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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM1996NEON L4-2.0L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINESYSTEM SPECIFICATIONSSERVICE SPECIFICATIONSOIL PUMP
1996 Dodge and Ram Neon L4-2.0L SOHC
Oil Pump
1996 Dodge and Ram Neon L4-2.0L SOHCSECTION Oil Pump
Rotor Backlash 0.0080 [02]
Rotor To Body Clearance 0.0150
Rotor Endplay 0.0040 [01]
Rotor Thickness (Minimum)
Inner 0.301
Outer 0.301
Outer Rotor Diameter (Minimum) 3.148
Maximum Cover Flatness Variation 0.003
Relief Spring Free Length 2.390
Relief Spring Pressure, Lbs. @ Inches 18.0-19.0 @ 1.600
All measurements given in inches, unless otherwise specified.
[01] - Measured between pump cover mounting surface & end of gear using straightedge & feeler gauge.
[02] - Maximum inner & outer rotor tip clearance.
Rotor To Body Clearance 0.0150
Rotor Endplay 0.0040 [01]
Rotor Thickness (Minimum)
Inner 0.301
Outer 0.301
Outer Rotor Diameter (Minimum) 3.148
Maximum Cover Flatness Variation 0.003
Relief Spring Free Length 2.390
Relief Spring Pressure, Lbs. @ Inches 18.0-19.0 @ 1.600
All measurements given in inches, unless otherwise specified.
[01] - Measured between pump cover mounting surface & end of gear using straightedge & feeler gauge.
[02] - Maximum inner & outer rotor tip clearance.
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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.