1998 DODGE RAM 1500 Drive shaft

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (7) With the engine in this position, valve lash can
be measured at the remaining rocker arms:INTAKE
3±5±6 / EXHAUST 2±4±6. Use the same method as
above for determining whether adjustment is neces

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Inspect the cylinder bores for damage or excessive
wear.
Measure the cylinder bores (Fig. 54). If the cylin-
der bores exceed the limit, (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/EN-
GINE BLOCK - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
BORE

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (15) Remove the two charge air cooler mounting
bolts.
(16) Remove charge air cooler (and A/C condenser
if equipped) from vehicle.
(17) Remove accessory drive belt (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (6) Remove the wooden dowel rods and rubber
bands from the tappets.
(7) Lubricate the push rods with engine oil and
install in their original location.Verify that they
are seated in the tappets.
(8) L

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual If the crankshaft is within limits, replace the bear-
ing. If the crankshaft is out of limits, grind the
crankshaft to the next smaller size and use oversize
rod bearings.
CRANKSHAFT AND GEAR
DESCRIPT

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL - FRONT
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect both battery negative cables.
(2) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(3) Partially drain engine coolant into container
suitable for re-use (Refer to 7 - COOLING

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (6) Apply a bead of MopartSilicone Rubber Adhe-
sive Sealant or equivalent to the gear housing cover
sealing surface.
(7) Install the cover to the gear housing, aligning
the seal pilot with the nose o

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (7) Install the flywheel or converter drive plate.
Tighten the bolts to 137 N´m (101 ft. lbs.) torque.
(8) Install the clutch cover and disc (if equipped)
(Refer to 6 - CLUTCH/CLUTCH DISC - INSTALLA-