RAM 3500 Truck 2WD L6-5.9L DSL Turbo (2008)
3. Verify proper low pressure fuel supply to the injection pump. Perform the "In Tank Fuel Lift Pump Flow Test - Diesel". In a good system fuel flow
of **590 mL** in 10 seconds or better is expected. Be sure there is no air in the system. Is the low pressure fuel supply sufficient?
a. Yes >>> Go to Step # 4.
b. No >>> Repair the low pressure fuel supply system. Refer to the detailed diagnostic information available in TechCONNECT under: Service
Info, 9 - Engine, Diagnosis & Testing, Fuel Lift Pump - Diesel. - This bulletin does not apply.
4. Verify High Pressure Fuel Pump Performance. - Remove the fuel pump to rail high pressure fuel line. Inspect the fuel pump outlet port for rust,
debris, or other sign of contamination. - Is contamination present?
a. Yes >>> Go to Step # 6.
b. No >>> Go to Step # 5.
5. Verify fuel injection pump flow. - Route the high pressure fuel line to a graduated container. Crank the engine until fuel exits the line (with the
discharge line routed to atmosphere, fuel will discharge at 0 PSI). Crank the engine for three 10 second intervals, pausing to allow the starter to cool
between each crank event. Fuel flow specification is based on engine cranking speed. 1. Minimum fuel pump flow at 150 RPM; 70 mL in 30
seconds. 2. Minimum fuel pump flow at 200 RPM; 90 mL in 30 seconds. Is the fuel flow sufficient?
a. Yes >>> Go to Step # 8.
b. No >>> Step # 6.
6. This bulletin does not apply. Replace the fuel injection pump. Check for source of water to prevent future complaints. Refer to the detailed service
information available in TechCONNECT under: Service Info, 14 - Fuel System, Fuel Injection, Fuel Injection Pump.
7. Further diagnosis is necessary. This bulletin does not apply. Refer to SB 14-003-05.
8. Perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
SPECIAL TOOLS/EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Replace the FCA as follows, if the high pressure fuel pump is discharging the correct amount of fuel.
a. Remove the cap screws (3).
b. Using a (Clockwise/Counterclockwise) twisting motion, remove the FCA.
c. Using a (Clockwise/Counterclockwise) twisting motion, install the FCA.
d. Install the cap screws (3). Torque the cap screws in two steps. Step 1 - Torque all cap screws to 3 N.m (27 in. lbs.). Step 2 - Torque all cap
screws to 7 N.m (62 in. lbs.).
e. Start the engine to remove air from the fuel system. >> Go to Step # 2.
2. Repair Complete - For all years, perform powertrain verification test - 5.9L. Refer TechCONNECT > MY 2009 > DH - Ram 2500 Pick Up > 5.9L
Cummins > 28 - DTC-Based Diagnostics > MODULE, Engine Control (ECM), 5.9L > Standard Procedure > POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION
TEST - 5.9L.
