Disassembly and Assembly

The content of this article reflects changes called for in TSB 26-09-96.

NOTE: The Chain Case Cover (CCC) contains 2 pressure relief valves both are identical.





DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove oil filter adapter.
2. To remove the relief valves, proceed as follows:
3. Drill a 3.175 mm (1/8 inch) hole into the relief valve retainer cap and insert a self-threading sheet metal screw into cap.





4. Clamp screw into a vise and while supporting chain case cover, remove cap by tapping CCC using a soft hammer. Discard retainer cap and remove spring and relief valve.
5. Remove oil pump cover screws, and lift off cover.
6. Remove pump rotors.





7. Wash all parts in a suitable solvent and inspect carefully for damage or wear.





ASSEMBLY
1. Assemble pump, using new parts as required. Assemble with chamfer side to the inside of chain case cover. Apply a 1.0 mm (0.04 inch) bead of Mopar (R) Gasket Maker to oil pump cover and assemble cover immediately.
2. Tighten cover screws to 23 Nm (200 inch lbs.).
3. Prime oil pump before installation by filling rotor cavity with engine oil.
4. Install timing cover slowly.
5. Install oil filter adapter with new gasket and torque to 11 Nm (95 inch lbs.).