RAM 2500 Truck 2WD L6-359 5.9L DSL Turbo VIN D FI (1997)
f.
Install puller and bolt (Special Tool 6444) onto puller rods. Then, secure the puller to rods with the retaining nuts (Figure 13).
g.
Tighten puller bolt to remove gear from shaft splines.
37.
Clean the mainshaft threads with a wire brush.
38.
Clean the mating surface of the extension/adapter housing and the gear case with Mopar Brake Parts Cleaner p/n 04897150AA.
CAUTION:
THE REAR SEAL OF THE EXTENSION/ADAPTER HOUSING MUST BE PROTECTED FROM THE MOPAR BRAKE PARTS CLEANER
WHEN CLEANING THE HOUSING'S MATING SURFACES.
39.
Install new fifth gear p/n 04741551 onto the mainshaft. Use installer Special Tool 6446 to seat gear onto the mainshaft (Figure 14.). Gear is seated
when it contacts the rear bearing.
40.
Clean threads of the new fifth gear nut (from package p/n 05013887AA) and the mainshaft with Mopar Brake Parts Cleaner p/n 04897150AA.
