WARNING
Do not remove the radiator cap from a hot engine. Wait until the temperature is below 50ºC [120ºF] before removing the pressure cap. Failure to do so can result in personal injury from heated coolant spray or steam. Remove the filler cap slowly to relieve coolant system pressure. NOTE Never use a sealing additive to stop leaks in the coolant system. This can result in coolant system plugging and inadequate coolant flow causing the engine to over-heat.
Cause Correction Idle Speed Too Low Check / adjust low idle screw setting. OK Air in Fuel System Bleed the fuel system and check for suction leaks. OK Malfunctioning Fuel Return Overflow Valve Check / replace fuel return overflow valve. OK Fuel Transfer Pump Malfunctioning Check / replace fuel transfer pump. OK Injection Pump Timing…
CAUTION All air compressors have a small amount of lubricating oil carry over which lubricates the piston rings and moving parts. When this lubricating oil is exposed to normal air compressor operating temperatures over a period of time, the lubricating oil will form varnish or carbon deposits. If the following inspections are not done, the…
Cause Correction Incorrect Starting Procedure Refer to “The Starting Procedure Matrix“. OK Engine Cranking Speed too Slow Check Engine cranking RPM. Refer to “Engine Will Not Crank or Cranks Slowly“. OK Starting Aid Needed for Cold Weather Check/ repair or replace cold starting aid, if necessary. OK Air in the Fuel System Bleed fuel system and…
Cause Correction Low Fuel Level in Tank Fill fuel supply tank. OK Idle Speed Too Low Check / adjust low idle screw setting. OK Air in the Fuel System Bleed fuel system and check for suction leaks. OK Fuel Supply Restricted Clean or replace pre-filters and screens, check for fuel line restrictions. OK One or more…
The massive 8.0 Magnum V10 was available in the 1994 to 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 models. Its 310hp and 450tq made it the most powerful gasoline engine available in a passenger pickup truck. Dodge Ram V10 Magnum engines also offer the full 450 lb-ft of torque at a mere 2,400 RPM’s. The low-end…
Purpose:To determine if the PCM has detected any historical or intermittent fault conditions that would cause a hard start/no start symptom. The condition that caused a continuous DTC may no longer exist. Recommended Procedure: Perform the necessary vehicle preparation and visual inspection. Connect the OBDII Scan Tool / Tester to the DLC under the dash….
