocker arm or
overhead cam components for location.
Remove rocker arm components or overhead cam components.
Components must be installed in original location. Individual design
rocker arms may utilize shafts, ball-type pedestal mounts or no rocker
arms. For all design types, wire components together and identify
according to the corresponding valve. Remove cylinder head bolts.
Note length and location. Some applications require cylinder head
bolts be removed in proper sequence to prevent cylinder head damage.
See Fig. 1 . Remove cylinder head.
Fig. 1: Typical Cylinder Head Tightening or Loosening Sequence
This Graphic For General Information Only
INSTALLATION
Ensure all surfaces and head bolts are clean. Check that head
bolt holes of cylinder block are clean and dry to prevent block damage
when bolts are tightened. Clean threads with tap to ensure accurate
bolt torque.
Install head gasket on cylinder block. Some manufacturer's
may recommend sealant be applied to head gasket prior to installation.
Note that all holes are aligned. Some gasket applications may be
marked so certain area faces upward. Install cylinder head using care
not to damage head gasket. Ensure cylinder head is fully seated on
cylinder block.
Some applications require head bolts be coated with sealant
prior to installation. This is done if head bolts are exposed to water
passages. Some applications require head bolts be coated with light
coat of engine oil.

Install head bolts. Head bolts should be tightened in proper
steps and sequence to specification. See Fig. 1. Install remaining
components. Tighten all bolts to specification. Adjust valves if
required. See VALVE ADJUSTMENT in this article.
NOTE: Some manufacturers require that head bolts be retightened
after specified amount of operation. This must be done to
prevent head gasket failure.
VALVE ADJUSTMENT
Engine specifications will indicate valve train clearance and
temperature at which adjustment is to be made on most models. In most
cases, adjustment will be made with a cold engine. In some cases, both
a cold and a hot clearance will be given for maintenance convenience.
On some models, adjustment is not required. Rocker arms are
tightened to specification and valve lash is automatically set. On
some models with push rod actuated valve train, adjustment is made at
push rod end of rocker arm while other models do not require
adjustment.
Clearance will be checked between tip of rocker arm and tip
of valve stem in proper sequence using a feeler gauge. Adjustment is
made by rotating adjusting screw until proper clearance is obtained.
Lock nut is then tightened. Engine will be rotated to obtain all valve
adjustments to manufacturer's specifications.
Some models require hydraulic lifter to be bled down and
clearance measured. Different length push rods can be used to obtain
proper clearance. Clearance will be checked between tip of rocker arm
and tip of valve stem in proper sequence using a feeler gauge.
On overhead cam engines designed without rocker arms actuate
valves directly on a cam follower. A hardened, removable disc is
installed between the cam lobe and lifter. Clearance will be checked
between cam heel and adjusting disc in proper sequence using a feeler
gauge. Engine will be rotated to obtain all valve adjustments.
On overhead cam engines designed with rocker arms, adjustment
is made at push rod end of rocker arm. Ensure that the valve to be
adjusted is riding on the heel of the cam on all engines. Clearance
will be checked between tip of rocker arm and tip of valve stem in
proper sequence using a feeler gauge. Adjustment is made by rotating
adjusting screw until proper clearance is obtained. Lock nut is then
tightened. Engine will be rotated to obtain all valve adjustments to
manufacturer's specifications.
CYLINDER HEAD OVERHAUL
* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
NOTE: Always refer to appropriate engine overhaul article in the
ENGINES section for complete overhaul procedures and
specifications for the vehicle being repaired.
DISASSEMBLY
Mark valves for location. Using valve spring compressor,
compress valve springs. Remove valve locks. Carefully release spring
compressor. Remove retainer or rotator, valve spring, spring seat and
valve. See Fig. 2.