RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (2002)
11. Apply Mopar GEN II Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant, or equivalent, at bearing cap-to-block joint to provide cap to block and oil pan sealing
(Fig. 34). Apply enough sealant so that a small amount is squeezed out. Withdraw nozzle and wipe excess sealant off the oil pan seal groove.
12. Install new front crankshaft oil seal.
13. Immediately install the oil pan.
UPPER SEAL-CRANKSHAFT INSTALLED
1. Clean the cylinder block mating surfaces before oil seal installation. Check for burrs at the oil hole on the cylinder block mating surface to rear
cap.
2. Lightly oil the new upper seal lips with engine oil. To allow ease of installation of the seal, loosen at least the two main bearing caps forward of the
rear bearing cap.
3. Rotate the new upper seal into the cylinder block, being careful not to shave or cut the outer surface of the seal. To ensure proper installation, use
the installation tool provided with the kit. Install the new seal with the white paint facing toward the rear of the engine.
4. Install the new lower rear bearing oil seal into the bearing cap with the white paint facing toward the rear of the engine.
5. Apply 5 mm (0.20 inch) drop of Mopar Gasket Maker, or equivalent, on each side of the rear main bearing cap (Fig. 33). DO NOT over-apply
sealant or allow the sealant to contact the rubber seal. Assemble bearing cap to cylinder block immediately after sealant application. Be sure the
white paint faces toward the rear of the engine.
6. To align the bearing cap, use cap slot, alignment dowel, and cap bolts. DO NOT remove excess material after assembly. DO NOT strike rear cap
more than two times for proper engagement.
7. Install the rear main bearing cap with cleaned and oiled cap bolts. Alternately tighten ALL cap bolts to 115 Nm (85 ft. lbs.) torque.
8. Install oil pump.
9. Apply Mopar GEN II Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant, or equivalent, at bearing cap-to-block joint to provide cap-to-block and oil pan sealing
(Fig. 34). Apply enough sealant until a small amount is squeezed out. Withdraw nozzle and wipe excess sealant off the oil pan seal groove.
10. Immediately install the oil pan.
LOWER SEAL
1. Clean the rear main cap mating surfaces including the oil pan gasket groove.
2. Carefully install a new upper seal.
3. Lightly oil the new lower seal lips with engine oil.
4. Install a new lower seal in bearing cap with the white paint facing the rear of engine.
5. Apply 5 mm (0.20 inch) drop of Mopar Gasket Maker, or equivalent, on each side of the rear main bearing cap (Fig. 33). DO NOT over-apply
sealant or allow the sealant to contact the rubber seal. Assemble bearing cap to cylinder block immediately after sealant application.
6. To align the bearing cap, use cap slot, alignment dowel, and cap bolts. DO NOT remove excess material after assembly. DO NOT strike rear cap
more than two times for proper engagement.
7. Install the rear main bearing cap with cleaned and oiled cap bolts. Alternately tighten the cap bolts to 115 Nm (85 ft. lbs.) torque.
8. Install oil pump.
9. Apply Mopar GEN II Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant, or equivalent, at bearing cap-to-block joint to provide cap to block and oil pan sealing.
Apply enough sealant so that a small amount is squeezed out. Withdraw nozzle and wipe excess sealant off the oil pan seal groove.
10. Immediately install the oil pan.
