Dodge RAM 1500 1998 Owner's Manual page 1486

DR
ROCKER ARM / ADJUSTER ASSY (Continued)
Fig. 40 Measuring Rocker Arm Shaft
ROCKER ARM SHAFT (MIN.)
21.965 mm (.865 in.)
Push Rods
Inspect the push rod ball and socket for signs of
scoring. Check for cracks where the ball and the
socket are pressed into the tube (Fig. 41).
Roll the push rod on a flat work surface with the
socket end hanging off the edge (Fig. 42). Replace
any push rod that appears to be bent.
Fig. 41 Inspecting Push Rod for Cracks
Crossheads
Inspect the crossheads for cracks and/or excessive
wear on rocker lever and valve tip mating surfaces
(Fig. 43).
INSTALLATION
(1) If previously removed, install the push rods in
their original location. Verify that they are seated
in the tappets.
ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL
Fig. 42 Inspecting Push Rod for Flatness
Fig. 43 Inspecting Crosshead for Cracks
(2) Lubricate the valve tips and install the cross-
heads in their original locations.
(3) Lubricate the crossheads and push rod sockets
and install the rocker arms and pedestals in their
original locations. Tighten bolts to 36 N·m (27 ft. lbs.)
torque.
(4) Verify valve lash adjustment (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/CYLINDER
VALVES & SEATS - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(5) Install cylinder head cover and reusable gasket
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLIN-
DER HEAD COVER(S) - INSTALLATION).
(6) Connect battery negative cables.
9 - 263
HEAD/INTAKE/EXHAUST