check engine light DODGE RAM SRT-10 2006 Service Owners Manual

4.ASD RELAY
Install a substitute relay for the ASD Relay.
Attempt to startthe vehicle.
Did the engine start?
Ye s>>
Replace the ASD Relay.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 2.
No>>
Go To 5
5.(A14) FUSED B+ CIRCUITS
Turn the ignition off.
Remove the ASD Relay from the PDC.
Using a 12-volt test light, probe the (A14) Fused B+ circuits at the ASD Relay connector in the PDC.
Does the test light illuminate brightly?
Ye s>>
Go To 6
No>>
Repair the open or short to ground in the (A14) Fused B+ circuits. Inspect the related fuse and repair
as necessary.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
6.(K342) ASD RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT OPEN
Disconnect the PCM harness connectors.
Measure the resistance of the (K342) ASD Relay Output circuit from the ASD Relay cavity in the PDC to the PCM
harness connector.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?
Ye s>>
Go To 7
No>>
Repair the open in the (K342)ASD Relay Output circuit.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
7.PCM
NOTE: Before continuing, check the PCM harness connector terminals for corrosion, damage, or terminal
push out. Repair as necessary.
Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wire harness and connectors. Pay particular attention to all Power and
Ground circuits.
If there are no possible causes remaining, view repair.
Repair
Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module per Service Information.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)

3.(K125) GENERATOR SOURCE CIRCUIT OPEN
Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the Leak Detection Pump electrical harness connector.
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, actuate the Leak Detection Pump.
Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, check the (K125) Gen-
erator Source circuit at the LDP connector.
Does the test light illuminate brightly?
Ye s>>
Go To 4
No>>
Repair the open in the (K125) Generator Source circuit.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
4.LDP SOLENOID CONTROL OPERATION
Turn the ignition off.
Connect a 12-volt test light to a good 12-volt source.
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, actuate the Leak Detection Pump.
Probe the (K106) LDP Solenoid Control circuit with the test light while
the Pump is actuating.
Does the test light blink?
Ye s>>
Go To 5
No>>
Go To 8

When Monitored:
With the ignition key on and the engine speed greater than 0 RPM.
Set Condition:
When the PCM regulates the generator field and there are no detected field problems, but the voltage output
does not decrease.
Possible Causes
(K20) GENERATOR FIELD CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
GENERATOR FIELD COIL SHORTED TO GROUND
BATTERY TEMPERATURE SENSOR
PCM
Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)
Diagnostic Test
1.CHARGING SYSTEM OPERATION
NOTE: Battery must be fully charged and be capable of passing a load test.
NOTE: Generator Belt tension and condition must be checked before continuing.
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, read DTCs and the related Freeze Frame data then clear theDTCs.
With scan tool, actuate the Generator Field Driver.
With a 12-volt test light connected to ground, backprobe the (K20) Gen Field Control circuit in the back of Generator
Field harness connector.
Does the test light illuminate brightly and flash?
Ye s>>
Go To 2
No>>
Refer to the INTERMITTENT CONDITION Diagnostic Procedure.
Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
2.(K20) GEN FIELD CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the C2 PCM harness connector.
Disconnect the Generator Field Harness connector.
Carefully inspect the related connectors for corrosion or spread termi-
nals before continuing.
Measure the resistance between ground and the (K20) Generator Field
Driver circuit at the Generator Field harness connector.
Istheresistancebelow100ohms?
Ye s>>
Repair the short to ground in the (K20) Generator Field
Control circuit.
Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to
9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No>>
Go To 3

Possible Causes
(A103) FUSED B+ CIRCUIT
(Z429) BRAKE LAMP SWITCH GROUND CIRCUIT OPEN
BRAKE LAMP SWITCH
(B29) BRAKE SWITCH NO.1 SIGNAL CIRCUIT OPEN
(B29) BRAKE SWITCH NO.1 SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORT TO GROUND
PCM
Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)
Diagnostic Test
1.SCAN TOOL DOES NOT SHOW BRAKE SW PRESSED OR RELEASED
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool in Inputs/Outputs, read the Brake Switch state.
While observing the scan tool display, press and release the brake pedal several times.
Does the scan tool display Brake Switch PRESSED and RELEASED?
Ye s>>
The Brake Lamp Switch is operating properly at this time.
Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No>>
Go To 2
2.(A103) FUSED B+ CIRCUIT OPEN
Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the Brake Lamp Switch harness connector.
Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, probe the (A103) Fused
B+ circuit at the Brake Lamp Switch harness connector.
Does the test light illuminate brightly?
Ye s>>
Go To 3
No>>
Repair the open or short to ground in the (A103) Fused B+
circuit. Check and replace fuses as necessary.
Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to
9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)

6.(B29) BRAKE LAMP SWITCH SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
Measure the resistance between ground and the (B29) Brake Lamp
Switch Signal circuit at the Stop Lamp Switch harness connector.
Istheresistancebelow100ohms?
Ye s>>
Repair the short to ground in the (B29) Brake Lamp Switch
Signal circuit.
Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to
9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
No>>
Go To 7
7.(B29) BRAKE LAMP SWITCH SIGNAL LESS THAN 10.0 VOLTS
Connect the PCM harness connectors.
Connect the Brake Lamp Switch harness connector.
Brake pedal must be depressed in the next step.
Ignition on, engine not running.
Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, probe the (B29) Brake Lamp Switch Signal circuit at the Brake Lamp
Switch harness connector.
Is the test light illuminated and bright?
Ye s>>
Go To 8
No>>
Replace or adjust the brake switch.
Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
8.PCM
NOTE: Before continuing, check the PCM harness connector terminals for corrosion, damage, or terminal
push out. Repair as necessary.
Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wire harness and connectors. Pay particular attention to all Power and
Ground circuits.
If there are no possible causes remaining, view repair.
Repair
Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module per Service Information.
Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)

4.REFRIGERATION SYSTEM NOT PROPERLY CHARGED
Turn the ignition off.
Verify that the Refrigerant System is properly charged per Service Procedure.
Is the Refrigerant System properly charged?
Ye s>>
Go To 5
No>>
Properly charge the Refrigerant System per Service Information.
Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
5.HIGH PRESSURE CUT-OFF SWITCH
Turn the ignition off.
Verify the High Pressure Cut-Off Switch operation per Service Information.
Is the High Pressure Cut-Off Switch OK?
Ye s>>
Go To 6
No>>
Replace the High Pressure Cut-Off Switch.
Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
6.LOW PRESSURE SWITCH
Turn the ignition off.
Verify the Low Pressure Switch operation per Service Information.
Is the Low Pressure Switch OK?
Ye s>>
Go To 7
No>>
Replace the Low Pressure Switch.
Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
7.A/C CLUTCH COIL
Ignition on, engine not running.
Disconnect the A/C Compressor Clutch harness connector.
Connect a test light between the ground circuit and the A/C Clutch Relay Output circuit.
With the scan tool, actuate the A/C Clutch Relay.
Does the test light illuminate brightly on and off with the relay actuation?
Ye s>>
Replace the A/C Clutch Coil.
Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No>>
Go To 8
8.A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH GROUND CIRCUIT OPEN
Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the A/C Clutch harness connector.
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary.
Measure the resistance between ground and the A/C Compressor Clutch ground circuit in the A/C Clutch harness
connector.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?
Ye s>>
Go To 9
No>>
Repair the open in the A/C Compressor Clutch ground circuit.
Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.

BLOCK-ENGINE
DESCRIPTION
The cylinder block is made of cast iron.The block is a closed deck design with the left bank forward. To provide
high rigidity and improved NVH an enhanced compacted graphite bedplate isbolted to the block. The block design
allows coolant flow between the cylinders bores, and an internal coolant bypass to a single poppet inlet thermostat
is included in the cast aluminum front cover.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - CYLINDER BORE HONING
Before honing, stuff plenty of clean shop towels under
the bores and over the crankshaft to keep abrasive
materials from entering the crankshaft area.
1. Used carefully, the Cylinder Bore Sizing Hone
C-823, equipped with 220 grit stones, is the best
tool for this job. In addition to deglazing, it will
reduce taper and out-of-round, as well as removing
light scuffing, scoring and scratches. Usually, a few
strokes will clean up a bore and maintain the
required limits.
CAUTION: DO NOT use rigid type hones to remove
cylinder wall glaze.
2. Deglazing of the cylinder walls may be done if the
cylinder bore is straight and round. Use a cylinder
surfacing hone, Honing Tool C-3501, equipped with
280 grit stones (C-3501-3810). about 20-60
strokes, depending on the bore condition, will be
sufficient to provide a satisfactory surface. Using
honing oil C-3501-3880, or a light honing oil, avail-
able from major oil distributors.
CAUTION: DO NOT use engine or transmission oil, mineral spirits, or kerosene.
3. Honing should be done by moving the hone up and down fast enough to get a crosshatch pattern (1). The hone
marks should INTERSECT at 50° to 60° for proper seating of rings (2).
4. A controlled hone motor speed between 200 and 300 RPM is necessary to obtain the proper crosshatch angle.
The number of up and down strokes per minute can be regulated to get the desired 50° to 60° angle. Faster up
and down strokes increase the crosshatch 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 detergent. Dry parts thoroughly. Usea clean, white, lint-free cloth to check
that the bore is clean. Oil the bores after cleaning to prevent rusting.
CLEANING
Thoroughly clean the oil pan and engine block gasket surfaces.
Use compressed air to clean out:
The galley at the oil filter adaptor hole.
The front and rear oil galley holes.
The feed holes for the crankshaft main bearings.
Once the block has been completely cleaned, apply Loctite PST pipe sealantwith Teflon 592 to the threads of the
front and rear oil galley plugs. Tighten the 1/4 inch NPT plugs to 20 Nꞏm (177in. lbs.) torque. Tighten the 3/8 inch
NPT plugs to 27 Nꞏm (240 in. lbs.) torque.

SEAL-CRANKSHAFT OIL-REAR
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - REAR SEAL AREA LEAKS
Since it is sometimes difficult to determine the source of an oil leak in therear seal area of the engine, a more
involved inspection is necessary. The following steps should be followedto help pinpoint the source of the leak.
If the leakage occurs at the crankshaft rear oil seal area:
1. Disconnect the battery.
2. Raise the vehicle.
3. Remove torque converter or clutch housing cover and inspect rear of block for evidence of oil. Use a black light
to check for the oil leak:
a. Circular spray pattern generally indicates seal leakage or crankshaftdamage.
b. Where leakage tends to run straight down, possible causes are a porous block, oil galley pipe plugs, oil filter
runoff, and main bearing cap to cylinder block mating surfaces. See Engine, for proper repair procedures of
these items.
4. If no leaks are detected, pressurized the crankcase as outlined in the section, Inspection (Engine oil Leaks in
general)
CAUTION: Do not exceed 20.6 kPa (3 psi).
5. If the leak is not detected, very slowly turn the crankshaft and watch forleakage. If a leak is detected between
the crankshaft and seal while slowly turning the crankshaft, it is possible the crankshaft seal surface is damaged.
The seal area on the crankshaft could have minor nicks or scratches that canbe polished out with emery cloth.
CAUTION: Use extreme caution when crankshaft polishing is necessary to remove minor nicks or
scratches. The crankshaft seal flange is specially machined to complement the function of the rear oil seal.
6. For bubbles that remain steady with shaft rotation, no further inspection can be done until disassembled. (Refer
to 9 - ENGINE - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING), under the Oil Leak row, for components inspections on possible
causes and corrections.
7. After the oil leak root cause and appropriate corrective action have been identified, (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/EN-
GINE BLOCK/CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL - REAR - REMOVAL).
REMOVAL
NOTE: This procedure can be performed in vehi-
cle.
1. If being performed in vehicle, remove the transmis-
sion.
2. Remove the flexplate (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/EN-
GINE BLOCK/FLEX PLATE - REMOVAL).
NOTE: The crankshaft oil seal CAN NOT be reused
after removal.
NOTE: The crankshaft rear oil seal remover Spe-
cial Tool 8506 must be installed deeply into the
seal. Continue to tighten the removal tool into the
seal until the tool can not be turned farther. Fail-
ure to install tool correctly the first time will cause
tool to pull free of seal without removing seal from
engine.
3. Using Special Tool 8506 (2), remove the crankshaft rear oil seal (1)

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE OIL LEAK
Begin with a thorough visual inspection of the engine, particularly at thearea of the suspected leak. If an oil leak
source is not readily identifiable, thefollowingstepsshouldbefollowed:
1. Do not clean or degrease the engine at this time because some solvents maycause rubber to swell, temporarily
stopping the leak.
2. Add an oil soluble dye (use as recommended by manufacturer). Start the engine and let idle for approximately 15
minutes. Check the oil dipstick to make sure the dye is thoroughly mixed as indicated with a bright yellow color
under a black light.
3. Using a black light, inspect the entire engine for fluorescent dye, particularly at the suspected area of oil leak. If
the oil leak is found and identified, repair per service manual instructions.
4. If dye is not observed, drive the vehicle at various speeds for approximately 24 km (15 miles), and repeat inspec-
tion.If the oil leak source is not positively identified at this time, proceed with the air leak detection test method.
Air Leak Detection Test Method
1. Disconnect the breather cap to air cleaner hose at the breather cap end. Cap or plug breather cap nipple.
2. Remove the PCV valve from the cylinder head cover. Cap or plug the PCV valvegrommet.
3. Attach an air hose with pressure gauge and regulator to the dipstick tube.
CAUTION: Do not subject the engine assembly to more than 20.6 kPa (3 PSI) of test pressure.
4. Gradually apply air pressure from 1 psi to 2.5 psi maximum while applyingsoapy water at the suspected source.
Adjust the regulator to the suitable test pressure that provide the best bubbles which will pinpoint the leak
source. If the oil leak is detected and identified, repair per service manual procedures.
5. If the leakage occurs at the rear oil seal area, refer to the section, Inspection for Rear Seal Area Leak.
6. If no leaks are detected, turn off the air supply and remove the air hose and all plugs and caps. Install the PCV
valve and breather cap hose.
7. Clean the oil off the suspect oil leak area using a suitable solvent. Drive the vehicle at various speeds approx-
imately 24 km (15 miles). Inspect the engine for signs of an oil leak by usinga black light.
INSPECTION FOR REAR SEAL AREA LEAKS
Since it is sometimes difficult to determine the source of an oil leak in therear seal area of the engine, a more
involved inspection is necessary. The following steps should be followedto help pinpoint the source of the leak.
If the leakage occurs at the crankshaft rear oil seal area:
1. Disconnect the battery.
2. Raise the vehicle.
3. Remove torque converter or clutch housing cover and inspect rear of block for evidence of oil. Use a black light
to check for the oil leak:
a. Circular spray pattern generally indicates seal leakage or crankshaftdamage.
b. Where leakage tends to run straight down, possible causes are a porous block, oil galley pipe plugs, oil filter
runoff, and main bearing cap to cylinder block mating surfaces.
4. If no leaks are detected, pressurize the crankcase as outlined in the, Inspection (Engine oil Leaks in general)
CAUTION: Do not exceed 20.6 kPa (3 psi).
5. If the leak is not detected, very slowly turn the crankshaft and watch forleakage. If a leak is detected between
the crankshaft and seal while slowly turning the crankshaft, it is possible the crankshaft seal surface is damaged.
The seal area on the crankshaft could have minor nicks or scratches that canbe polished out with emery cloth.
CAUTION: Use extreme caution when crankshaft polishing is necessary to remove minor nicks and
scratches. The crankshaft seal flange is especially machined to complement the function of the rear oil seal.
6. For bubbles that remain steady with shaft rotation, no further inspection can be done until disassembled.

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CHECKING ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
1. Remove oil pressure sending unit (2) and install
gauge assembly C-3292.
2. Run engine until thermostat opens.
3. Oil Pressure:
Curb Idle - 25 kPa (4 psi) minimum
3000 rpm - 170 - 758 kPa (25 - 110 psi)
4. If oil pressure is 0 at idle, shut off engine. Check
for a clogged oil pick-up screen or a pressure relief
valve stuck open.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - REAR SEAL AREA LEAKS
Since it is sometimes difficult to determine the source of an oil leak in therear seal area of the engine, a more
involved inspection is necessary. The following steps should be followedto help pinpoint the source of the leak.
If the leakage occurs at the crankshaft rear oil seal area:
1. Disconnect the battery.
2. Raise the vehicle.
3. Remove torque converter or clutch housing cover and inspect rear of block for evidence of oil. Use a black light
to check for the oil leak:
a. Circular spray pattern generally indicates seal leakage or crankshaftdamage.
b. Where leakage tends to run straight down, possible causes are a porous block, oil galley pipe plugs, oil filter
runoff, and main bearing cap to cylinder block mating surfaces. See Engine, for proper repair procedures of
these items.
4. If no leaks are detected, pressurized the crankcase as outlined in the section, Inspection (Engine oil Leaks in
general)
CAUTION: Do not exceed 20.6 kPa (3 psi).
5. If the leak is not detected, very slowly turn the crankshaft and watch forleakage. If a leak is detected between
the crankshaft and seal while slowly turning the crankshaft, it is possible the crankshaft seal surface is damaged.
The seal area on the crankshaft could have minor nicks or scratches that canbe polished out with emery cloth.
CAUTION: Use extreme caution when crankshaft polishing is necessary to remove minor nicks or
scratches. The crankshaft seal flange is specially machined to complement the function of the rear oil seal.
6. For bubbles that remain steady with shaft rotation, no further inspection can be done until disassembled. (Refer
to 9 - ENGINE - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING), under the Oil Leak row, for components inspections on possible
causes and corrections.
7. After the oil leak root cause and appropriate corrective action have been identified, (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/EN-
GINE BLOCK/CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL - REAR - REMOVAL).