System, Closed Crankcase Ventilation (CCV): Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Clean the filter sealing surface on the cylinder head cover (2) with a clean shop towel.
- Install a new gasket (1) onto the cylinder head cover (2).
- Apply clean engine oil to the two bottom O-ring (1) on the breather element (2) and install the new breather element onto the cylinder head cover.
- Apply clean engine oil to the top O-ring (1) on the breather element (2).
- Install the breather element (1) onto the cylinder head cover (2).CAUTION:
The use of air tools is not recommended as damage to the component may result.
- Install the breather cover (2) and the oil fill cap. Tighten bolts (1) to 10 N.m (89 in. lbs.).
- Install the breather hose (2) onto the breather cover.
- Connect the crankcase pressure sensor wire harness connector (1).
- Install the engine cover (3). Tighten bolts (1) to 10 N.m (89 in. lbs.).
- Install the engine oil dipstick (2).
- Connect both negative battery cables.