RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1997)
Fig 65 Coolant Return Tube
5. Install a new o-ring to the heater hose coolant return tube. Coat the new o-ring with antifreeze before installation.
6. Install coolant return tube and its mounting bolt to engine. Be sure the slot in tube bracket is bottomed to mounting bolt. This will properly position
return tube.
7. Connect radiator lower hose to water pump.
8. Connect heater hose and hose clamp to coolant return tube.
Fan Blade And Vicous Fan Drive -- Typical
9. Install water pump pulley. Tighten bolts to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.) torque. Place a bar or screwdriver between water pump pulley bolts to prevent
pulley from rotating.
