Grand Caravan FWD V6-3.3L VIN 3 Flex Fuel (2002)
Oil Filter: Customer Interest
Engine - Oil Leaks at Oil Filter or Adapter
NUMBER: 09-001-03
GROUP: Engine
DATE: Feb.28, 2003
SUBJECT:
Oil Filter Adaptor Service
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves installing a revised oil filter adaptor.
MODELS:
2001 - 2003
(RG)
Chrysler Voyager (International Markets)
2001 - 2003
(RS)
Town & Country/Caravan/Voyager
NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.3L OR 3.8L ENGINE (SALES CODES EGA, EGH, EGM).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Oil may be wicking at oil filter gasket or oil cooler gasket.
DIAGNOSIS:
Inspect the oil filter or oil cooler gasket for scratches or cuts. If any damage exists, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1.
Raise vehicle on hoist.
2.
Remove oil filter.
3.
Remove oil cooler attachment fitting and oil cooler if equipped.
4.
Disconnect oil pressure switch electrical connector.
5.
Remove oil filter adaptor attaching bolts.
6.
Remove oil filter adaptor and seal.
7.
Install revised oil filter adaptor, p/n 04781163AC, and gasket, p/n 04781166M. Tighten attaching bolts to 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.).
8.
Connect oil pressure switch electrical connector.
9.
Install oil cooler with new gasket, p/n 05093807M. Tighten oil cooler fitting to 27 Nm (240 in. lbs.).
10.
Lower vehicle on hoist.
11.
Fill oil to proper level.
