RAM 3500 Van V8-5.2L VIN Y (1997)
7. Install the intake manifold bolts and tighten as follows:
^ Step 1-Tighten bolts 1 through 4, in sequence, to 8 Nm (72 inch lbs.) torque. Tighten in alternating steps 1.4 Nm (12 inch lbs.) torque at a time.
^ Step 2-Tighten bolts 5 through 12, in sequence, to 8 Nm (72 inch lbs.) torque.
^ Step 3-Check that all bolts are tighten to 8 Nm (72 inch lbs.) torque.
^ Step 4-Tighten all bolts, in sequence, to 16 Nm (12 ft. lbs.) torque.
^ Step 5-Check that all bolts are tighten to 16 Nm (12 ft. lbs.) torque.
8. Install closed crankcase ventilation and evaporation control systems.
9. Connect the coil wires.
10. Connect the heat indicator sending unit wire.
11. Connect the heater hoses and bypass hose.
12. Install distributor cap and wires.
13. Hook up the return spring.
14. Connect the accelerator linkage and if so equipped, the speed control and transmission kickdown cables.
15. Install the fuel lines.
16. Install the generator and drive belt. Tighten generator mounting bolt to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.) torque. Tighten the adjusting strap bolt to 23 Nm (200
inch lbs.) torque.
17. Install the air cleaner.
18. Install the engine cover.
19. Fill cooling system. Refer to Cooling System.
20. Connect the negative cable to the battery.
Plenum Pan to Manifold
Install the plenum pan, if removed, as follows:
a. Turn the intake manifold upside down. Support the manifold.
b. Place a new plenum pan gasket onto the seal rail of the intake manifold. Position the pan over the gasket. Align all the gasket and pan holes with
the intake manifold.
c. Hand start all bolts.
d. Tighten the bolts, in sequence, as follows:
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Step 1-Tighten bolts to 2.7 Nm (24 inch lbs.) torque.