RAM 3500 Truck 2WD V10-8.0L VIN W MDC (1999)
Valve: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove the cylinder head.
Special Studs 6715 For V-10 Engine
2. Special studs must be used to adapt the Valve Spring Compressor Tool to the V-10 cylinder head. Install the metric end into the Special Tool
MD998772A and the 5/16 end into the cylinder head.
Valve Spring Compressor MD-998772A With Adapter 6716-A And Screw 6765
3. Compress valve springs using Valve Spring Compressor Tool MD-998772A with Adapter 6716A and Screw 6765. Tap the retainer using a brass
drift and ball peen hammer to loosen locks away from retainer.
4. Remove valve retaining locks, valve spring retainers and valve springs. Check for abnormal wear, replace as required.
5. Remove the valve stem seals.
6. Before removing valves, remove any burrs from valve stem lock grooves to prevent damage to the valve guides. Identify valves to ensure
installation in original location.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean valves thoroughly. Discard burned, warped and cracked valves.
2. Remove carbon and varnish deposits from inside of valve guides with a reliable guide cleaner.
3. Measure valve stems for wear. If wear exceeds 0.051 mm (0.002 inch), replace the valve.
4. Make sure there are no burrs on valve stems.
5. Coat valve stems with lubrication oil. Insert valves into valve guides in cylinder head.
6. Install new seals on all valve guides (BLACK on intake and BROWN on exhaust). Install valve springs and valve retainers.
7. Compress valve springs with Valve Spring Compressor Tool MD-998772A and adapter 6716A, install locks and release tool. Tap the retainer with