RAM 3500 Truck 2WD V10-8.0L VIN W (1997)
Exhaust Pipe: Service and Repair
Exhaust Pipe Replacement
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Saturate the bolts and nuts with heat valve lubricant. Allow 5 minutes for penetration.
Exhaust Pipe
3. Remove exhaust pipe to manifold bolts, retainers and nuts.
Exhaust Pipe Clamp Location
4. Remove the clamp nuts.
5. Disconnect the exhaust pipe from the support hangers.
6. Remove the exhaust pipe.
INSTALLATION
1. Connect the exhaust pipe support hangers.
2. Position the exhaust pipe for proper clearance with underbody parts.
3. Position the exhaust pipe to manifold. Install the bolts, retainers and nuts. Tighten the nuts to 34 N m (25 ft. lbs.) torque.
4. Tighten the clamp nuts to 43 N m (32 ft. lbs.) torque.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks and exhaust system contact with the body panels. Adjust the alignment, if needed.
