09-001-13
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Gasoline engine diagnostic inspection procedure this bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs
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NUMBER: GROUP: DATE: 09-001-13 Engine February 06, 2013 This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, or otherwise, without written permission of Chrysler Group LLC. SUBJECT: Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure OVERVIEW: This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs or removal of engine components. MODELS: 2007 - 2008 CS Pacifica 2007 - 2008 DR Ram 1500 Pickup 2009 - 2013 DS Ram 1500 Pickup 2007 - 2009 DH Ram 2500 Pickup 2010 - 2013 DJ Ram 2500 Pickup 2007 - 2009 D1 Ram 3500 Pickup 2013 D2 Ram 3500 Pickup 2009 DC Ram 3500 Cab Chassis 2012 - 2013 DD Ram 3500 Cab Chassis 2007 - 2009 HB Durango 2009 HG Aspen 2007 - 2013 JK Wrangler 2007 - 2013 JS Sebring/200/Avenger 2007 KJ Liberty 2008 - 2012 KK Liberty 2007 - 2011 KA Nitro 2007 - 2013 LX 300/Magnum/Charger 2011 - 2013 LD Charger 2008 - 2013 LC Challenger 2007 - 2013 MK Compass/Patriot 2007 - 2012 PM Caliber 2007 - 2010 PT PT Cruiser 09-001-13 -2- 2007 - 2011 ND Dakota 2007 RS Town & Country/Voyager/Grand Caravan 2008 - 2013 RT Town & Country/Grand Caravan 2007 - 2013 WK Grand Cherokee 2007 - 2010 XK Commander 2009 - 2013 JC Journey 2012 - 2013 WD Durango 2013 PF Dart 2012 - 2013 FF Fiat 500 NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine repaired in the United States and Canada only. DIAGNOSIS: Engine Noise Diagnosis 1. Does engine exhibit an audible knock or tapping type noise at normal operating temperature? a. Yes>>> Proceed to Step 2. b. No>>> No further action necessary. 2. Perform Injector Kill Test (note: Injector Kill test may not be available on wiTECH for all vehicles. Manual injector deactivation may be necessary). Does the engine noise change in sound/intensity? a. Yes>>> Remove engine oil pan and inspect connecting rod and main bearings for damage, then proceed to Step 3. b. No>>> Continue normal diagnosis to pinpoint cause of noise, then proceed to Step 3. 3. Complete the Repair/Replace Powertrain Worksheet (70% rule analysis) available in TechCONNECT> Repair Information> Diagnostic Check Sheets> Repair Replace Worksheet. Oil Consumption Diagnosis 1. Perform the Oil Consumption Test located in TechCONNECT>Service Info>09 Engine>Diagnosis and Testing>Oil Consumption Test and Diagnosis. (Note: This procedure can be found utilizing any 2011 Model Year and later Year/Model/Engine selection) Did the vehicle pass the Oil Consumption Test? a. Yes>>> No further action necessary. b. No>>> Proceed to Step 2. 2. Check the Positive Crankcase Ventilation(PCV) system. Make sure the system is not restricted and the PCV valve has the correct part number and correct vacuum source (18-20 in. Hg at idle below 3000 ft. above sea level is considered normal). Were any issues noted? a. Yes>>> Repair as necessary. b. No>>> Proceed to Step 3. 3. Perform a Cylinder Compression Test and record the results. (Note: Refer to the applicable service information for the vehicle in question to locate Cylinder Compression Test Specifications) -3- 09-001-13 4. Perform a Cylinder Leak Down Test (Note: Cylinder leakage should not exceed 15%) Did the vehicle pass the Cylinder Compression Test and Cylinder Leak Down Test? a. Yes>>> No further action necessary. b. No>>> Continue normal diagnosis to pinpoint cause of failure then complete the Repair/Replace Powertrain Worksheet (70% rule analysis) available in TechCONNECT> Repair Information> Diagnostic Check Sheets> Repair Replace Worksheet. POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty. NOTE: These labor operation numbers are only to be used when repair exceeds 70% of the cost of engine long block assembly replacement. Also, these labor operation numbers are to be used in conjunction with a corresponding primary labor operation number. NOTE: Returned engine assemblies received with missing components are subject to warranty part return chargebacks. See Warranty Administration Manual, Parts Section, Warranty Parts Return (United States Only). NOTE: Warranty repairs claiming any engine long block replacement Labor Operation Numbers must include a completed Diagnostic Check Sheet. Refer to US Warranty Bulletin D-13-03 or Canadian Warranty Bulletins 2013-01/2012-11, available in DealerCONNECT under: efiles>Service>Warranty>CDJR Bulletins (Canada: efiles>Service>Warranty>Service Administration Bulletins), for additional information. TIME ALLOWANCE: Labor Operation No: Description Amount 09-01-70-70 Long Block 4 cylinder engine, compression and leak down test (3 - Highly Skilled) 0.6 Hrs. 09-01-70-71 Long Block 6 cylinder engine, compression and leak down test (3 - Highly Skilled) 0.8 Hrs. 09-01-70-72 Long Block 8 cylinder engine, compression and leak down test (3 - Highly Skilled) 1.8 Hrs. 09-01-70-72 Long Block 8 cylinder engine, compression and leak down test, Challenger and Charger/300/Magnum Only (3 - Highly Skilled) 1.1 Hrs. 09-01-70-75 Long Block 4 cylinder engine, main and rod bearing inspection (3 - Highly Skilled) 1.5 Hrs. 09-01-70-76 Long Block 6 cylinder engine, main and rod 2.0 Hrs. bearing inspection, Front Wheel Drive Only (3 Highly Skilled) 09-001-13 -4- 09-01-70-76 Long Block 6 cylinder engine, main and rod bearing inspection, Rear Wheel Drive Only (3 Highly Skilled) 2.3 Hrs. 09-01-70-77 Long Block 8 cylinder engine, main and rod bearing inspection (3 - Highly Skilled) 2.3 Hrs.