RAM 2500 Van V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2000)
(2) Using proper plug drive, drive cup plug into hole. The sharp edge of the plug should be at least 0.50 mm (0.020 inch) inside the lead-in chamfer.
(3) It is not necessary to wait for curing of the sealant. The cooling system can be filled and the vehicle placed in service immediately.
OIL LINE PLUG
Fig. 77
The oil line plug is located in the vertical passage at the rear of the block between the Oil-To-Filter and Oil-From-Filter passages (Fig. 77). Improper
installation or plug missing could cause erratic, low or no oil pressure.
(1) Remove oil pressure sending unit from back of block.
(2) Insert a 3.175 mm (1/8 inch) finish wire or equivalent into passage.
(3) Plug should be 190.0 to 195.2 mm (7-1/2 to 7-11/16 inches) from machined surface of block (Fig. 77). If plug is too high, use a suitable flat
dowel to position properly.
(4) If plug is too low, remove oil pan and rear main bearing cap. Use suitable flat dowel to position properly. Coat outside diameter of plug with
Mopar (stud and bearing mount adhesive), or equivalent. Plug should be 54.0 to 57.7 mm (2-1/8 to 2-5/16 inches) from bottom of the block.
(5) Assemble engine and check oil pressure.
