engine coolant DODGE RAM 2001 Service Owners Manual

Component Page
Crankshaft Position Sensor
(Gas Except 8.0L)................. 8W-80-34
Cummins Bus (Diesel)............... 8W-80-34
Cup Holder Lamp................... 8W-80-34
Data Link Connector................. 8W-80-35
Daytime Running Lamp Module........ 8W-80-35
Dome Lamp....................... 8W-80-35
Driver Airbag...................... 8W-80-35
Driver Cylinder Lock Switch........... 8W-80-36
Driver Door Ajar Switch (Premium)..... 8W-80-36
Driver Door Ajar Switch (Base)......... 8W-80-36
Driver Door Lock Motor.............. 8W-80-36
Driver Door Window/Lock Switch....... 8W-80-36
Driver Heated Seat Cushion........... 8W-80-37
Driver Heated Seat Switch............ 8W-80-37
Driver Lumbar Motor................ 8W-80-37
Driver Power Seat Front Vertical Motor
(Club Cab)....................... 8W-80-37
Driver Power Seat Front Vertical Motor
(Standard Cab)................... 8W-80-37
Driver Power Seat Horizontal Motor
(Club Cab)....................... 8W-80-38
Driver Power Seat Horizontal Motor
(Standard Cab)................... 8W-80-38
Driver Power Seat Rear Vertical Motor
(Club Cab)....................... 8W-80-38
Driver Power Seat Rear Vertical Motor
(Standard Cab)................... 8W-80-38
Driver Power Seat Switch (Club Cab).... 8W-80-38
Driver Power Seat Switch
(Standard Cab)................... 8W-80-39
Driver Power Window Motor........... 8W-80-39
Electric Brake Provision.............. 8W-80-39
Engine Control Module (Diesel)........ 8W-80-40
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
(Diesel)......................... 8W-80-41
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
(Gas)........................... 8W-80-41
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor (Diesel)..... 8W-80-41
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor (Gas)....... 8W-80-41
Evap/Purge Solenoid................. 8W-80-41
Front Washer Pump................. 8W-80-41
Fuel Heater (Diesel)................. 8W-80-42
Fuel Injection Pump (Diesel)........... 8W-80-42
Fuel Injector No. 1.................. 8W-80-42
Fuel Injector No. 2.................. 8W-80-42
Fuel Injector No. 3.................. 8W-80-42
Fuel Injector No. 4.................. 8W-80-43
Fuel Injector No. 5.................. 8W-80-43
Fuel Injector No. 6.................. 8W-80-43
Fuel Injector No. 7 (5.2L/5.9L/8.0L)..... 8W-80-43
Fuel Injector No. 8 (5.2L/5.9L/8.0L)..... 8W-80-43
Fuel Injector No. 9 (8.0L)............. 8W-80-43
Fuel Injector No. 10 (8.0L)............ 8W-80-44
Fuel Pump Module (Gas)............. 8W-80-44
Fuel Tank Module (Diesel)............ 8W-80-44
Fuel Transfer Pump (Diesel)........... 8W-80-44Component Page
G300............................. 8W-80-44
Generator......................... 8W-80-45
Glove Box Lamp And Switch........... 8W-80-45
Headlamp Switch C1................ 8W-80-45
Headlamp Switch C2................ 8W-80-45
Heated Mirror Switch................ 8W-80-45
High Note Horn.................... 8W-80-46
Idle Air Control Motor................ 8W-80-46
Ignition Coil (3.9L/5.2L/5.9L).......... 8W-80-46
Ignition Coil 4 Pack (8.0L)............ 8W-80-46
Ignition Coil 6 Pack (8.0L)............ 8W-80-46
Ignition Switch C1.................. 8W-80-47
Ignition Switch C2.................. 8W-80-47
Instrument Cluster C1............... 8W-80-47
Instrument Cluster C2............... 8W-80-47
Intake Air Heater Relays (Diesel)....... 8W-80-47
Intake Air Temperature Sensor (Diesel) . . 8W-80-48
Intake Air Temperature Sensor (Gas).... 8W-80-48
Joint Connector No. 1 (In PDC)........ 8W-80-48
Joint Connector No. 2 (In PDC)........ 8W-80-49
Joint Connector No. 3................ 8W-80-49
Joint Connector No. 4................ 8W-80-49
Joint Connector No. 5................ 8W-80-50
Joint Connector No. 6................ 8W-80-50
Joint Connector No. 7................ 8W-80-51
Joint Connector No. 8................ 8W-80-51
Junction Block C1................... 8W-80-52
Junction Block C2................... 8W-80-52
Junction Block C3................... 8W-80-52
Junction Block C4................... 8W-80-53
Junction Block C5................... 8W-80-53
Junction Block C6................... 8W-80-53
Junction Block C7................... 8W-80-53
Junction Block C8................... 8W-80-54
Junction Block C9................... 8W-80-54
Leak Detection Pump (Gas)........... 8W-80-54
Left Back-Up Lamp.................. 8W-80-54
Left Fog Lamp..................... 8W-80-54
Left Front Door Speaker (Premium)..... 8W-80-55
Left Front Door Speaker (Standard)..... 8W-80-55
Left Front Fender Lamp
(Dual Rear Wheels)................ 8W-80-55
Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor (ABS) . . . 8W-80-55
Left Headlamp..................... 8W-80-55
Left License Lamp.................. 8W-80-56
Left Outboard Clearance Lamp......... 8W-80-56
Left Outboard Headlamp............. 8W-80-56
Left Outboard Identification Lamp...... 8W-80-56
Left Park/Turn Signal Lamp........... 8W-80-56
Left Power Mirror................... 8W-80-56
Left Rear Fender Lamp
(Dual Rear Wheels)................ 8W-80-57
Left Rear Speaker (Premium 2 Door).... 8W-80-57
Left Rear Speaker (Premium 4 Door).... 8W-80-57
Left Rear Speaker (Standard 2 Door).... 8W-80-57
Left Rear Speaker (Standard 4 Door).... 8W-80-57
Left Remote Radio Switch............. 8W-80-57
8W - 80 - 2 8W-80 CONNECTOR PIN-OUTSBR/BE

ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (DIESEL) - 50 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 H104 18BR/OR IDLE VALIDATION SWITCH NO. 1
2 K244 20YL/DB CUMMINS BUS (+)
3 K6 18VT/WT 5V SUPPLY
4 K14 18BK/DB SENSOR GROUND
5 F18 18LG/BK FUSED IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (RUN-START)
6 G60 18GY/BK ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR SIGNAL
7 K21 18BK/RD INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR SIGNAL
8 G12 18GY/RD MANIFOLD AIR PRESSURE SENSOR SIGNAL
9- -
10 K7 18OR 5V SUPPLY
11 K104 18BK/LB SENSOR GROUND
12 K246 20YL/DG CUMMINS BUS (-)
13 K242 20WT DATA LINK (+) FUEL INJECTION PUMP
14 K2 18TN/BK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR SIGNAL
15 K135 18YL/WT TRANSFER PUMP SUPPLY
16 H105 18LG/DB IDLE VALIDATION SWITCH NO. 2
17 K124 18GY CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL
18 K48 18DG FUEL INJECTION PUMP SYNC SIGNAL
19 - -
20 - -
21 K1 18DG/RD WATER IN FUEL SENSOR SIGNAL
22 V37 18RD/LG SPEED CONTROL SWITCH SIGNAL
23 K240 20BK DATA LINK (-) FUEL INJECTOR PUMP
24 V32 18YL/RD BRAKE SWITCH SENSE
25 H102 18LB/BK ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL
26 G113 18OR PTO SWITCH SENSE
27 - -
28 K22 18OR/DB ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL
29 S21 18YL/BK AIR INTAKE HEATER RELAY NO.1
30 Z12 18BK/TN GROUND
31 H101 18DB/WT ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR SUPPLY
32 H103 18BK/YL ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR GROUND
33 K45 18LB/RD FUEL SHUT-OFF SIGNAL
34 K44 18VT/OR LOW IDLE SELECT
35 K135 18YL/WT TRANSFER PUMP SUPPLY
36 K131 18BR/WT FUEL INJECTOR PUMP RELAY CONTROL
37 G85 18OR/BK WAIT-TO-START WARNING INDICATOR DRIVER
38 D21 18PK/DB SCI TRANSMIT
39 D20 18DG SCI RECEIVE
40 D2 18WT/BK CCD BUS (-)
41 D1 18VT/BR CCD BUS (+)
42 K247 20DB CUMMINS BUS SHIELD
43 G7 18WT/OR VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL
44 K243 20OR/BR DATA LINK SHIELD FUEL INJECTOR PUMP
45 K24 18GY/BK CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL
46 - -
47 S22 18OR/BK AIR INTAKE HEATER RELAY CONTROL NO. 2
48 A14 18RD/WT FUSED B(+)
49 Z12 18BK/TN GROUND
50 A14 18RD/WT FUSED B(+)
8W - 80 - 40 8W-80 CONNECTOR PIN-OUTSBR/BE

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR (DIESEL)-2WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
B K2 18TN/BK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR SIGNAL
A K104 18BK/LB SENSOR GROUND
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR (GAS)-2WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 K4 18BK/LB SENSOR GROUND
2 K2 18TN/BK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR SIGNAL
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR (DIESEL)-3WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
A K7 18OR 5V SUPPLY
B K104 18BK/LB SENSOR GROUND
C G60 18GY/BK ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR SIGNAL
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR (GAS)-2WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 K4 20BK/LB SENSOR GROUND
2 G60 18GY/OR ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR SIGNAL
EVAP/PURGE SOLENOID-2WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 K52 18PK/WT EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SOLENOID CONTROL
2 F12 20DB/WT FUSED IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (RUN-START)
FRONT WASHER PUMP - BLACK 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 V10 16BR WASHER SWITCH SENSE
2 Z1 20BK GROUND
FRONT WASHER PUMP - BLACK 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 V10 16BR WASHER SWITCH SENSE
2 Z1 20BK GROUND
BR/BE8W-80 CONNECTOR PIN-OUTS 8W - 80 - 41

POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE C1 (GAS) - BLACK 32 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 K32 18YL/GY (8.0L) IGNITION COIL NO. 4 DRIVER
2 F18 18LG/BK FUSED IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (RUN-START)
3 K18 18RD/BK (8.0L) IGNITION COIL NO. 3 DRIVER
4 K4 18BK/LB SENSOR GROUND
5 K43 18DG/GY (8.0L) IGNITION COIL NO. 5 DRIVER
6 T41 18BK/WT (A/T) PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH SENSE
7 K19 16BK/GY (3.9L/5.2L/5.9L) IGNITION COIL NO. 1 DRIVER
7 K19 18BK/GY (8.0L) IGNITION COIL NO. 1 DRIVER
8 K24 18GY/BK CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL
9 K17 18DB/WT (8.0L) IGNITION COIL NO. 2 DRIVER
10 K60 18YL/BK IDLE AIR CONTROL NO. 2 DRIVER
11 K40 18BR/WT IDLE AIR CONTROL NO. 3 DRIVER
12 - -
13 G113 18OR PTO SWITCH SENSE
14 - -
15 K21 18BK/RD INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR SIGNAL
16 K2 18TN/BK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR SIGNAL
17 K6 18VT/WT 5V SUPPLY
18 K44 18TN/YL CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL
19 K39 18GY/RD IDLE AIR CONTROL NO. 1 DRIVER
20 K59 18VT/BK IDLE AIR CONTROL NO. 4 DRIVER
21 - -
22 A14 16RD/WT FUSED B(+)
23 K22 18OR/DB THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL
24 K141 18TN/WT (3.9L/5.2L/5.9L) (CALI-
FORNIA EXCEPT 8.0L)OXYGEN SENSOR 1/1 SIGNAL
24 K41 18BK/DG (5.9L HD/8.0L) OXYGEN SENSOR 1/1 SIGNAL
25 K341 18OR/BK (3.9L/5.2L) (CALIFOR-
NIA)OXYGEN SENSOR 1/2 SIGNAL
25 K341 18OR/BK (8.0L) OXYGEN SENSOR 1/3 SIGNAL
26 K241 18LG/RD (8.0L) (5.9L HD) OXYGEN SENSOR 2/1 SIGNAL
26 K241 18LG/RD (CALIFORNIA) OXYGEN SENSOR 2/1 SIGNAL
27 K1 18DG/RD MAP SENSOR SIGNAL
28 - -
29 K441 18OR/TN (CALIFORNIA) OXYGEN SENSOR 2/2 SIGNAL
29 K141 18TN/WT (8.0L) OXYGEN SENSOR 1/2 SIGNAL
30 - -
31 Z12 14BK/TN GROUND
32 Z12 14BK/TN GROUND
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE C2 (DIESEL) - BLACK 32 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 T54 18VT (A/T) TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE SENSOR SIGNAL
2- -
3- -
4- -
5- -
6- -
7- -
8 K88 18VT/WT (A/T) GOVERNOR PRESSURE SOLENOID CONTROL
BR/BE8W-80 CONNECTOR PIN-OUTS 8W - 80 - 67

Connector Name/Number Color Location Fig.
Cummins Bus (-) Left Front of Engine 10
Cup Holder Lamp Center of Instrument Panel 23,26
Data Link Connector BK Left Bottom of Instrument Panel 23,24
Day/Night Mirror BK Day/Night Mirror N/S
Daytime Running Lamp Module BK Left Fender Side Shield 14
Dome Lamp Rear of Cab 18
Driver Airbag BK Steering Wheel N/S
Driver Door Arm/Disarm Switch BK In Door 19
Driver Door Jamb Switch NAT Door Jamb 19
Driver Door Lock Motor BK In Door 19
Driver Door Window/Lock Switch BL In Door 19
Driver Heated Seat Module BL Under Seat N/S
Driver Heated Seat Switch RD Center of Instrument Panel N/S
Driver Lumbar Motor Under Seat N/S
Driver Power Seat Front Vertical Motor BK Under Seat N/S
Driver Power Seat Horizontal Motor BK Under Seat N/S
Driver Power Seat Rear Vertical Motor Under Seat N/S
Driver Power Seat Switch At Seat N/S
Driver Power Window Motor In Door 19
Duty Cycle EVAP/Purge Solenoid BK Right Fender Side Shield 17
Electric Brake Provision Bottom Left of Instrument Panel N/S
Engine Control Module (Diesel) Left Side Engine 12
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (Diesel) BK Left Front of Cylinder Head
(Diesel)10
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (Gas) BK On Thermostat Housing 3,6
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor (V6, V8) BK Near Distributor 3
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor (V10) Near Oil Filter 6
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor (Diesel) Left Side of Engine 12
Fuel Heater (Diesel) Left Side of Engine 10
Fuel Injection Pump (Diesel) Left Side of Engine, Below ECM 10
Fuel Injector No.1 BK At Fuel Injector 4,5
Fuel Injector No. 2 BK At Fuel Injector 4,5,6
Fuel Injector No. 3 BK At Fuel Injector 4,5,6
Fuel Injector No. 4 BK At Fuel Injector 4,5,6
Fuel Injector No. 5 BK At Fuel Injector 4,5,6
Fuel Injector No. 6 BK At Fuel Injector 4,5,6
Fuel Injector No. 7 BK At Fuel Injector 4,6
Fuel Injector No. 8 BK At Fuel Injector 4,6
Fuel Injector No. 9 BK At Fuel Injector 6
Fuel Injector No. 10 BK At Fuel Injector 6
Fuel Pump Module LTGY At Frame Rail 22
Fuel Transfer Pump (Diesel) Left Rear of Engine Bottom of
Pump10
BR/BE8W-90 CONNECTOR/GROUND LOCATIONS 8W - 90 - 3
CONNECTOR/GROUND LOCATIONS (Continued)

Splice Number Location Fig.
S123 (V10) Engine Harness, Near T/O to Fuel Injector No. 3 4
S124 (V6, V8) Engine Harness, Top of Transmission 5
S124 (V10) Engine Harness, In T/O to Transmission N/S
S126 (V6, V8) Engine Harness, Near T/O to Fuel Injector No. 1 3
S126 (V10) Engine Harness, Near T/O to Engine Ground 4, 6
S126 (Diesel) Transmission Harness, Near T/O to Powertrain Control Module 2
S127 (V6, V8) Engine Harness, on Top of Transmission 6, 5
S127 (V10) Engine Harness, Near T/O to Transmission 6
S127 (Diesel) Transmission Harness, Near T/O to A/C Low Pressure Switch 2
S128 (Diesel) Transmission Harness, Near T/O to Power Distribution Center 2
S130(V6, V8) Engine Harness, Near T/O to Oil Pressure Sensor 3
S131 (V10) Engine Harness, Rear of Engine 4
S134 Fog Lamp Harness, In T/O to Right Fog Lamp N/S
S136 Fog Lamp Harness, In T/O to Right Fog Lamp N/S
S141 Headlamp and Dash Harness, Near T/O to Joint Connector No. 3 8
S143 Headlamp and Dash Harness, Near T/O to Power Distribution Center 7
S144 Headlamp and Dash Harness, Near T/O to Joint Connector No. 3 8
S160 (Diesel) Engine Harness, Near Fuel Transfer Pump N/S
S161 (Diesel) Transmission Harness, In T/O to Power Distribution Center 2
S164 (Diesel) Engine Harness, Near Fuel Transfer Pump N/S
S165 (Diesel) Engine Harness, Near Engine Control Module N/S
S166 (Diesel) Engine Harness, Near Engine Control Module N/S
S167 (Diesel) Engine Harness, Near Fuel Transfer Pump N/S
S168 (Diesel) Engine Harness, Near T/O to Engine Coolant Temoerature Sensor N/S
S170 (Diesel) Engine Harness, In T/O to Engine Control Module N/S
S171 Transmission Harness, In T/O to Power Distribution Cente 2
S172 (Diesel) Transmission Harness, Near T/O to A/C Low Pressure Switch 2
S173 (Diesel) Transmission Harness, Near T/O to A/C Low Pressure Switch 2
S174 (Diesel) Transmission Harness, In T/O to Power Distribution Center 2
S175 Transmission Harness, In T/O to Power Distribution Center 2
S176 Headlamp and Dash Harness, In Power Distribution Center 7
S177 Headlamp and Dash Harness, In T/O to Daytime Running Lamps Module 7
S179 Transmission Harness, In T/O to Power Distribution Center 2
S180 Headlamp and Dash Harness, Near Intake Air Heater Relay 8
S181 Headlamp and Dash Harness, Near Intake Air Heater Relay 8
S182 Headlamp and Dash Harness, In T/O to Daytime Running Lamps Module 7
S183 Headlamp and Dash Harness, In Power Distribution Center 7
S184 (Diesel) Engine Harnes, in T/O to Engine Control Module N/S
S202 Instrument Panel Harness, Near Overdrive Switch 12
S203 Instrument Panel Harness, Near Overdrive Switch 12
S204 instrument Panel Harness, In T/O to Cup Holder Lamp 12
S207 Instrument Panel Harness, Near Blower Motor 12
S209 Steering Wheel Harness, Near Remote Radio Switch N/S
S210 Steering Wheel Harness, Near Remote Radio Switch N/S
S300 Body Harness, Left Side Instrument Panel 10
8W - 95 - 2 8W-95 SPLICE LOCATIONSBR/BE
SPLICE LOCATIONS (Continued)

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGÐCYLINDER
COMPRESSION PRESSURE
The results of a cylinder compression pressure test
can be utilized to diagnose several engine malfunc-
tions.
Ensure the battery is completely charged and the
engine starter motor is in good operating condition.
Otherwise, the indicated compression pressures may
not be valid for diagnosis purposes.
(1) Clean the spark plug recesses with compressed
air.
(2) Remove the spark plugs (Refer to 8 - ELEC-
TRICAL/IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK PLUG -
REMOVAL).
(3) Secure the throttle in the wide-open position.
(4) Disconnect the ignition coil.
(5) Insert a compression pressure gauge and rotate
the engine with the engine starter motor for three
revolutions.
(6) Record the compression pressure on the third
revolution. Continue the test for the remaining cylin-
ders.
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE - SPECIFICATIONS) for the
correct engine compression pressures.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGÐCYLINDER
COMBUSTION PRESSURE LEAKAGE
The combustion pressure leakage test provides an
accurate means for determining engine condition.
Combustion pressure leakage testing will detect:
²Exhaust and intake valve leaks (improper seat-
ing)
²Leaks between adjacent cylinders or into water
jacket²Any causes for combustion/compression pressure
loss
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE THE RADIATOR CAP
WITH THE SYSTEM HOT AND UNDER PRESSURE.
SERIOUS BURNS FROM HOT COOLANT CAN
OCCUR.
Check the coolant level and fill as required. DO
NOT install the radiator cap.
Start and operate the engine until it attains nor-
mal operating temperature, then turn OFF the
engine.
Remove the spark plugs.
Remove the oil filler cap.
Remove the air cleaner.
Calibrate the tester according to the manufactur-
er's instructions. The shop air source for testing
should maintain 483 kPa (70 psi) minimum, 1,379
kPa (200 psi) maximum and 552 kPa (80 psi) recom-
mended.
Perform the test procedure on each cylinder accord-
ing to the tester manufacturer's instructions. While
testing, listen for pressurized air escaping through
the throttle body, tailpipe or oil filler cap opening.
Check for bubbles in the radiator coolant.
All gauge pressure indications should be equal,
with no more than 25% leakage.
FOR EXAMPLE:At 552 kPa (80 psi) input pres-
sure, a minimum of 414 kPa (60 psi) should be main-
tained in the cylinder.
Refer to CYLINDER COMBUSTION PRESSURE
LEAKAGE DIAGNOSIS CHART below
CYLINDER COMBUSTION PRESSURE LEAKAGE DIAGNOSIS CHART
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
AIR ESCAPES THROUGH
THROTTLE BODYIntake valve bent, burnt, or not
seated properlyInspect valve and valve seat.
Reface or replace, as necessary
AIR ESCAPES THROUGH
TAILPIPEExhaust valve bent, burnt, or not
seated properlyInspect valve and valve seat.
Reface or replace, as necessary
AIR ESCAPES THROUGH
RADIATORHead gasket leaking or cracked
cylinder head or blockRemove cylinder head and inspect.
Replace defective part
MORE THAN 50% LEAKAGE
FROM ADJACENT CYLINDERSHead gasket leaking or crack in
cylinder head or block between
adjacent cylindersRemove cylinder head and inspect.
Replace gasket, head, or block as
necessary
MORE THAN 25% LEAKAGE AND
AIR ESCAPES THROUGH OIL
FILLER CAP OPENING ONLYStuck or broken piston rings;
cracked piston; worn rings and/or
cylinder wallInspect for broken rings or piston.
Measure ring gap and cylinder
diameter, taper and out-of-round.
Replace defective part as necessary
BR/BEENGINE 3.9L 9 - 9
ENGINE 3.9L (Continued)

(4) A controlled hone motor speed between 200 and
300 RPM is necessary to obtain the proper cross-
hatch angle. The number of up and down strokes per
minute can be regulated to get the desired 50É to 60É
angle. Faster up and down strokes increase the cross-
hatch angle.
(5) After honing, it is necessary that the block be
cleaned to remove all traces of abrasive. Use a brush
to wash parts with a solution of hot water and deter-
gent. Dry parts thoroughly. Use a clean, white, lint-
free cloth to check that the bore is clean. Oil the
bores after cleaning to prevent rusting.
STANDARD PROCEDUREÐHYDROSTATIC
LOCK
CAUTION: DO NOT use the starter motor to rotate
the crankshaft. Severe damage could occur.
When an engine is suspected of hydrostatic lock
(regardless of what caused the problem), follow the
steps below.
(1) Perform the Fuel Pressure Release Procedure
(Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(2) Disconnect the negative cable(s) from the bat-
tery.
(3) Inspect air cleaner, induction system, and
intake manifold to ensure system is dry and clear of
foreign material.
(4) Place a shop towel around the spark plugs to
catch any fluid that may possibly be under pressure
in the cylinder head. Remove the spark plugs.
(5) With all spark plugs removed, rotate the crank-
shaft using a breaker bar and socket.
(6) Identify the fluid in the cylinders (coolant, fuel,
oil, etc.).
(7) Be sure all fluid has been removed from the
cylinders.
(8) Repair engine or components as necessary to
prevent this problem from occurring again.
(9) Squirt a small amount of engine oil into the
cylinders to lubricate the walls. This will prevent
damage on restart.
(10) Install new spark plugs. Tighten the spark
plugs to 41 N´m (30 ft. lbs.) torque.
(11) Drain engine oil. Remove and discard the oil
filter.
(12) Install the drain plug. Tighten the plug to 34
N´m (25 ft. lbs.) torque.
(13) Install a new oil filter.
(14) Fill engine crankcase with the specified
amount and grade of oil. (Refer to LUBRICATION &
MAINTENANCE - SPECIFICATIONS).
(15) Connect the negative cable(s) to the battery.
(16) Start the engine and check for any leaks.
STANDARD PROCEDUREÐREPAIR DAMAGED
OR WORN THREADS
CAUTION: Be sure that the tapped holes maintain
the original center line.
Damaged or worn threads can be repaired. Essen-
tially, this repair consists of:
²Drilling out worn or damaged threads.
²Tapping the hole with a special Heli-Coil Tap, or
equivalent.
²Installing an insert into the tapped hole to bring
the hole back to its original thread size.
STANDARD PROCEDUREÐFORM-IN-PLACE
GASKETS & SEALERS
There are numerous places where form-in-place
gaskets are used on the engine. Care must be taken
when applying form-in-place gaskets to assure
obtaining the desired results.Do not use form-in-
place gasket material unless specified.Bead size,
continuity, and location are of great importance. Too
thin a bead can result in leakage while too much can
result in spill-over which can break off and obstruct
fluid feed lines. A continuous bead of the proper
width is essential to obtain a leak-free gasket.
There are numerous types of form-in-place gasket
materials that are used in the engine area. Mopart
Engine RTV GEN II, MopartATF-RTV, and Mopart
Gasket Maker gasket materials, each have different
properties and can not be used in place of the other.
MOPARtENGINE RTV GEN II
MopartEngine RTV GEN II is used to seal com-
ponents exposed to engine oil. This material is a spe-
cially designed black silicone rubber RTV that
retains adhesion and sealing properties when
exposed to engine oil. Moisture in the air causes the
material to cure. This material is available in three
ounce tubes and has a shelf life of one year. After one
year this material will not properly cure. Always
inspect the package for the expiration date before
use.
MOPARtATF RTV
MopartATF RTV is a specifically designed black
silicone rubber RTV that retains adhesion and seal-
ing properties to seal components exposed to auto-
matic transmission fluid, engine coolants, and
moisture. This material is available in three ounce
tubes and has a shelf life of one year. After one year
this material will not properly cure. Always inspect
the package for the expiration date before use.
MOPARtGASKET MAKER
MopartGasket Maker is an anaerobic type gasket
material. The material cures in the absence of air
when squeezed between two metallic surfaces. It will
not cure if left in the uncovered tube. The anaerobic
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material is for use between two machined surfaces.
Do not use on flexible metal flanges.
MOPARtGASKET SEALANT
MopartGasket Sealant is a slow drying, perma-
nently soft sealer. This material is recommended for
sealing threaded fittings and gaskets against leakage
of oil and coolant. Can be used on threaded and
machined parts under all temperatures. This mate-
rial is used on engines with multi-layer steel (MLS)
cylinder head gaskets. This material also will pre-
vent corrosion. MopartGasket Sealant is available in
a 13 oz. aerosol can or 4oz./16 oz. can w/applicator.
FORM-IN-PLACE GASKET AND SEALER
APPLICATION
Assembling parts using a form-in-place gasket
requires care but it's easier then using precut gas-
kets.
MopartGasket Maker material should be applied
sparingly 1 mm (0.040 in.) diameter or less of sealant
to one gasket surface. Be certain the material sur-
rounds each mounting hole. Excess material can eas-
ily be wiped off. Components should be torqued in
place within 15 minutes. The use of a locating dowel
is recommended during assembly to prevent smear-
ing material off the location.
MopartEngine RTV GEN II or ATF RTV gasket
material should be applied in a continuous bead
approximately 3 mm (0.120 in.) in diameter. All
mounting holes must be circled. For corner sealing, a
3.17 or 6.35 mm (1/8 or 1/4 in.) drop is placed in the
center of the gasket contact 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 usage of a
locating dowel is recommended during assembly to
prevent smearing material off the location.
MopartGasket Sealant in an aerosol can should be
applied using a thin, even coat sprayed completely
over both surfaces to be joined, and both sides of a
gasket. Then proceed with assembly. Material in a
can w/applicator can be brushed on evenly over the
sealing surfaces. Material in an aerosol can should be
used on engines with multi-layer steel gaskets.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
(2) Drain cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(3) Remove the upper crossmember and top core
support.
(4) Remove the transmission oil cooler (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/TRANSMISSION/TRANS COOLER -
REMOVAL).(5) Discharge the air conditioning system, if
equipped (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDI-
TIONING/PLUMBING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(6) Remove accessory drive belt (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS -
REMOVAL).
(7) Remove the A/C compressor with the lines
attached. Set aside.
(8) If equipped, remove the condenser (Refer to 24
- HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING/
A/C CONDENSER - REMOVAL).
(9) Remove the washer bottle.
(10) Remove the fan and fan shroud (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ENGINE/RADIATOR FAN - REMOVAL).
(11) Remove radiator (Refer to 7 - COOLING/EN-
GINE/RADIATOR - REMOVAL).
(12) Remove the generator with the wire connec-
tions (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/CHARGING/GEN-
ERATOR - REMOVAL).
(13) Remove the air cleaner box.
(14) Disconnect the throttle linkage.
(15) Remove throttle body (Refer to 14 - FUEL
SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/THROTTLE BODY -
REMOVAL).
(16) Remove the intake manifold (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD -
REMOVAL).
(17) Remove the distributor cap and wiring.
(18) Disconnect the heater hoses.
(19) Disconnect the power steering hoses, if
equipped.
(20) Perform the Fuel System Pressure release
procedure (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL
DELIVERY - STANDARD PROCEDURE).Disconnect
the fuel supply line (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/
FUEL DELIVERY/QUICK CONNECT FITTING -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(21) On Manual Transmission vehicles, remove the
shift lever.
(22) Raise and support the vehicle on a hoist.
(23) Remove the drain plug and drain the engine
oil.
(24) Remove engine front mount through-bolt nuts.
(25)Automatic TransmissionRemove the trans-
mission cooler line brackets from oil pan.
(26) Disconnect exhaust pipe at manifold.
(27) Remove starter motor (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/STARTING/STARTER MOTOR - REMOVAL).
(28)Manual TransmissionRemove the transmis-
sion.(Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/
MANUAL - REMOVAL).
(29) Lower the vehicle.
CAUTION: DO NOT lift the engine by the intake
manifold.
(30) Install an engine lifting fixture.
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ENGINE 3.9L (Continued)

CYLINDER HEAD
DESCRIPTIONÐCYLINDER HEAD
The cast iron cylinder heads (Fig. 5) are mounted
to the cylinder block using eight bolts. The spark
plugs are located in the peak of the wedge between
the valves.
DESCRIPTIONÐCYLINDER HEAD COVER
GASKET
The cylinder head cover gasket (Fig. 6) is a steel-
backed silicone gasket, designed for long life usage.
OPERATIONÐCYLINDER HEAD
The cylinder head closes the combustion chamber
allowing the pistons to compress the air fuel mixture to
the correct ratio for ignition. The valves located in the
cylinder head open and close to either allow clean air
into the combustion chamber or to allow the exhaust
gases out, depending on the stroke of the engine.
OPERATIONÐCYLINDER HEAD COVER
GASKET
The steel-backed silicone gasket is designed to seal
the cylinder head cover for long periods of time
through extensive heat and cold, without failure. The
gasket is designed to be reusable.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGÐCYLINDER HEAD
GASKET FAILURE
A cylinder head gasket leak can be located between
adjacent cylinders or between a cylinder and the
adjacent water jacket.
²Possible indications of the cylinder head gasket
leaking between adjacent cylinders are:
²Loss of engine power
²Engine misfiring
²Poor fuel economy
²Possible indications of the cylinder head gasket
leaking between a cylinder and an adjacent water
jacket are:
²Engine overheating
²Loss of coolant
²Excessive steam (white smoke) emitting from
exhaust
²Coolant foaming
CYLINDER-TO-CYLINDER LEAKAGE TEST
To determine if an engine cylinder head gasket is
leaking between adjacent cylinders, follow the proce-
dures in Cylinder Compression Pressure Test in this
section. An engine cylinder head gasket leaking
between adjacent cylinders will result in approxi-
mately a 50±70% reduction in compression pressure.
CYLINDER-TO-WATER JACKET LEAKAGE TEST
WARNING: USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN THE
ENGINE IS OPERATING WITH COOLANT PRES-
SURE CAP REMOVED.
VISUAL TEST METHOD
With the engine cool, remove the coolant pressure
cap. Start the engine and allow it to warm up until
thermostat opens.
If a large combustion/compression pressure leak
exists, bubbles will be visible in the coolant.
Fig. 5 Cylinder Head AssemblyÐ3.9L Engine
1 - SPARK PLUGS
2 - SPARK PLUG
3 - INTAKE VALVE
4 - EXHAUST VALVES
5 - INTAKE VALVES
6 - EXHAUST VALVE
Fig. 6 Cylinder Head Cover Gasket
1 - CYLINDER HEAD COVER GASKET
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