Dodge Durango Oil Pumps & Parts

When the engine is running, motor oil has to be under sufficient pressure which is needed for proper oil circulation and passing through narrow passages that lead to engine bearings, chain tensioners, and other parts requiring lubrication. This pressure is created by the oil pump, one of the most crucial assemblies whose failure results in catastrophic damage to the engine if it's not shut down immediately. For high reliability, this part features a robust and effective gear or gerotor construction and is usually driven by the crankshaft via gears or a chain.

But although the pump is usually strong enough, problems with this part happen, and some of them can be revealed when the mileage exceeds 100,000. To be on the safe side, some mechanics recommend rebuilding or replacing the pump when other repair jobs in the bottom part of the engine are performed. Like in other vehicles whose motors have a wet sump, the oil pump of your Dodge Durango can be seen when you remove the sump. The pump is typically submerged in oil or has a short pick-up tube with a wire-mesh strainer positioned low in the sump. To get quality Dodge Durango oil pumps or related components such as tubes, sprockets, and chains, shop at our online store.