RAM 2500 Truck 4WD L6-5.9L DSL Turbo VIN 6 (1999)
Install Ring Dowels
7. Install the ring dowels in the main bearing caps.
8. Install the lower main bearings in the caps.
9. Lubricate the bearings with Lubricate, or equivalent.
10. Numbers on the main bearings caps face the oil cooler side of the engine with number one at the front of the engine.
11. Place the caps in their respective positions.
12. Lubricate the main bearing bolt threads and underside of the bolt head with clean engine oil.
Crankshaft Main Bearing Bolt Torque Sequence
13. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown using the following steps:
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STEP 1-Torque all bolts in sequence to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.) torque.
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STEP 2-Torque all bolts in sequence to 119 Nm (88 ft. lbs.) torque.
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STEP 3-Torque all bolts in sequence to 176 Nm (129 ft. lbs.) torque.
14. Turn the crankshaft to determine that it will rotate freely all 360°. Check the main bearing cap installations and/or the bearing sizes if the shaft
does not turn easily.
Measuring Crankshaft End Play
