RAM 2500 Truck 4WD L6-5.9L DSL Turbo VIN 6 (1999)
Oil Pan: Service and Repair
Cleaning and Inspection
CLEANING
Remove all gasket material from the oil pan and cylinder block sealing surfaces. Extra effort may be required around T-joint areas. Clean oil pan and
flush suction tube with a suitable solvent.
INSPECTION
Inspect the oil pan, suction tube, and tube braces for cracks and damage. Replace any defective component. Inspect the oil drain plug and drain hole
threads. Inspect the oil pan sealing surface for straightness. Repair any minor imperfections with a ball-peen hammer. Do not attempt to repair an oil
pan by welding.