Dakota 2WD V6-3.9L VIN X (1997)
8. Install reaction shaft support on pump housing.
9. Align reaction support on pump housing. Use alignment marks made at disassembly. Or, rotate support until bolt holes in support and pump
housing are all aligned (holes are offset for one-way fit).
10. Install all bolts that attach support to pump housing. Then tighten bolts finger tight.
11. Tighten support-to-pump bolts to required torque as follows:
a. Reverse pump assembly and install it in transmission case. Position pump so bolts are facing out and are accessible.
b. Secure pump assembly in case with 2 or 3 bolts, or with pilot studs.
c. Tighten support-to-pump bolts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
d. Remove pump assembly from transmission case.
12. Install new oil seal in pump with Special Tool C-4193 and Tool Handle C-4171, or equivalents. Be sure seal lip faces inward.
13. Install new seal ring around pump housing. Be sure seal is properly seated in groove.
14. Lubricate lip of pump oil seal and O-ring seal with transmission fluid.
