RAM 2500 Truck 2WD L6-359 5.9L DSL Turbo VIN D FI (1997)
2. If transmission is out of vehicle, temporarily mount shift cover on gear case.
3. Install shift lever. Note offset on shift lever. The lever is offset and must be positioned so that the offset is toward the front of the vehicle.
CAUTION: Verify correct lever installation before proceeding. This is important because if the shift lever offset is mispositioned, it will result in
interference between the shift lever and instrument panel.
4. Install shift lever and retainer.
5. Lock shift lever retainer with Special Tool 6870, or equivalent. Insert Tool 6870, or equivalent in retainer. Then press tool downward and turn
retainer clockwise to engage it to locking pins in shift tower.
6. Install lower boot on shift lever. Seat boot securely on shift tower.
7. If transmission is in vehicle, install lever extension on shift lever with Tool 6783 as follows:
a. Reposition upper jaw of Remover/Installer Tool 6783 above flange on lever extension. Tool will now be used to press extension back onto
shift lever.
b. Tighten tool screw to press extension back onto lever. Press extension to scribe mark made during removal. A 3 - 5 mm (0.12 - 0.20 inch)
space should exist between shift lever isolator and top edge of stub shaft and tool lower jaw.
c. Remove special tool.
