12 Valve Engine Specs
Horse Power (SAE net)
215 bhp @ 2600 RPM - 1996-98 49 State Manual Transmissions
180 bhp @ 2500 RPM - 1996-98 All Auto Transmissions
180 bhp @ 2500 RPM - 1996-98 CA Manual Transmissions
175 bhp @ 2500 RPM - 1994-95 Manual Transmissions
160 bhp @ 2500 RPM - 1994-95 Auto Transmissions
Torque (SAE net)
440 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM - 1996-98 49 State Manual Transmissions
420 lb-ft @ 1500 RPM - 1996-98 All Auto Transmissions
420 lb-ft @ 1500 RPM - 1996-98 CA Manual Transmissions
420 lb-ft @ 1500 RPM - 1994-95 Manual Transmissions
400 lb-ft @ 1500 RPM - 1994-95 Auto Transmissions
Engine: 5.9-Liter, OHV, Diesel Six-Cylinder
Type & Description: Six cylinder, in line, liquid cooled, turbocharged, intercooled
Displacement: 359 cu. in. (5.9 L)
Bore x Stroke: 4.02 x 4.72 (102.1 x 119.9)
Construction: Cast iron block & head
Compression 17.5:1
Oil Flow Rate: 20 GPM
Coolant Capacity: 24 qt. (22.7 L)
Emission Controls: Engine modifications, oxidation catalyst (after 1/1/94)
Oil Capacity:
1994: 10 qt. (9.5 L) with filter
11 quarts using Cummins p/n 3928740 or Dodge p/n 4796874 dipstick
11 qts by marking the dipstick 1 3/16" above the "ADD" mark
1995-98: 11 qt. (10.4 L) with filter
Valve System:
OHV, 12 valves, solid sliding tappet lifter/followers
Valve Adjustment (engine cold)
Intake = 0.010" Exhaust = 0.020"
Adjustment interval - 24,000 miles
Fuel System:
Fuel Injection: P7100 High-pressure direct injection, mechanical
Fuel Pressure: 18-24 psi at idle, 28-36 at 2000 rpm with no load.
Max Pressure across Filter: 5 psi
Max fuel return line restriction: 20.4" Hg
Max Inlet Restriction 4" Hg
Fuel Requirement: Diesel #1 or #2
Alternator:
94-95 - 120 Amp
96-98 - 136 Amp
Battery: Maintenance-free, dual 750
CCA
Valve Specs
seat angle:(degree) = 30
face angle:(degree) = 45
spring test pressure:(lbs.@in.) = 81@1.64
spring installed height:(in.) = 2.36
stem-to-guide clearance:(in)
intake = 0.002
exhaust = 0.006
stem diameter:(in.)
intake = 0.313 - 0.314
exhaust = 0.313 - 0.314
Turbocharger specifications:
TurboCharger Model:
1994 - Holset WH1C, 12 sq sm Turbine Housing, 8 Blade Compressor Wheel.
1995-1998 - Holset HX35W 12 sq cm Turbine Housing, 8 Blade Compressor Wheel.
Turbo Boost Rating (Engine in stock form)
1994-95: 15-18 psi
1996-98 Auto: 15-18 psi
1996-98 Manual: 21-23 psi
Max Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT):
Temperature Probe in Manifold: 1250 Degrees F
Temperature Probe post Turbo: 950 Degrees F
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