RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (1998)
Mainshaft Spline Seal
8. Remove rubber spline seal from end of mainshaft. The seal can be reused or discarded as desired. The seal is not an essential part and can be
reused or discarded as desired. The seal is mainly used to prevent lubricant loss during shipping and does not have to be replaced if damaged.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean mating surfaces of extension/adapter housing and gear case with a wax and grease remover.
2. Check alignment dowels in gear case and housing or adapter, Be sure dowels are in position and seated.
3. Apply MOPAR Gasket Maker to gear case and housing mating surfaces.
Installing Extension/Adapter Housing
4. Align and install extension/adapter housing on gear case.
5. Apply MOPAR Lock N' Seal, or equivalent, to threads of extension/adapter housing bolts.
6. Install and tighten housing bolts to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.) torque.
7. Install transfer case, if equipped.
8. Install engine rear support. Refer to Engine, for proper procedures.
9. Install propeller shaft(s).
10. Remove transmission support stand and lower vehicle.
