Dodge RAM TRUCK 1500 1995 Service Manual page 845

ENGINES
C O N T E N T S
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3.9L ENGINE SERVICE PROCEDURES . . 20 LUBRICATION SYSTEM 37
5.2L ENGINE SERVICE PROCEDURES ..
52
LUBRICATION SYSTEM 68
5.9L (DIESEL) ENGINE SERVICE LUBRICATION SYSTEM 97
PROCEDURES
. . . . 146
LUBRICATION SYSTEM . . . . 132
5.9L ENGINE SERVICE PROCEDURES
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LUBRICATION SYSTEM . . . . 185
8.0L ENGINE SERVICE PROCEDURES
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SPECIFICATIONS—5.9L ENGINE . . . . . . . . . 108
ENGINE DIAGNOSIS
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STANDARD SERVICE PROCEDURES ..
1
STANDARD SBRWICE PROCEDURES
INDEX
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Engine Performance—Gasoline Engines 2
Form-ln-Place Gaskets—Gasoline
Engines . . . . . . .
1
Honing Cylinder Bores . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
FORM-IN-PLACE GASKETS—GASOLINE ENGINES
There are several places where form-in-place gas­
kets are used on the engine. DO NOT use form-in-
place gasket material unless specified. Care
must be taken when applying form-in-place gaskets.
Bead size, continuity and location are of great impor­
tance. Too thin a bead can result in leakage while too
much can result in spill-over. A continuous bead of
the proper width is essential to obtain a leak-free
joint.
Two types of form-in-place gasket materials are
used in the engine area (Mopar® Silicone Rubber Ad­
hesive Sealant and Mopar® Gasket Maker). Each
have different properties and cannot be used inter­
changeably.
MOPAR® SILICONE RUBBER MBMB8IWB
SEALANT
Mopar® Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant, nor­
mally black in color, is available in 3 ounce tubes.
Moisture in the air causes the sealant material to
cure. This material is normally used on flexible metal
flanges. It has a shelf life of 1 year and will not prop­
erly cure if over aged. Always inspect the package for
the expiration date before use.
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Hydrostatic Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Measuring with Plastigage 3
Repair Damaged or Worn Threads . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4
Mopar® Gasket Maker, normally red in color, is
available in 6 cc tubes. This anaerobic type gasket
material cures in the absence of air when squeezed
between smooth machined metallic surfaces. It will
not cure if left in the uncovered tube. DO NOT use
on flexible metal flanges.
SURFACE PREPARATION
Parts assembled with form-in-place gaskets may be
disassembled without unusual effort. In some in­
stances, it may be necessary to lightly tap the part
with a mallet or other suitable tool to break the seal
between the mating surfaces. A flat gasket scraper
may also be lightly tapped into the joint but' care
must be taken not to damage the mating surfaces.
Scrape or wire brush all gasket surfaces to remove
all loose material. Inspect stamped parts to ensure
gasket rails are flat. Flatten rails with a hammer on
a flat plate, if required. Gasket surfaces must be free
of oil and dirt. Make sure the old gasket material is
removed from blind attaching holes.
GASKET APPLICATION
Assembling parts using a form-in-place gasket re­
quires care.
Mopar® Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant should
be applied in a continuous bead approximately 3 mm