Dodge RAM TRUCK 1500 1995 Service Manual page 982

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RE10WAI
(1) Using a blunt tool such as a drift or a screw­
driver and a hammer, strike the bottom edge of the
cup plug (Fig. 28).
(2) With the cup plug rotated, grasp firmly with
pliers or other suitable tool and remove plug (Fig.
23).
CYLINDER
Fig, 23 Core Hole Plug Removal
CLEAIlie
Thoroughly clean inside of cup plug hole in cylinder
block or head. Be sure to remove old sealer.
Make certain the new plug is cleaned of all oil or
grease.
INSTALLATION
(1) Coat edges of plug and core hole with Mopar®
Gasket Maker, or equivalent.
CAUTION: DO NOT drive cup plug into the casting
as restricted coolant flow can result and cause se­
rious engine problems.
(2) Using proper plug driver, drive cup plug into
hole. The sharp edge of the plug should be at least
0.50 mm (0.020 inch) inside the lead-in chamfer.
It is not necessary to wait for curing of the sealant.
The cooling system can be filled and the vehicle
placed in service immediately.
ASSEMBLE
(1) Install crankshaft and bearings.
(1) Install the piston/connecting rod assembly.'
(2) Install the oil pan.
(4) Install timing cover, timing chain and sprock­
ets.
(3) Install the cylinder head and valve train.
(4) Install the engine into the vehicle.
(6) install intake system.