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

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 as necessary.
4. If dye is not observed, drive the vehicle at various speeds for approximately 24 km (15 miles), and repeat inspec-
tion.
5.If the oil leak source is not positively identified at this time, proceed with the air leak detection test method
as follows:
1. Disconnect the PCV hoses at the cylinder head covers and plug or cap the outlet on the covers.
2. 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.
3. Gradually apply air pressure from 6.89 kPa (1 psi) to 17.23 kPa (2.5 psi) maximum while applying soapy water
at the suspected source. Adjust the regulator to the suitable test pressure that provides the best bubbles which
will pinpoint the leak source. If the oil leak is detected and identified, repair per service manual procedures.
4. If the leakage occurs at the crankshaft 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. Remove the air hose, allplugs, and caps. Connect the PCV
hoses. Proceed to next step.
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.
NOTE: If oil leakage is observed at the dipstick tube to oil pan location; remove the tube, clean and reseal
using Mopar
Stud & Bearing Mount (press fit tube applications only), and for O-ring style tubes, remove
tube and replace the O-ring seal.
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 clutch housing inspection cover and inspect rear of block for evidence of oil. Use a black light to check
for the oil leak. If a leak is present in this area, remove transmission for further inspection.
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 gallery cup plug or rear
crankshaft seal retainer gasket leak. See proper repair procedures for these items.
4. If no leaks are detected, pressurize the crankcase as previously described.
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.
7. After the oil leak root cause and appropriate corrective action have been identified, replace component(s) as
necessary.

CLEANING
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
1. Before cleaning, check for leaks, damage and
cracks.
2. Clean cylinder head and oil passages.
3. Check cylinder head for flatness.
4. Inspect all surfaces with a straightedge (2) if there
is any reason to suspect leakage. If out-of-flatness
exceeds 0.019 mm (0.00075 in.) times the span
length in inches in any direction, either replace
head or lightly machine the head surface. As an
example, if a 12.0 inch span is 1.0 mm (0.004 in.)
out-of-flat, allowable is 12 x 0.019 mm (0.00075 in.)
equals 0.22 mm (0.009 in.). This amount of out-of-
flat is acceptable. *Maximum of 0.2 mm (0.008 in.)
for grinding is permitted.
CAUTION: This is a combined total dimension of
stock removal from cylinder head surface.
INSTALLATION - CYLINDER HEAD(S)
NOTE: This procedure covers either the left or
right cylinder head.
1. Clean all surfaces of engine block and cylinder
heads (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PRO-
CEDURE - ENGINE GASKET SURFACE PREPA-
RATION).
CAUTION: Remove all gasket material from cylin-
der head and block using a plastic scraper only.
DO NOT use a metal scraper, as damage to seal-
ing surface may occur.
NOTE: A multi-layer steel head gasket is used.
2. Install new gasket(s) on the engine block. Assure all coolant passages and bolt holes align properly..
CAUTION: Cylinder head bolts are coated, DO NOT
oil.
3. Install cylinder head(s) over dowel pins. Install cyl-
inder head bolts 1–12. Tighten cylinder head bolts
1–12 in the sequence shown in using a two step
torque sequence:
a. Firstto47Nꞏm(35ft.lbs.).
b. Second to 122 Nꞏm (90 ft. lbs.).
4. After cylinder head bolts 1-12 have been tightened
to specifications, install and tighten cylinder head tappet gallery bolts A-H in sequence shown to 11 Nꞏm (95 in.
lbs.).

LUBRICATION
DESCRIPTION
The engine lubrication system is a full-flow filtration pressure feed type.
OPERATION
Engine oil stored in the oil pan is taken in and discharged by an internal geartypeoilpump,whichisdrivenbythe
crankshaft. A pressure relief valve is located in the timing chain case cover; it regulates oil pressure. The oil is
pumped through an oil filter and feeds a main oil gallery. Also, oil is routedtoanexternaloilcooler.Themainoil
gallery feeds oil under pressure to the main bearings, connecting rod bearings, and camshaft bearings. Passages in
the cylinder block feed oil to the hydraulic lifters. The oil then flows through hollow pushrods, which feed the rocker
arm pivots.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
CHECKING ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
1. Remove oil pressure sensor (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL PRESSURE SENSOR - REMOVAL).
2. Install oil pressure gauge.
3. Warm engine at high idle until thermostat opens.
CAUTION: If oil pressure is 0 at idle, Do Not Run engine at 3000 RPM.
4. Oil pressure should be 68.9 kPa (10 psi) at idle or 310 - 517 kPa (45 - 75 psi)at 3000 RPM.
5. 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.
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. Remove the PCV valve from the IAFM. Cap or plug the PCV valve grommet.
2. 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.
3. Gradually apply air pressure from 6.89 - 17.23 kPa (1 - 2.5 psi) maximum while applying soapy water at the
suspected source. Adjust the regulator to the suitable test pressure thatprovide the best bubbles which will pin-
point the leak source. If the oil leak is detected and identified, repair per service manual procedures.
4. If the leakage occurs at the rear oil seal area, refer to the section, Inspection for Rear Seal Area Leak.
5. If no leaks are detected, turn off the air supply and remove the air hose and all plugs and caps. Install the PCV
valve.
6. 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, distributor seal, camshaft
bore cup plugs 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.

BLOCK-ENGINE
DESCRIPTION
The cylinder block is made of a sand-cast aluminum alloy. The cylinder block has interference-fit cast iron cylinder
liners. The cylinder liners are thermally installed during block manufacturing; they are not serviceable items.
Six iron main bearing caps use four bolts per cap; two vertical and two horizontal. A crankshaft oil scraper is
attached to the main bearing caps via extended main bearing cap bolts and nuts.
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. The hone
marks should INTERSECT at 50° to 60° for proper seating of rings.
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
CAUTION: Remove all gasket material from cylinder block using a plastic gasket scraper and MoparBrake
Parts Cleaner or the equivalent, this will prevent damage to the cylinder block.
1. When cleaning the cylinder block, remove the oil gallery plugs at the front and rear of the block.
2. Spray compressed air into all oil gallery passages to ensure they are clear of blockage.
3. Use a wooden or plastic scraper and MOPAR
Brake Parts Cleaner or the equivalent to remove the old gasket.
4. Clean the oil passages in the crankshaft with a brush.

INSTALLATION
3.7L
1. If fuel injectors are to be installed, (Refer to 14 -
FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/FUEL INJEC-
TOR - INSTALLATION).
2. Clean out fuel injector machined bores in intake
manifold.
3. Apply a small amount of engine oil to each fuel
injector O-ring. This will helpin fuel rail installation.
4. Position fuel rail/fuel injector assembly to machined
injector openings in cylinder head.
5. Guide each injector into cylinder head. Be careful
not to tear injector O-rings.
6. Pushrightside of fuel rail down until fuel injectors
have bottomed on cylinder head shoulder. Push
leftfuel rail down until injectors have bottomed on
cylinder head shoulder.
7. Install 4 fuel rail mounting bolts and tighten. (Refer
to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY - SPECI-
FICATIONS)
8. Install 6 ignition coils. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/IGNITION COIL - INSTALLA-
TION)
9. Connect electrical connectors to throttle body.
10. Connect electrical connectors at all fuel injectors.
To install connector, refer to. Push connector onto
injector (1) and then push and lock red colored slider (2). Verify connector is locked to injector by lightly tugging
on connector.
11. Connect necessary vacuum lines to throttle body.
12. Install air resonator mounting bracket near front of throttle body (2 bolts).
13. Connect fuel line latch clip and fuel line to fuel rail. (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/QUICK
CONNECT FITTING - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
14. Install air box to throttle body.
15. Install air duct to air box.
16. Connect battery cable to battery.
17. Start engine and check for leaks.

4.7L
1. If fuel injectors are to be installed, (Refer to 14 -
FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/FUEL INJEC-
TOR - INSTALLATION).
2. Clean out fuel injector machined bores in intake
manifold.
3. Apply a small amount of engine oil to each fuel
injector O-ring. This will helpin fuel rail installation.
4. Position fuel rail/fuel injector assembly to machined
injector openings in cylinder head.
5. Guide each injector into cylinder head. Be careful
not to tear injector O-rings.
6. Pushrightside of fuel rail down until fuel injectors
have bottomed on cylinder head shoulder. Push
leftfuel rail down until injectors have bottomed on
cylinder head shoulder.
7. Install 4 fuel rail mounting bolts and tighten. (Refer
to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY - SPECI-
FICATIONS)
8. Install 8 ignition coils. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/IGNITION COIL - INSTALLA-
TION)
9. Connect electrical connectors to throttle body.
10. Connect electrical connectors at all fuel injectors.
To install connector, refer to. Push connector onto
injector (1) and then push and lock red colored slider (2). Verify connector is locked to injector by lightly tugging
on connector.
11. Connect necessary vacuum lines to throttle body.
12. Install air resonator mounting bracket near front of throttle body (2 bolts).
13. Connect fuel line latch clip and fuel line to fuel rail. (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/QUICK
CONNECT FITTING - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
14. Install air box to throttle body.
15. Install air duct to air box.
16. Connect battery cable to battery.
17. Start engine and check for leaks.

5.7L
1. If fuel injectors are to be installed, (Refer to 14 -
FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/FUEL INJEC-
TOR - INSTALLATION).
2. Clean out fuel injector machined bores in intake
manifold.
3. Apply a small amount of engine oil to each fuel
injector O-ring. This will helpin fuel rail installation.
4. Position fuel rail/fuel injector assembly to machined
injector openings in intake manifold.
5. Guide each injector into intake manifold. Be careful
not to tear injector O-rings.
6. Pushrightside of fuel rail down until fuel injectors
have bottomed on shoulders. Pushleftfuel rail
down until injectors have bottomed on shoulders.
7. Install 4 fuel rail holddown clamps and 4 mounting
bolts (1) (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL
DELIVERY - SPECIFICATIONS).
8. Connect electrical connector to throttle body.
9. Connect electrical connectors at all fuel injectors.
Push connector onto injector (1) and then push and
lock red colored slider (2). Verify connector is
locked to injector by lightly tugging on connector.
10. Connect fuel line latch clip and fuel line to fuel
rail. (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIV-
ERY/QUICK CONNECT FITTING - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
11. Install air resonator to throttle body (2 bolts).
12. Install flexible air duct to air box.
13. Connect battery cable to battery.
14. Start engine and check for leaks.
8.3L - SRT-10
1. Install the fuel injectors to the fuel rail.
2. Install fuel rail under throttle body.
3. Apply a light coating of clean engine oiltotheO-ringonthenozzleendofeach injector.
4. Insert fuel injector nozzles into openings in intake manifold. Seat theinjectors in place. Tighten fuel rail bolts to
12 Nꞏm (105 in. lbs.).
5. Attach electrical connectors to fuel injectors.

12. Remove the fuel injector from the fuel rail.
INSTALLATION
3.7/ 4.7/ 5.7L
1. Install fuel injector(s) into fuel rail assembly and install retainingclip(s).
2. If same injector(s) is being reinstalled, install new O-ring(s).
3. Apply a small amount of clean engine oil to each injector O-ring. This will aid in installation.
4. Install fuel rail. (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL RAIL - INSTALLATION)
5. Start engine and check for fuel leaks.
8.3L - SRT-10
1. Install the fuel injectors to the fuel rail.
2. Install fuel rail under throttle body.
3. Apply a light coating of clean engine oiltotheO-ringonthenozzleendofeach injector.
4. Insert fuel injector nozzles into openings in intake manifold. Seat theinjectors in place. Tighten fuel rail bolts to
12 Nꞏm (105 in. lbs.).
5. Attach electrical connectors to fuel injectors.
6. Connect the electrical connector to the MAP sensor and Coolant Temperature sensor.
7. Connect the electrical connector to the TPS and Idle Air Control.
8. Install the wiring harness to the wiring clips under the throttle body.
9. Connect fuel supply tube to fuel rail. Refer to Quick Connect Fittings inthe Fuel Delivery section
10. Install the negative battery cable and install the battery cover.
11. Install the air cleaner assembly, refer to the Engine/Air Intake System/Air Cleaner Housing for more information.
12. Use the DRBIII
scan tool ASD Fuel System Test to pressurize the fuel system. Check for leaks.

INSTALLATION
3.7L V-6
The Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) (1) is mounted to
the throttle body.
The throttle shaft end of throttle body slides into a
socket in TPS. The TPS must be installed so that it
can be rotated a few degrees. (If sensor will not
rotate, install sensor with throttle shaft on other side of
socket tangs). The TPS will be under slight tension
when rotated.
1. Install TPS and retaining screws.
2. Tighten screws to 7 Nꞏm (60 in. lbs.) torque.
3. Connect TPS electrical connector to TPS.
4. Manually operate throttle (by hand) to check for
any TPS binding before starting engine.
5. Install air cleaner tube to throttle body.