Check engine light - code P0524 low oil pressure on 07 Ram 1500 Hemi
#21
03-30-2012 | 03:32 PM
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took my 2008 4x4 1500, 5.7 hemi for code P0524 there is a TSB on this truck, thay had to flash my computer to get light to stay out. thay also said sometime you have to replace sending unit, thay have also had to replace wiring harnes to sending unit, gets pinched by untake. TSB 18.003.08 this is for 2007-08 with build date of 08-07 and before.
Below is the TSB.
NUMBER: 18-003-08
GROUP: Vehicle Performance
DATE: January 19, 2008
SUBJECT:
Flash: MIL Illumination Due To Diagnostic Trouble Code P0524 - Engine Oil Pressure Too
Low
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control
Module (PCM) with new software.
MODELS:
**2007** - 2008 (DR/DH/DC/D1) Ram Truck (1500/2500/3500)
**2007** - 2008 (HB / HG) Durango / Aspen
**2007** - 2008 (LX) 300 / Magnum / Charger
**2007 (LE) 300C/300 Touring (International Markets)**
**2007 (L2) 300 (China)**
**2007** - 2008 (WK) Grand Cherokee
**2007 - 2008 (WH) Grand Cherokee (International Markets)**
**2007** - 2008 (XK) Commander
**2007 - 2008 (XH) Commander (International Markets)**
NUMBER: 18-003-08
GROUP: Vehicle Performance
DATE: January 19, 2008
NOTE: This bulletin applies to the above listed vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine
with MDS (sales code EZB) built before the following dates:
• (HB/HG) built before August 15, 2007 (MDH 0814XX)
• (LX) built before September 14, 2007 (MDH 0914XX)
• (DR) built before August 16, 2007 (MDH 0816XX)
• **(WK/WH/XK/XH) built before January 8, 2008 (MDH 0108XX)**
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The vehicle operator may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination due
to the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC):
· P0524 - Engine Oil Pressure Too Low
DIAGNOSIS:
Using a Scan Tool (StarSCAN®) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures available in
TechCONNECT, verify all engine systems are functioning as designed. If other DTC's are
present record them on the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding further
with this bulletin.
#22
08-28-2012 | 12:06 PM
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For $104 they well fix it!( Dodge dealer) Really? A factory defect and then charge me $104 due to firmware being incorrect. This code only happens when it is idling. Warm fuzzies are not being generated.
Below is the TSB.
NUMBER: 18-003-08
GROUP: Vehicle Performance
DATE: January 19, 2008
SUBJECT:
Flash: MIL Illumination Due To Diagnostic Trouble Code P0524 - Engine Oil Pressure Too
Low
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control
Module (PCM) with new software.
MODELS:
**2007** - 2008 (DR/DH/DC/D1) Ram Truck (1500/2500/3500)
**2007** - 2008 (HB / HG) Durango / Aspen
**2007** - 2008 (LX) 300 / Magnum / Charger
**2007 (LE) 300C/300 Touring (International Markets)**
**2007 (L2) 300 (China)**
**2007** - 2008 (WK) Grand Cherokee
**2007 - 2008 (WH) Grand Cherokee (International Markets)**
**2007** - 2008 (XK) Commander
**2007 - 2008 (XH) Commander (International Markets)**
NUMBER: 18-003-08
GROUP: Vehicle Performance
DATE: January 19, 2008
NOTE: This bulletin applies to the above listed vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine
with MDS (sales code EZB) built before the following dates:
• (HB/HG) built before August 15, 2007 (MDH 0814XX)
• (LX) built before September 14, 2007 (MDH 0914XX)
• (DR) built before August 16, 2007 (MDH 0816XX)
• **(WK/WH/XK/XH) built before January 8, 2008 (MDH 0108XX)**
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The vehicle operator may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination due
to the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC):
· P0524 - Engine Oil Pressure Too Low
DIAGNOSIS:
Using a Scan Tool (StarSCAN®) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures available in
TechCONNECT, verify all engine systems are functioning as designed. If other DTC's are
present record them on the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding further
with this bulletin.
NUMBER: 18-003-08
GROUP: Vehicle Performance
DATE: January 19, 2008
SUBJECT:
Flash: MIL Illumination Due To Diagnostic Trouble Code P0524 - Engine Oil Pressure Too
Low
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control
Module (PCM) with new software.
MODELS:
**2007** - 2008 (DR/DH/DC/D1) Ram Truck (1500/2500/3500)
**2007** - 2008 (HB / HG) Durango / Aspen
**2007** - 2008 (LX) 300 / Magnum / Charger
**2007 (LE) 300C/300 Touring (International Markets)**
**2007 (L2) 300 (China)**
**2007** - 2008 (WK) Grand Cherokee
**2007 - 2008 (WH) Grand Cherokee (International Markets)**
**2007** - 2008 (XK) Commander
**2007 - 2008 (XH) Commander (International Markets)**
NUMBER: 18-003-08
GROUP: Vehicle Performance
DATE: January 19, 2008
NOTE: This bulletin applies to the above listed vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine
with MDS (sales code EZB) built before the following dates:
• (HB/HG) built before August 15, 2007 (MDH 0814XX)
• (LX) built before September 14, 2007 (MDH 0914XX)
• (DR) built before August 16, 2007 (MDH 0816XX)
• **(WK/WH/XK/XH) built before January 8, 2008 (MDH 0108XX)**
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The vehicle operator may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination due
to the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC):
· P0524 - Engine Oil Pressure Too Low
DIAGNOSIS:
Using a Scan Tool (StarSCAN®) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures available in
TechCONNECT, verify all engine systems are functioning as designed. If other DTC's are
present record them on the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding further
with this bulletin.
#24
08-31-2012 | 10:43 PM
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From: California Central Coast
My 2008 Ram 1500 4X4 with a Hemi just had the check engine light come on and I took it to our local dealer to get it checked. After sitting for 4 days, the Service Advisor called me and told me the code was P0524, and the oil pressure sending unit was bad. $314.35 later, I had a new oil pressure sending unit and was on my way.
No mention of a TSB and no mention of any of the problems with the Hemi as discussed here. Next week, I will be making a trip back to the dealer to discuss this issue in more depth.
No mention of a TSB and no mention of any of the problems with the Hemi as discussed here. Next week, I will be making a trip back to the dealer to discuss this issue in more depth.
Last edited by chiefjack; 08-31-2012 at 10:45 PM.
#25
09-04-2012 | 11:41 AM
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My 2008 Ram 1500 4X4 with a Hemi just had the check engine light come on and I took it to our local dealer to get it checked. After sitting for 4 days, the Service Advisor called me and told me the code was P0524, and the oil pressure sending unit was bad. $314.35 later, I had a new oil pressure sending unit and was on my way.
No mention of a TSB and no mention of any of the problems with the Hemi as discussed here. Next week, I will be making a trip back to the dealer to discuss this issue in more depth.
No mention of a TSB and no mention of any of the problems with the Hemi as discussed here. Next week, I will be making a trip back to the dealer to discuss this issue in more depth.
Jack,
Please keep in mind that the TSB is not the only resolution to the P0524 code but is intended as a troubleshooting suggestion. I would certainly ask the dealer about it though.
#27
05-31-2018 | 12:29 AM
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Same
Yellowram, I am having the exact same issue with my 2007 quad cab Hemi 4x4. When idling, my oil pressure gauge does the same thing as yours was doing, the check engine light came on and autozone gave me the code reading P0524. The gauge drops just below half mark by about 1/8th inch, when driving its just above and in the normal range I am used to seeing it.
What did you end up having to do or get done by a dealer to get it fixed?
I found the oil pressure sensor on the block and could easily replace it, however I didn't want to waste 50$ if it might be something else.
Thanks for any help you can suggest.
-Magnum35XR
What did you end up having to do or get done by a dealer to get it fixed?
I found the oil pressure sensor on the block and could easily replace it, however I didn't want to waste 50$ if it might be something else.
Thanks for any help you can suggest.
-Magnum35XR
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03-21-2020 | 10:30 PM
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