1998 DODGE RAM 1500 oil leak

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (5) Install the timing chain cover (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT / CHAIN
COVER(S) - INSTALLATION).
(6) Install the pick-up tube and oil pan (Refer to 9
- ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL PAN - I

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual CRANKCASE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
CAUTION: Do not overfill crankcase with engine oil,
pressure loss or oil foaming can result.
Inspect engine oil level approximately every 800
kilometers (500 miles). Unl

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (1) Start the engine.
(2) Spray a small stream of water (spray bottle) at
the suspected leak area.
(3) If engine RPMS change, the area of the sus-
pected leak has been found.
(4) Repair as required.

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual VALVE TIMING
DESCRIPTION
The timing drive system has been designed to pro-
vide quiet performance and reliability to support a
non-free wheelingengine. Specifically the intake
valves are non-free whee

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual block. A large washer on the idler shaft bolt and the
rear flange of the idler shaft are used to control
sprocket thrust movement. Pressurized oil is routed
through the center of the idler shaft to pr

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual must be within 0.10 -0.25 mm (0.004 - 0.010 in.). If
not within specification, the idler gear must be
replaced (Fig. 116).
(21) Install timing chain cover and crankshaft
damper. Refer to procedures.
(

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual ENGINE - 4.7L
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
ENGINE - 4.7L
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - PERFORMANCE...........90
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - MECHANICAL.

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL - REAR
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - REAR SEAL
AREA LEAKS........................137
REMOVAL............................137
INSTALLATION........................138
FLEX PLATE
REMOVAL....