Dakota 2WD L4-153 2.5L VIN K FI (1989)
Oil Filter: Customer Interest
Engine - Oil Filter, Difficulty in Removing
NO.:
09-12-92
GROUP:
Engine
DATE:
Sep. 21, 1992
SUBJECT:
Difficult To Remove And Replace Engine Oil Filter
NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO 4WD VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.9/5.2L ENGINE.
MODELS:
1989-1992 (AN) Dakota/Dakota Sport/Dakota Cab & Chassis
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Some difficulty may be experienced in removal or replacement of the engine oil filter on 4WD vehicles. A revised engine/disconnect
housing/transmission bracket is now available for easier access to the engine oil filter.
PARTS REQUIRED:
1
Bracket, Engine/Disconnect Housing/Transmission
52058086
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
This repair involves replacement of the engine/disconnect housing/transmission bracket with a revised bracket.
1.
Raise vehicle on hoist.
2.
Remove the two bottom axle support bolts.
3.
Remove the transmission mount bracket bolt.
4.
Remove the top engine mount bolt.
5.
Remove the 15 mm bolt to block and disconnect vacuum harness.