RAM 2500 Van V8-5.2L Prop VIN 2 (2000)
Fig. 50
(3) Position the seal and tool onto the crankshaft (Fig. 50).
(4) Tighten the 4 lower chain case cover bolts to 13 Nm (10 ft. lbs.) to prevent the cover from tipping during seal installation.
Fig. 51
(5) Using the vibration damper bolt, tighten the bolt to draw the seal into position on the crankshaft (Fig. 51).
(6) Loosen the 4 bolts tightened in step 4 to allow realignment of front cover assembly.
(7) Tighten chain case cover bolts to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.) torque. Tighten oil pan bolts to 24 Nm (215 in. lbs.) torque.
(8) Remove the vibration damper bolt and seal installation tool.
(9) Install vibration damper.
(10) Install water pump and housing assembly using new gaskets. Tighten bolts to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.) torque.
(11) Install power steering pump.
(12) Install the serpentine belt.
(13) Install the cooling system fan. Tighten the bolts to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.) torque.