RAM 3500 Van V8-360 5.9L VIN 5 Magnum (1998)
4. Install Special Tool 6856 to locknut.
5. Tighten locknut to 24-44 N.m (18-32 ft. lbs.) torque.
6. Install fuel tank.
Fig 29 Fuel Pump Inlet Filter
FUEL PUMP INLET FILTER
The fuel pump inlet filter (strainer) is located on the bottom of fuel pump module (Fig. 29). The fuel pump module is located on top of fuel tank.
REMOVAL
1. Remove fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Removal/Installation.
2. Remove fuel pump module. Refer to Fuel Pump Module Removal/Installation.
3. Remove filter by carefully prying 2 lock tabs at bottom of module with 2 screwdrivers. Filter is snapped to module.
4. Clean bottom of pump module.
INSTALLATION
1. Snap new filter to bottom of module.
2. Install fuel pump module. Refer to Fuel Pump Module Removal/Installation.
3. Install fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Removal/Installation.