RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (1998)
rear bearing cap.
7. Rotate the new upper seal into the cylinder block being careful not to shave or cut the outer surface of the seal. To assure proper installation, use
the installation tool provided with the kit. Install the new seal with the white paint facing towards the rear of the engine.
8. Install the new lower rear bearing oil seal into the bearing cap with the white paint facing towards the rear of the engine.
Sealant Application To Bearing Cap
9. Apply 5 mm (0.20 inch) drop of Loctite 518, or equivalent, on each side of the rear main bearing cap. 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.
10. 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 2 times for proper engagement.
11. Install the rear main bearing cap with cleaned and oiled cap bolts. Alternately tighten ALL cap bolts to 115 Nm (85 ft. lbs.) torque.
12. Install oil pump.
Apply Sealant To Bearing Cap To Block Joint
13. Apply Mopers Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant, or equivalent, at bearing cap to block joint to provide cap to block and oil pan sealing. Apply
enough sealant until a small amount is squeezed out. Withdraw nozzle and wipe excess sealant off the oil pan seal groove.
14. Immediately install the oil pan.