RAM 3500 Truck 4WD L6-5.9L DSL Turbo VIN 6 (1998)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Rear Output Shaft Seal Replacement
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Remove rear propeller shaft. Refer to Differential and Driveline, for proper procedure.
3. Using a suitable pry tool or slide-hammer mounted screw, remove the extension housing seal.
Rear Retainer Bushing Removal
4. Using Remover 8155, remove bushing from extension housing.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean fluid residue from sealing surface and inspect for defects.
2. Position replacement bushing in extension housing with fluid port in bushing aligned with slot in housing.
Extension Housing Bushing Install
3. Using Installer 8156, drive bushing into housing until installer seats against case.
Install Extension Housing Seal
4. Using Installer 8154, install seal in extension housing.