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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM1996CARAVAN V6-229 3.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINESYSTEM SPECIFICATIONSGENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
1996 Dodge and Ram Caravan V6-229 3.8L
General Specifications
1996 Dodge and Ram Caravan V6-229 3.8LSECTION General Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS.
Type 60° V-6 Engine
Bore 96.0 mm (3.779 inches)
Stroke 87.0 mm (3.425 inches)
Compression Ratio 8.9:1
Dispacement 3.8 Liters (231 cubic inches)
Brake Horsepower 162 @ 4400 RPM
Torque 213 lbs.ft @ 3600 RPM
Firing Order 1-2-3-4-5-6
Minimum Compression Pressure 689.5 kPa (100 psi)
Maximum Variation Between Cylinders 25%
Lubrication Pressure Feed/Full Flow Filtration
(Direct Crankshaft Driven Pump)
Cooling System Liquid Cooled/Forced Circulation
Cylinder Block Cast Iron
Crankshaft Nodular Iron
Cylinder Head Aluminum Alloy
Connecting Rods Forged Steel
Pistons Aluminum Alloy
Cylinder Number (Front to Rear)
Front Bank 2, 4, 6
Rear Bank 1, 3, 5
Type 60° V-6 Engine
Bore 96.0 mm (3.779 inches)
Stroke 87.0 mm (3.425 inches)
Compression Ratio 8.9:1
Dispacement 3.8 Liters (231 cubic inches)
Brake Horsepower 162 @ 4400 RPM
Torque 213 lbs.ft @ 3600 RPM
Firing Order 1-2-3-4-5-6
Minimum Compression Pressure 689.5 kPa (100 psi)
Maximum Variation Between Cylinders 25%
Lubrication Pressure Feed/Full Flow Filtration
(Direct Crankshaft Driven Pump)
Cooling System Liquid Cooled/Forced Circulation
Cylinder Block Cast Iron
Crankshaft Nodular Iron
Cylinder Head Aluminum Alloy
Connecting Rods Forged Steel
Pistons Aluminum Alloy
Cylinder Number (Front to Rear)
Front Bank 2, 4, 6
Rear Bank 1, 3, 5
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.