Incorrect 5.7L Engine Oil Dipstick – 2014-2015 Dodge Durango & Jeep Grand Cherokee

NUMBER: 09-010-15
GROUP: Engine
DATE: August 22, 2015

 

SUBJECT:

Incorrect 5.7L Engine Oil Dipstick

 

OVERVIEW:

This bulletin involves installing the correct engine oil indicator (Dipstick).

 

MODELS:

2014-2015	(WD)	Dodge Durango
2014-2015	(WK)	Jeep Grand Cherokee

 

NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles within the following markets/countries: NAFTA, EMEA, APAC OR LATAM.

NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles built on or before June 02, 2015 (MDH 0602XX) equipped with 5.7L Engine (Sales Codes EZH).

 

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:

The customer may notice blue smoke coming from the tail pipe after the vehicle was started. Also after performing an oil change the Dipstick may indicate the oil was low. When changing the oil and filter, service information shows 7 quarts / 6.6 liters are required. After installing 7 quarts / 6.6 liters the Dipstick may indicate the engine oil level is 1 quart / .95 liters low.

 

DIAGNOSIS:

If a customer describe the symptom/condition listed above, perform the Repair Procedure.

 

PARTS REQUIRED:

Qty.	Part No.	Description
1	53034186AD	Indicator, Engine Oil Level (Dipstick)

 

REPAIR PROCEDURE:

1. Remove the Dipstick from the tube and look for the part number.

Fig. 1 Location Of The Part Number On The Dipstick

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2. Is part number 53034186AD on the Dipstick?
   • Yes >>> This bulletin does not apply. Perform normal diagnostics.
   • No >>> Replace the Dipstick with part number 53034186AD.
3. Verify and adjust oil level.

 

POLICY:

Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.

 

TIME ALLOWANCE:

Labor Operation No:	Description	Skill Category	Amount
09-60-40-94	Indicator Engine Oil – Inspect and/or Replace (0 – Introduction)	8 – Engine Performance	0.2 Hrs.

 

FAILURE CODE:

ZZ	Service Action

 

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