RAM 3500 Truck 4WD L6-5.9L DSL Turbo VIN 6 (1998)
Valve: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove the cylinder head (Refer to Cylinder Head Removal and Installation).
2. Mark the valves to identify their position.
Valve Removal
3. Compress the valve spring and remove the valve stem collets.
4. Release valve spring and remove the retainer and spring.
5. Remove the remaining collets, retainers, springs and valves. Keep the valves in a labeled rack.
6. Remove the valve stem seals.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean all cylinder head components before assembling.
Valve Stem Seal Installation
2. Install the valve stem seals. The intake and exhaust valve seals are the same.
3. Lubricate the stems with SAE 90W oil before installing the valves. Install the valves in the same positions as removed.