1998 DODGE RAM 1500 Workshop Manual

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (7) Install snap-ring to hold input/low range gear
into front bearing (Fig. 62).
(8) Install a new input gear seal using Installer
8841 and Handle C-4171.
(9) Install a new input gear oil seal with In

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (5) Install the clutch gear (Fig. 66) onto the output
shaft. Verify that the pointed ends of the clutch gear
teeth are pointing to the front of the mainshaft.
(6) Lubricate sector shaft with transmiss

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (12) Install mainshaft into the transfer case (Fig.
70). Guide mainshaft through the mode and range
sleeves and into the input gear.
(13) Install the transfer case position sensor (Fig.
71). Tighten t

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (17) Install detent plunger, spring, and plug (Fig.
74). Tighten the plug to 16-25 N´m (12-18 ft. lbs.).
FRONT OUTPUT SHAFT AND DRIVE CHAIN
(1) Install the front output shaft (Fig. 75) into the
front

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (8) Install front sprocket retaining ring (Fig. 78).
(9) Install rear sprocket retaining ring (Fig. 79).
(10) Install spring onto shift rail (Fig. 80).
(11) Insert magnet in front case pocket (Fig. 81

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual CAUTION: Verify that shift rail, and case alignment
dowels are seated before installing any bolts. Case
could be cracked if shaft rail or dowels are mis-
aligned.
(5) Tighten bolts to 27-34 N´m (20-2

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (2) Engage the oil pump pick-up tube (Fig. 86) into
the oil pump. Verify that the pick-up tube o-ring is
on the tube and is correctly installed to the oil pump.
(3) Apply bead of MopartGasket Maker, o

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (7) Install the front companion flange onto the
front output shaft.
(8) Install two bolts 180É apart into the front out-
put shaft companion flange.
(9) Place holder over the bolts and against the
co