RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (1998)
Push Rod: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect spark plug wires by pulling on the boot straight out in line with plug.
2. Remove cylinder head cover and gasket.
Rocker Arms
3. Remove the rocker arm bolts and pivots. Place them on a bench in the same order as removed.
4. Remove the push rods and place them on a bench in the same order as removed.
INSTALLATION
1. Rotate the crankshaft until the "V8" mark lines up with the TDC mark on the timing chain case cover. This mark is located 147° ATDC from the
No.1 firing position.
2. Install the push rods in the same order as removed.
3. Install rocker arm and pivot assemblies in the same order as removed. Tighten the rocker arm bolts to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.) torque.
CAUTION: DO NOT rotate or crank the engine during or immediately after rocker arm installation. Allow the hydraulic roller tappets adequate
time to bleed down (about 5 minutes).
4. Install cylinder head cover.
5. Connect spark plug wires.