RAM 3500 Truck 4WD V10-8.0L VIN W HDC (1999)
Clutch Release Bearing: Service and Repair
RELEASE BEARING REMOVAL
1. Remove transmission and transfer case, if equipped. Refer to Group 21, Transmission and Transfer Case, for proper procedures.
2. On models with gas engine and new style release fork, remove clutch housing for access to release fork and release bearing retainer springs.
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3. Disconnect release bearing from release fork and remove bearing.
INSTALLATION
1. Inspect bearing slide surface on transmission front bearing retainer. Replace retainer if slide surface is scored, worn, or cracked.
2. Inspect release lever and pivot stud. Be sure stud is secure and in good condition. Be sure fork is not distorted or worn. Replace fork spring clips if
bent or damaged.
3. Lubricate crankshaft pilot bearing, input shaft splines, bearing retainer slide surface, lever pivot ball stud and release lever pivot surface with
MOPAR& high temperature bearing grease.
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4. Install release fork and release bearing. Be sure fork and bearing are properly secured by spring clips. Also be sure that the release fork is installed
properly. The rear side of the release lever has one end with a raised area. This raised area goes toward the slave cylinder side of the transmission.
5. Install clutch housing, if removed.
6. Install transmission and transfer case, if equipped. Refer to Transmission and Transfer Case, for proper procedures.
