1999 DODGE RAM Service Repair Manual

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DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual side gear clearance does not exceed .005" (.13 mm), determine if axle
shaft is contacting pinion shaft with feeler gauges installed. If axle
shaft is not contacting pinion shaft, side gear clearance i

side gear clearance does not exceed .005" (.13 mm), determine if axle
shaft is contacting pinion shaft with feeler gauges installed. If axle
shaft is not contacting pinion shaft, side gear clearance is correct.
5) If side gear clearance exceeds .005" (.13 mm) and axle
shaft is not contacting pinion, record side gear clearance. Remove
pinion shaft, pinion gears, thrust washers, side gear and side gear
thrust washer. Measure thickness of side gear thrust washer.
6) Add thickness of side gear thrust washer to side gear
clearance measurement. This is required thickness of replacement side
gear thrust washer.
7) For example, if side gear clearance was .007" (.18 mm) an\
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side gear thrust washer thickness is .033" (.84 mm), replacement side
gear thrust washer thickness is .040" (1.02 mm). Install replacement
side gear thrust washer and recheck side gear clearance.
8) If no side gear clearance exists, remove clip and axle
shaft. Remove pinion shaft, pinion gears, thrust washers, side gear
and side gear thrust washer. Measure and record thickness of side gear
thrust washer.
9) Reassemble side gear and components in differential
carrier. Install axle shaft in side gear. DO NOT install clip. Recheck
side gear clearance. If side gear clearance is now less than .012" (.
30 mm), add this measurement to thickness of side gear thrust washer
thickness. This is thickness of replacement side gear thrust washer.
10) If side gear clearance in step 9) is .012" (.30 mm) or
more, both side gears must be replaced and side gear clearance
rechecked. If side gear clearance is still .012" (.30 mm) or more with\
replacement side gears, replace differential carrier.
AXLE ASSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS
AXLE ASSEMBLY SPECIFICATIONS\
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Application In. (mm)\
Maximum Differential Carrier Flange Runout .............. .003 (.08)\
Maximum Ring Gear Runout ................................ .005 (.13)\
Ring Gear Backlash ............................. .005-.008 (.13-.20)\
Ring Gear Backlash Variation ( 1) ........................ .003 (.08)
INCH Lbs. (N.m.)
Pinion Bearing Preload
New Bearings ......................................... 10-20 (1-2)\
Used Rear & New Front Bearing ............................. ( 2) 10
( 1) - This is amount of variation in ring gear backlash from reading
obtained at minimum point on ring gear. If ring gear backlash is
.005" (.13 mm) at minimum point, ring gear backlash should not
exceed .008" (.20 mm) anywhere on ring gear.
( 2) - Maximum increase over original pinion bearing preload before
disassembly.
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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS\
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Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)\
Axle Housing Cover Bolt .................................... 35 (47)\
Bearing Cap Bolt ......................................... 100 (136)\
Brake Sensor ............................................... 18 (24)\

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$DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual Center Carrier Bearing Bolt ................................ 50 (68)\ Pinion Nut (Minimum Torque) .............................. 210 (285\ ) Ring Gear Bolt (1) Dakota 8 1/4" ...............$

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DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual
DRIV E A XLE - T R AC -L O K

1999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
1998-99 DRIVE AXLES
CHRY - Trac-Lok
Dakota, Ram Pickup, Ram Van/Wagon
IDENTIFICATION
TRAC-LOK DI

DRIV E A XLE - T R AC -L O K

1999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
1998-99 DRIVE AXLES
CHRY - Trac-Lok
Dakota, Ram Pickup, Ram Van/Wagon
IDENTIFICATION
TRAC-LOK DIFFERENTIAL APPLICATION (REAR AXLE)\
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Model Ring Gear Axle
Size Model
Dakota .................... 8 1/4" ........................... ( 1)
Ram Pickup ............ 9 3/4" ....................... 248 RBI
10 3/4" ....................... 267 RBI
11" ....................... 286 RBI
Ram Van/Wagon ............. 9 3/4" ....................... 248 RBI
( 1) - Manufacturer does not designate axle model.
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NOTE: For rear axles with limited-slip differentials, see POWER-LOK
- RAM PICKUP article.
DESCRIPTION & OPERATION
A Rear Beam-Design Iron (RBI) axle is an iron casting axle
and differential housing with axle shaft tubes extending from either
side. Tubes are pressed in to form a one-piece full-floating axle
housing.
Trac-Lok differential assembly is optional equipment. The
Trac-Lok differential assembly is a limited-slip type differential. It
is similar in operation to a conventional type differential, except
for 2 clutch packs located at the side gears in the differential case.
See Fig. 1 . Clutch packs provide differential action when required for
turning corners, and transmit equal torque to both wheels when driving
straight ahead.
AXLE RATIO & IDENTIFICATION
Axle ratio can be identified by axle identification tag
attached to axle housing cover. See AXLE RATIO SPECIFICATIONS table.
AXLE RATIO SPECIFICATIONS
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Application Ratio
Dakota ..................................... 3.21:1, 3.55:1 & 3.92:1
Ram Pickup
248 RBI .......................................... 3.55:1 & 4.10:1
267 & 286 RBI .................................... 3.54:1 & 4.10:1
Ram Van/Wagon ...................................... 3.55:1 & 4.10:1
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WARNING: Whenever rotating wheels, DO NOT use engine to rotate wheels
unless both rear wheels are off the ground and vehicle is
securely supported.

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$DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual LUBRICATION CAPACITY DRIVE AXLE CAPACITY ( 1)��\ ��\ ��\ ��\ ��\ ��\ ��$

LUBRICATION
CAPACITY
DRIVE AXLE CAPACITY ( 1)\
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Application ( 2) Pts. (L)
Dakota .................................................... 4.7(2.2)\
Ram Pickup
248 RBI ................................................ 6.3 (3.0)\
267 RBI .................................................. 7 (3.3)\
286 RBI
2WD ................................................... 6.8 (3.2)\
4WD .................................................. 10.1 (4.8)\
Ram Van/Wagon ............................................ 6.3 (3.0)\
( 1) - Approximate drive axle capacity listed. Lubricant level should
be within 1/2" below bottom of oil filler hole in axle housing
cover.
( 2) - Add container of Mopar Gear Oil Friction Modifier when
refilling.
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FLUID TYPE
Use SAE 80W-90 or SAE 90W hypoid gear lubricant with MIL-L-
2105-C and API GL-5 ratings. Also add a container of Mopar Gear Oil
Friction Modifier when refilling.
FLUID DRAIN & REFILL
1) With lubricant of rear axle assembly at operating
temperature, raise and support vehicle so rear wheels are free to
rotate. Clean around axle housing cover. Loosen axle housing cover
bolts. Drain lubricant from axle housing. Remove bolts and axle
housing cover.
2) Position differential so hole in differential case is
facing downward. Wipe out all accessible areas of axle housing. Ensure
sealing surfaces on axle housing and cover are clean. Apply a 1/4"
thick bead of silicone sealant on inside of bolt holes and along
sealing surfaces on axle housing cover.
3) Install axle housing cover, axle identification tag and
retaining bolts. Tighten bolts to 30-35 ft. lbs. (41-47 N.m). Remove
oil filler plug. Add a container of Mopar Gear Oil Friction Modifier.
Fill axle with gear lube. Install oil filler plug. Lower vehicle.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
DIFFERENTIAL NOISE
1) Ensure differential lubricant is at normal operating
temperature. Road test vehicle. Note if differential noise exists in
turns, but not during straight-ahead driving. Probable cause is
incorrect or insufficient rear axle lubricant or additive.
2) Drain and refill rear axle. See FLUID DRAIN & REFILL under
LUBRICATION. Road test vehicle making 10-12 slow figure-8 turns and
note if noise still exists. It may be necessary to disassemble rear
axle so differential can be repaired. See RBI FULL FLOATING AXLES
article for removal of differential case.

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DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual TESTING
NOTE: Trac-Lok differential can be tested without removing
differential case from axle housing.
1) Place blocks under both front wheels. Ensure engine is off
and

TESTING
NOTE: Trac-Lok differential can be tested without removing
differential case from axle housing.
1) Place blocks under both front wheels. Ensure engine is off
and transmission is in Neutral. Release parking brake. Raise one rear
wheel until it is completely clear of the floor. Remove wheel. Install
Adapter (6790) to wheel studs and tighten securely.
2) Using torque wrench on adapter, rotate axle and record
torque required. Repeat procedure for remaining rear wheel position.
If rotational torque for either rear wheel is less than 30 ft. lbs.
(40.1 N.m) or greater than 200 ft. lbs. (271 N.m), Trac-Lok unit mus\
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be replaced or repaired.
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
Servicing procedure is same as that used for standard
differential. See RBI FULL FLOATING AXLES article for servicing
procedures.
OVERHAUL
DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER
Disassembly
1) Place appropriate side gear holding tool in soft-jaw vise.
Position differential carrier on holding tool. Remove ring gear, if
necessary. Ring gear removal is only necessary when ring gear is being
replaced.
2) Remove roll pin holding pinion mate shaft into housing.
Remove pinion gear mate shaft. A drift and hammer can be used if
necessary. See Fig. 1.
3) Install appropriate Step Plate on lower side gear. Install
appropriate threaded forcing screw into upper side gear. See Fig. 2.
4) Thread Forcing Screw into threaded adapter disc until
forcing screw is centered in threaded adapter disc. Perform STEP 1
shown in illustration. See Fig. 2.
5) Place small screwdriver in slot of threaded adapter disc
to prevent disc from rotating. Tighten forcing screw to relieve
tension from clutch pack.
6) Remove pinion gear thrust washers. Loosen forcing screw to
release pressure from clutch pack. Install appropriate turning bar in
hole on side of differential case. Perform STEP 2 shown in
illustration. See Fig. 2.
7) Using turning bar, rotate differential case until pinion
gears can be removed. Remove pinion gears. Remove turning bar, forcing
screw, step plate, and threaded adapter disc from differential case.
8) Remove upper side gear and clutch pack. See Fig. 1. Remove
differential case from axle shaft. Remove remaining side gear and
clutch pack from differential case.
CAUTION: Mark clutch pack location for reassembly reference. Note
position of clutch pack components before removing clutch
pack retainers. Clutch packs must be assembled in correct
order and installed in original location.
9) Remove clutch pack retainers from clutch pack. Keeping
clutch pack components in correct order, disassemble clutch pack.

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DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual Fig. 1: Exploded View Of Trac-Lok Differential
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.

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DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual Fig. 2: Removing Differential Case Components
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
NOTE: If any clutch pack components are defective, both clutch
packs must be replaced.

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DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual Cleaning & Inspection
1) Clean components with solvent and dry with compressed air.
Inspect plates in clutch pack for scoring, wear or damage.
2) Inspect remaining component

Cleaning & Inspection
1) Clean components with solvent and dry with compressed air.
Inspect plates in clutch pack for scoring, wear or damage.
2) Inspect remaining components for damage or wear. Replace
components if necessary.
Reassembly
1) Lubricate clutch pack components with gear lube.
Reassemble clutch packs. Ensure components are installed in correct
sequence and in original location. See Fig. 1. Install clutch pack
retainers on clutch packs.
2) Install clutch packs on respective side gears. Install
differential case on axle shaft. Install clutch pack and lower side
gear in differential case.
3) Install step plate on lower side gear. Install upper side
gear and clutch pack in differential case. Install threaded adapter
disc into upper side gear. Install forcing screw.
4) Tighten forcing screw to compress clutch packs. Install
pinion gears on side gears. Using turning bar, rotate differential
case until hole in differential case is aligned with pinion gears.
Remove turning bar.
5) Lubricate pinion gear thrust washers with gear lube.
Install pinion gear thrust washers. It may be necessary to tighten
forcing screw until pinion gear thrust washers can be installed.
6) Remove forcing screw, step plate and threaded adapter
disc. Using soft-face hammer, tap pinion shaft into differential case.
Install snap rings on pinion shaft (if equipped).
7) Install NEW roll pin. Stake differential case in 2 areas
to retain roll pin. Remove differential case from axle shaft. Install
ring gear on differential case. Install NEW ring gear bolts. DO NOT
reuse bolts. Tighten ring gear bolts evenly in alternating pattern to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
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Applications Ft. Lbs. (N.m)\
Axle Housing Cover Bolt .............................. 30-35 (41-47)\
Ring Gear Bolt
Dakota ................................................... 70 (95)\
All Others ..................................... 120-140 (163-190)\
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