New Product Information

New Product Information

The purpose of New Product Information is to highlight or indicate important product changes from the previous model year.

Changes may include 1 or more of the following items:

* Torque values and/or fastener tightening strategies
* Changed engine specifications
* New sealants and/or adhesives
* Disassembly and assembly procedure revisions
* Engine mechanical diagnostic procedure revisions
* New special tools required
* A component comparison from the previous year

Torque Values and/or Fastener Tightening Strategies

All fasteners and threaded holes on the 6.0 liter engine utilize metric threads.

Changed Engine Specifications

No changes to the engine specifications.

Disassembly and Assembly Procedure Revisions

A new design inverted-lip crankshaft rear oil seal is now used.

Engine Mechanical Diagnostic Procedure Revisions

All diagnosis on a vehicle should follow a logical process. Strategy based diagnostics is a uniform approach for repairing all systems. The diagnostic flow may always be used in order to resolve a system problem. The diagnostic flow is the place to start when repairs are necessary. For a detailed explanation, refer to Strategy Based Diagnosis or Diagnostic Starting Point - Engine Mechanical. Strategy Based Diagnosis Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

New Special Tools Required

Oil pressure gage adapter EN-47971 is now required for oil pressure testing. The new design oil filter with internal bypass valve requires a larger diameter oil filter fitting.

A Component Comparison from the Previous Year

* The oil filter bypass valve is now internal to the oil filter.
* A new design inverted-lip crankshaft rear oil seal is now used.