RAM 2500 Truck 2WD L6-359 5.9L DSL Turbo VIN D FI (1997)
Valve: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove the cylinder head.
2. Mark the valves to identify their position.
3. Compress the valve spring and remove the valve stem collets.
4. Release valve spring and remove the retainer and spring.
5. Remove the remaining collets, retainers, springs and valves. Keep the valves in a labeled rack.
6. Remove the valve stem seals.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean all cylinder head components before assembling.
2. Install the valve stem seals. The intake and exhaust valve seals are the same.
3. Lubricate the stems with SAE 90W oil before installing the valves. Install the valves in the same positions as removed.
4. Compress the valve spring after installing the spring and retainer.
5. Install new valve collets and release the spring tension.
WARNING: WEAR PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND DO NOT STAND IN LINE WITH THE VALVE STEM WHEN TAPPING
