RAM 3500 HD Truck 2WD L6-6.7L DSL Turbo (2008)
Crankshaft Seal Retainer: Service and Repair
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Retainer - Installation
INSTALLATION
1. If using the old seal retainer, the crankshaft seal must be replaced.
2. Inspect oil pan gasket for nicks or cuts. If gasket is damaged, the oil pan must be removed and gasket must be replaced. Wipe oil pan gasket dry
and apply light coating of RTV.
3. Using the retainer alignment/seal installation tool provided in the seal service kit, install the alignment tool into the retainer and install to the
cylinder block, using a new gasket. Tighten the six (6) mounting bolts by hand.
4. The seal alignment tool is used to align rear cover properly. Starting with the center two bolts, tighten the retainer in a circular pattern to 10 Nm
(89 in. lbs.). Remove the alignment tool.
CAUTION: The seal lip and the sealing surface on the crankshaft must be free from all oil residue to prevent seal leaks. The crankshaft and
seal surfaces must be completely dry when the seal is installed. Use a soap and water solution on outside diameter of seal to ease assembly.
5. Make sure the provided seal pilot (1) is installed into the new crankshaft seal (3). Use the alignment/installation tool and press the seal onto the
crankshaft. Alternately drive the seal at the 12, 3, 6 and 9 o'clock positions.
6. Remove the alignment tool and trim the retainer gasket (1) even with the oil pan mounting surface.