RAM 3500 Truck 2WD L6-359 5.9L DSL Turbo VIN D FI (1998)
Crankshaft: Service and Repair
Cleaning and Inspection
Clean the crankshaft oil galley holes with a nylon brush.
Rinse in clean solvent and dry with compressed air.
Inspect the front and rear seal contact areas of the crankshaft for scratches or grooving.
The service seal kit will position the seal slightly deeper into the seal bore so it will contact the crankshaft at a different location. If this has already been
done and the crankshaft has two worn areas, install a wear sleeve to provide a new contact surface for the seal.
Inspect the rod and main journal for deep scores, signs of overheating and other abnormal marks.