RAM 2500 Truck 2WD L6-359 5.9L DSL Turbo VIN D FI (1997)
d. Install pressure plate. This is last clutch pack item to be installed. Be sure plate is installed with shoulder side facing upward.
19. Install clutch hub and clutch pack on direct clutch spring. Be sure hub is started on sun gear splines before proceeding.
WARNING: The next step in gear-train assembly involves compressing the direct clutch hub and spring. It is extremely important that
proper equipment be used to compress the spring as spring force is approximately 830 pounds. Use compressor tool C-6227-1, or
equivalent and a hydraulic-type shop press with a minimum ram travel of 6 inches. The press must also have a bed that can be adjusted
up or down as required. Release clutch spring tension slowly and completely to avoid personal injury.
20. Position Compressor Tool 6227-1, or equivalent on clutch hub.
21. Compress clutch hub and spring just enough to place tension on hub and hold it in place.
22. Slowly compress clutch hub and spring. Compress spring and hub only enough to expose ring grooves for clutch pack snap ring and clutch hub
retaining ring.
23. Realign clutch pack on hub and seat clutch discs and plates in clutch drum.
