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2024 Dodge and Ram Durango SRT Hellcat Plus
Engine Mechanical Diagnostic Table
2024 Dodge and Ram Durango SRT Hellcat PlusSECTION Engine Mechanical Diagnostic Table
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| CONDITION | POSSIBLE CAUSES | CORRECTIONS |
|---|---|---|
| NOISY VALVES | 1. High or low oil level in crankcase | 1. Adjust the engine oil level. Refer to: ENGINE OIL SERVICEΒ . |
| 2. Thin or diluted oil | 2. Change oil and filter. | |
| 3. Low oil pressure | 3. Check oil pump, if OK, check rod and main bearings for excessive wear. | |
| 4. Dirt in lash adjusters | 4. Replace as necessary. | |
| 5. Worn rocker arms | 5. Replace as necessary. | |
| 6. Worn lash adjusters | 6. Replace as necessary. | |
| 7. Worn valve guides | 7. Inspect the valve guides for wear, cracks or looseness. If either condition exists, replace the cylinder head. Refer to: CYLINDER HEAD, REMOVALΒ . | |
| 8. Excessive runout of valve seats on valve faces | 8. Refinish the valve faces. Refer to: STANDARD PROCEDURE - REFACINGΒ . | |
| CONNECTING ROD NOISE | 1. Insufficient oil supply | 1. Check engine oil pressure. Refer to: STANDARD PROCEDURE - ENGINE OIL SERVICEΒ . |
| 2. Low oil pressure | 2. Check oil pump, if OK, check rod and main bearings for excessive wear. | |
| 3. Thin or diluted oil | 3. Change oil and filter. | |
| 4. Excessive bearing clearance | 4. Replace as necessary. | |
| 5. Connecting rod journal out of round | 5. Service or replace crankshaft. | |
| 6. Misaligned connecting rods | 6. Replace bent connecting rods. | |
| MAIN BEARING NOISE | 1. Insufficient oil supply | 1. Check engine oil pressure. Refer to: STANDARD PROCEDURE - ENGINE OIL SERVICEΒ . |
| 2. Low oil pressure | 2. Check oil pump, if OK, check rod and main bearings for excessive wear. | |
| 3. Thin or diluted oil | 3. Change oil and filter. | |
| 4. Excessive bearing clearance | 4. Replace as necessary. | |
| 5. Excessive end play | 5. Check thrust washers for wear. | |
| 6. Crankshaft journal out of round | 6. Service or replace crankshaft. | |
| 7. Loose flywheel or torque converter | 7. Tighten to correct torque. |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.