2002 DODGE RAM Fuel

EXCESSIVE BLACK SMOKE
POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Engine Control Module (ECM) not calibrated or ECM
has incorrect calibration.Refer to Powertrain Diagnostic Procedures Information.
Exhaust system restriction is above specifications. Check exhaust pipes for damage/restrictions. Repair as
necessary.
Fuel grade is not correct or fuel quality is poor. Temporarily change fuel brands and note condition.
Change brand if necessary.
Fuel injection pump malfunctioning. A DTC should have been set. If so, refer to Powertrain
Diagnostic Procedures Information.
Fuel injector malfunctioning. A DTC should have been set. Perform9Cylinder
Balance Test9using DRB scan tool to isolate individual
cylinders. Also refer to Powertrain Diagnostic
Procedures Information and, to (Refer to 14 - FUEL
SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/FUEL INJECTOR -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
Fuel return system restricted. Check fuel return line by checking overflow valve
(Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
Intake manifold restricted. Remove restriction.
Manifold Air Pressure (Boost) Sensor or sensor circuit
malfunctioning.A DTC should have been set. Refer to Powertrain
Diagnostic Procedures Information.
Raw fuel in intake manifold. Fuel injectors leaking on engine shutdown. Do Fuel
Injector Test (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL
INJECTION/FUEL INJECTOR - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING).
Static timing not correct. A DTC should have been set. If so, refer to Powertrain
Diagnostic Procedures Information. Also (Refer to 14 -
FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL INJECTION
PUMP - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
Turbocharger air intake restriction. Remove restriction.
Turbocharger damaged. (Refer to 11 - EXHAUST SYSTEM/TURBOCHARGER
SYSTEM/TURBOCHARGER - INSPECTION).
Turbocharger has excess build up on compressor
wheel and/or diffuser vanes.(Refer to 11 - EXHAUST SYSTEM/TURBOCHARGER
SYSTEM/TURBOCHARGER - CLEANING).
Turbocharger wheel clearance out of specification. (Refer to 11 - EXHAUST SYSTEM/TURBOCHARGER
SYSTEM/TURBOCHARGER - INSPECTION).
EXCESSIVE WHITE SMOKE
POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Air in fuel supply: Possible leak in fuel supply side
(between transfer pump and fuel tank module).(Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL
TRANSFER PUMP - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
Coolant leaking into combustion chamber. Do pressure test of cooling system (Refer to 7 -
COOLING - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's) active or multiple,
intermittent DTC's.Refer to Powertrain Diagnostic Procedures Information.
In very cold ambient temperatures, engine block heater
is malfunctioning (if equipped).(Refer to 7 - COOLING/ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK
HEATER - REMOVAL).
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ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL (Continued)

EXCESSIVE WHITE SMOKE
POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Engine coolant temperature sensor malfunctioning. A DTC should have been set. Refer to Powertrain
Diagnostic Procedures Information. Also check
thermostat operation (Refer to 7 - COOLING/ENGINE/
ENGINE COOLANT THERMOSTAT - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING).
Engine Control Module (ECM) not calibrated or has
incorrect calibration.A DTC should have been set. Refer to Powertrain
Diagnostic Procedures Information.
Fuel filter plugged. Perform Fuel Pressure Drop Test (Refer to 14 - FUEL
SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL TRANSFER PUMP -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
Fuel grade not correct or fuel quality is poor. Temporarily change fuel brands and note condition.
Change brand if necessary.
Fuel heater element or fuel heater temperature sensor
malfunctioning. This will cause wax type build-up in fuel
filter.Refer to Fuel Heater Testing (Refer to 14 - FUEL
SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL HEATER -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
Fuel injector malfunctioning. A DTC should have been set. Perform9Cylinder
Balance Test9using DRB scan tool to isolate individual
cylinders. Also refer to Powertrain Diagnostic
Procedures Information and, (Refer to 14 - FUEL
SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/FUEL INJECTOR -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
Fuel injector hold-downs loose. Torque to specifications.
Fuel injector protrusion not correct. Check washer (shim) at bottom of fuel injector for
correct thickness. (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL
INJECTION/FUEL INJECTOR - INSTALLATION)
Fuel injection pump malfunctioning. A DTC should have been set. Refer to Powertrain
Diagnostic Procedures Information.
Fuel supply side restriction to transfer pump. Refer to Fuel Transfer Pump Pressure (Refer to 14 -
FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL TRANSFER
PUMP - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)
Fuel transfer (lift) pump malfunctioning. A DTC should have been set. Refer to Powertrain
Diagnostic Procedures Information. Also refer to Fuel
Transfer Pump Pressure Testing (Refer to 14 - FUEL
SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL TRANSFER PUMP -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
Intake/Exhaust valve adjustments not correct (too tight). (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/INTAKE/
EXHAUST VALVES & SEATS - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
Intake manifold air temperature sensor malfunctioning. A DTC should have been set. Refer to Powertrain
Diagnostic Procedures Information.
Intake manifold heater circuit not functioning correctly in
cold weather.A DTC should have been set. Refer to Powertrain
Diagnostic Procedures Information. Also check heater
elements for correct operation.
Intake manifold heater elements not functioning
correctly in cold weather.A diagnostic trouble code WILL NOT BE SET if heater
elements are malfunctioning. Refer to NTC tests in
Powertrain Diagnostic Procedures Information.
Internal engine damage (scuffed cylinder). Analyze engine oil and inspect oil filter to locate area of
probable damage.
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ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL (Continued)

EXCESSIVE WHITE SMOKE
POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Restriction in fuel supply side of fuel system. Refer to Fuel Transfer Pump Pressure Testing (Refer to
14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL
TRANSFER PUMP - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
Static timing incorrect. A DTC should have been set. If so, (Refer to 14 -
FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL INJECTION
PUMP - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
EXCESSIVE BLUE SMOKE
POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Dirty air cleaner or restricted turbocharger intake duct. Check Filter MinderTat air filter housing. (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/AIR INTAKE SYSTEM/AIR CLEANER
ELEMENT - REMOVAL).
Air leak in boost system between turbocharger
compressor outlet and intake manifold.Service air charge system..
Obstruction in exhaust manifold. Remove exhaust manifold and inspect for blockage
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/EXHAUST
MANIFOLD - REMOVAL).
Restricted turbocharger drain tube. Remove turbocharger drain tube and remove
obstruction.
Crankcase ventilation system plugged. Inspect crankcase breather and vent tube for sludge
formation or obstructions.
Valve seals are worn, brittle, or improperly installed. Replace valve stem oil seals (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
CYLINDER HEAD/INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES &
SEATS - REMOVAL).
Valve stems and/or guides are worn. Remove valves and inspect valves and guides. (Refer
to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/INTAKE/EXHAUST
VALVES & SEATS - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
Broken or Improperly installed piston rings. Tear down engine and inspect piston rings.
Excessive piston ring end gap. Remove pistons and measure piston ring end gap
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/PISTON RINGS
- STANDARD PROCEDURE).
Excessive cylinder bore wear and taper. Remove pistons and measure cylinder bore wear and
taper (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
Cylinder damage. Remove pistons and inspect cylinder bore for cracks or
porosity. Repair with cylinder liner if necessary. (Refer
to 9 - ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
Piston damage. Remove pistons and inspect for cracks, holes. Measure
piston for out-of-round and taper (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/PISTON & CONNECTING
ROD - INSPECTION).
Turbocharger failure. (Refer to 11 - EXHAUST SYSTEM/TURBOCHARGER
SYSTEM/TURBOCHARGER - INSPECTION).
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ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL (Continued)

(1) Disconnect the negative cable(s) from the bat-
tery.
(2) Inspect air cleaner, induction system, and
intake manifold to ensure system is dry and clear of
foreign material.
(3) Place a shop towel around the fuel injectors to
catch any fluid that may possibly be under pressure
in the cylinder head. Remove the fuel injectors (Refer
to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/FUEL
INJECTOR - REMOVAL).
(4) With all injectors removed, rotate the crank-
shaft using a breaker bar and socket.
(5) Identify the fluid in the cylinders (coolant, fuel,
oil, etc.).
(6) Be sure all fluid has been removed from the
cylinders.
(7) Repair engine or components as necessary to
prevent this problem from occurring again.
(8) Squirt a small amount of engine oil into the
cylinders to lubricate the walls. This will prevent
damage on restart.
(9) Install new fuel injectors (Refer to 14 - FUEL
SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/FUEL INJECTOR -
INSTALLATION).
(10) Drain engine oil. Remove and discard the oil
filter (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL FIL-
TER - REMOVAL).
(11) Install the drain plug. Tighten the plug to 34
N´m (25 ft. lbs.) torque.
(12) Install a new oil filter (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
LUBRICATION/OIL FILTER - INSTALLATION).
(13) Fill engine crankcase with the specified
amount and grade of oil (Refer to LUBRICATION &
MAINTENANCE/FLUID TYPES - SPECIFICA-
TIONS).
(14) Connect the negative cable(s) to the battery.
(15) Start the engine and check for any leaks.
REMOVAL
REMOVALÐENGINE
(1) Disconnect both battery negative cables.
(2) Recover A/C refrigerant (if A/C equipped) (Refer
to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMB-
ING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(3) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(4) Drain engine coolant (Refer to 7 - COOLING -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(5) Remove engine oil drain plug and drain engine
oil.
(6) Lower vehicle.
(7) Remove radiator upper hose.
(8) Remove the cooling fan shroud-to-radiator
mounting bolts.(9) Remove viscous fan/drive assembly (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ENGINE/RADIATOR FAN - REMOVAL).
Remove the cooling fan and shroud together.
(10) Disconnect the coolant recovery bottle hose
from the radiator filler neck and remove bottle from
fan shroud (Fig. 2).
(11) Disconnect heater core supply and return
hoses from the cylinder head fitting and coolant pipe.
(12) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(13) Remove transmission and transfer case (if
equipped.).
(14) Disconnect exhaust pipe from turbocharger
extension pipe (Fig. 3).
(15) Remove starter motor (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/STARTING/STARTER MOTOR - REMOVAL).
(16) Disconnect A/C suction/discharge hose from
the rear of the A/C compressor.
(17) Lower vehicle.
(18) Disconnect lower radiator hose from radiator
outlet.
(19)Automatic Transmission models:Discon-
nect transmission oil cooler lines from radiator using
special tool #6931.
(20) Remove radiator (Refer to 7 - COOLING/EN-
GINE/RADIATOR - REMOVAL).
(21) Remove upper radiator support panel.
Fig. 2 Coolant Recovery Bottle
1 - T-SLOTS
2 - ALIGNMENT PIN
3 - FAN SHROUD
4 - COOLANT RESERVE/OVERFLOW TANK
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ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL (Continued)

(22) Remove front bumper (Refer to 13 - FRAMES
& BUMPERS/BUMPERS/FRONT BUMPER -
REMOVAL).
(23) If A/C equipped, disconnect A/C condenser
refrigerant lines.
(24) Disconnect charge air cooler piping.
(25) Remove the two charge air cooler mounting
bolts.
(26) Remove charge air cooler (and A/C condenser
if equipped) from vehicle.
(27) Disconnect engine block heater connector.
(28) Disconnect A/C compressor electrical connec-
tors.
(29) Remove the passenger battery ground cable
from the engine block.
(30) Disconnect power steering pump pressure and
return lines.
(31) Remove accelerator linkage cover.
(32) Leaving all cables attached, remove accelera-
tor pedal position sensor assy. (APPS) (Fig. 4) from
cylinder head bracket and secure out of the way.
(33) Disconnect APPS connector (Fig. 5).
(34) Disconnect vacuum pump supply hose (Fig. 6).
(35) Disconnect the engine harness and ground
cable from the PDC.
(36) Disconnect the fuel supply and return hoses
(Fig. 7).
(37) Remove the cylinder head cover (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD
COVER(S) - REMOVAL).
(38) Remove the #5 and #6 cylinder intake and
exhaust rocker arms and pedestals (Fig. 8). Note the
original location for re-assembly.
(39) Loosen but do not remove engine mount
through bolts and nuts.
(40) Attach chain accross engine lift brackets.(41) Lift engine up and out of engine compart-
ment.
(42) Install engine to suitable engine stand.
Fig. 3 Exhaust Pipe Connection at Turbocharger
1 - EXHAUST PIPE
2 - TURBOCHARGER EXHAUST PIPE
Fig. 4 APPS Assembly
1 - LEVER
2 - MOUNTING BOLTS (6)
3 - WIRE HARNESS CLIP
4 - CALIBRATION SCREWS (NO ADJUSTMENT)
5 - APPS ASSEMBLY
Fig. 5 APPS Connector
1 - APPS
2-TAB
3 - PUSH FOR REMOVAL
4 - APPS CONNECTOR
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REMOVALÐCRANKCASE BREATHER VAPOR
CANISTER
NOTE: It is recommended to empty the contents of
the vapor canister at each oil and filter service
interval.
(1) Loosen cap from top of vapor canister.
(2) Remove nut retaining canister to engine front
cover.
(3) Slide clamp upwards on hose, then remove
hose from crankcase breather.
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATIONÐENGINE
(1) Install the engine with the cylinder head cover
and the #5 and 6 rocker arm assemblies removed.
(2) Lower the engine into the compartment and
install the engine mount through bolts and nuts.
(3) Tighten the mount through bolts and nuts to
88 N´m (65 ft. lbs.) torque.
(4) Remove the engine lifting device.
(5) Install the #5 and #6 rocker arms and pedes-
tals in their original locations (Fig. 8). Torque the
mounting bolts to 36 N´m (27 ft. lbs.) torque.
(6) Install the cylinder head cover and gasket
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD - INSTAL-
LATION).
(7) Connect the fuel supply and return hoses (Fig.
7).
Fig. 6 Vacuum Pump Supply Hose
1 - VACUUM CHECK VALVE
2 - VACUUM SUPPLY LINE
Fig. 7 Fuel Return and Supply Line Quick-Connect
Locations
1 - FUEL RETURN LINE
2 - QUICK-CONNECT FITTINGS
3 - FUEL SUPPLY LINE
Fig. 8 Rocker Arm and PedestalÐRemoval/
Installation
1 - ROCKER ARM
2 - PEDESTAL
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ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL (Continued)

(8) Connect the engine harness connector and
ground cable to the PDC.
(9) Connect the vacuum pump supply hose.
(10) Connect the APPS connector (Fig. 5).
(11) Install the APPS assembly bracket to the cyl-
inder head bracket.
(12) Install the throttle linkage cover.
(13) Connect the power steering pressure and
return lines.
(14) Connect the passenger battery ground cable to
the engine block. Tighten the bolt to 77 N´m (57 ft.
lbs.) torque.
(15) Connect the engine block heater connector.
(16) Connect the a/c compressor electrical connec-
tors.
(17) Install the charge air cooler and a/c condenser
(if a/c equipped). Install and tighten the charge air
cooler mounting bolts to 2 N´m (17 in. lbs.) torque.
(18) Connect the charge air cooler piping. Torque
all clamps to 8 N´m (72 in. lbs.) torque.
(19) Connect the a/c refrigerant lines to the a/c
condenser (if equipped).
(20) Install the front bumper (Refer to 13 -
FRAMES & BUMPERS/BUMPERS/FRONT
BUMPER - INSTALLATION).(21) Install the radiator upper support panel.
(22) Install the radiator (Refer to 7 - COOLING/
ENGINE/RADIATOR - INSTALLATION).
(23) Connect the transmission quick-connect oil
cooler lines to the radiator. Push together until an
audible ªclickº is heard. Verify connection by pulling
apart.
(24) Raise vehicle.
(25) Connect a/c compressor suction/discharge hose
(if a/c equipped).
(26) Install the radiator lower hose and clamps.
(27) Install the starter motor (Refer to 8 - ELEC-
TRICAL/STARTING/STARTER MOTOR - INSTAL-
LATION).
(28) Install the transmission and transfer case (if
equipped).
(29) Connect the exhaust pipe to the turbocharger
elbow (Fig. 3). Torque the bolts to 34 N´m (25 ft. lbs.)
torque.
(30) Connect the transmission auxiliary oil cooler
lines (if equipped).
(31) Lower the vehicle
(32) Connect the heater core supply and return
hoses.
(33) Install the cooling fan and shroud at the same
time (Refer to 7 - COOLING/ENGINE/RADIATOR
FAN - INSTALLATION).
(34) Install the coolant recovery bottle to the fan
shroud (Fig. 2) and connect the hose to the radiator
filler neck.
(35) Install the windshield washer bottle to the fan
shroud and connect the pump supply hose and elec-
trical connections.
(36) Install the radiator upper hose and clamps.
(37) Change oil filter and install new engine oil.
(38) Fill cooling system with coolant (Refer to 7 -
COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(39) Connect battery negative cables.
(40) Perform the fuel line air bleed procedure
(Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(41) Start engine and inspect for engine oil, cool-
ant, and fuel leaks.
INSTALLATIONÐCRANKCASE BREATHER
VAPOR CANISTER
(1) Position vapor canister with strap over stud on
engine front cover. Install retaining nut. Tighten nut
10 N´m ( 89 in. lbs.).
(2) If removed, position hose onto crankcase
breather, then position clamp.
(3) Position lower portion of hose into vapor canis-
ter, then install and tighten cap.
Fig. 9 Crankcase Breather Vapor Canister
1 - ENGINE FRONT COVER STUD
2 - STRAP
3 - VAPOR CANISTER
4 - NUT
5 - CAP
6 - CRANKCASE BREATHER
7 - CLAMP
8 - HOSE
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DESCRIPTION N´m In. Ft.
Step 4 Rotate All Bolts 1/4
Turn
Cylinder Head CoverÐBolts 24 18 Ð
Fuel Delivery Lines (High
Pressure)
At Pump 24 Ð 18
At Cylinder Head 38 Ð 28
Fuel Drain LineÐBanjo 24 Ð 18
(rear of head)
Oil PanÐBolts 24 Ð 18
Oil PanÐDrain Plug 50 Ð 37
Oil Pressure RegulatorÐPlug 80 Ð 60
Oil Pressure Sender/Switch 16 Ð 12
Oil PumpÐBolts 24 Ð 18
Oil Suction Tube (Flange)Ð
Bolts24 Ð 18
Oil Suction Tube (Brace)Ð
Bolt24 Ð 18
Rocker Arm/PedestalÐBolts 36 Ð 27
SPECIAL TOOLS
5.9L DIESEL ENGINE
FUEL PUMP TESTER - 3163834
Universal Driver Handle - C 4171
Crankshaft Barring Tool - 7471 - B
Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer - 8281
Injector Removal Tool - 8318
Valve Spring Compressor - 8319 - A
Injector Connector Removal Tool - 8324
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ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL (Continued)