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TSB 09-006-04

Low Engine Oil Pressure At Start Up In Temperatures below Freezing

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Date: February 17, 2004

Models: 2003 (DR) Ram Truck

NOTE: This Bulletin Applies To Vehicles Equipped With 5.7L Engines.

Overview:
This bulletin involves replacing the engine oil pump pick up tube.

Symptom/Condition:
Some customers may intermittently experience an oil pressure gauge indicating low oil pressure at start up in below freezing temperatures.

Diagnosis:
If customers indicate that the condition is present, perform the Repair Procedure.

Parts Required:
Qty. Part No. Description
1 53021522AD Oil Pump Pick Up Tube

Special Tools/Equipment Required:

8534 Engine Support Tool

Repair Procedure: 
1.      Using the procedures outlined in the 2003 Ram Truck Service Manual, publication number 81-370-03059, section 9 page 218, Remove thew engine oil pump and pick up tube.
2. Check the oil pressure relief valve for any irregularities that could cause the valve to stick open. Repair as necessary
3. Install the new pick up tube, p/n 53021522AD.

Policy:    Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.

Time Allowance:

Labor Operation No:   Description Amount
09-65-55-91 Install Oil Pump Pick Up Tube - 4 X 2 2.8 Hrs.
09-65-55-92 Install Oil Pump Pick Up Tube - 4 X 4 - 1500 Series 2.4 Hrs
09-65-55-93 Install Oil Pump Pick Up Tube - 4 X 4 - 2500/3500 Series 1.1 Hrs

Failure Code:

60   Insufficient Lubrication

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