In-Chassis Repairs
Page 9F-42
Base Engine Components
DODGE Turbo Diesel
Note: Special care should be taken, when removing the
Number 6 Cylinder tappets, not to knock or shake the tappet
over the end terrier of the trough.
Carefully pull the trough and tappet from the cam bore and
remove the tappet. Repeat the process until all tappets are
removed.
(^T^ Tappet Inspection
Inspect the tappet socket, stem and face for excessive wear,
cracks and other damage.
Limits
(A)
- Normal wear
(B) and (C)
- Abnormal wear - Do not reuse
Tappet stem specifications
l i m i t s
Minimum Diameter: 15.925mm [0.627 Inch]