2002 DODGE RAM Service Repair Manual

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DODGE RAM 2002  Service Repair Manual 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

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DODGE RAM 2002  Service Repair Manual (3) Drain engine oil.
(4) Remove left engine to transmission strut.
(5) Remove oil pan mounting bolts, pan and one-
piece gasket. The engine may have to be raised
slightly on 2WD vehicles.
(6) Remove

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DODGE RAM 2002  Service Repair Manual OIL PUMP
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the timing chain cover (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT / CHAIN
COVER(S) - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove the relief valve plug, gasket, spring
and valve (Fig. 59). Disc

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DODGE RAM 2002  Service Repair Manual chamfer up or toward engine when cover is installed.
This allows easy installation over crankshaft. Ifclearance between inner and outer rotors is 0.150
mm (0.006 inch) or more, replace both rotors.
Pl

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DODGE RAM 2002  Service Repair Manual when compressed to 34 mm (1-11/32 inches). Replace
spring that fails to meet these specifications.
If oil pressure was low and pump is within specifi-
cations, inspect for worn engine bearings or othe

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DODGE RAM 2002  Service Repair Manual REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
(2) Drain the cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOL-
ING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(3) Remove the accessory drive belt (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ACCESS

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DODGE RAM 2002  Service Repair Manual INSPECTION
Inspect manifold for cracks.
Inspect mating surfaces of manifold for flatness
with a straightedge.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the intake manifold side gaskets. Be
sure that the locator dowels

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DODGE RAM 2002  Service Repair Manual (15) Install the fuel lines (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYS-
TEM/FUEL DELIVERY/QUICK CONNECT FIT-
TING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(16) Using a new gasket, install the air cleaner
housing. Tighten the nuts to 11 N