Chrysler RAM TRUCK 2500 1994 Service Manual page 752

(11) Measure camshaft end play. Refer to Specifica­
tions for proper clearance. If not within limits install
a new thrust plate.
(12) Each tappet reused must be installed in the
same position from which it was removed. When
camshaft is replaced, a l l o f the tappets must be
replaced,
DISTRIBUTOR
REMOVAL
Refer to Group 8D, Ignition Systems for the proper
procedure.
REMOVAL—DRIVE SHAFT BUSHING
(1) Remove the intake manifold (refer to Group 11,
Exhaust System and Intake Manifold).
(2) Insert Distributor Drive Shaft Bushing Puller
Tool
C - 3 0 5 2
into old bushing and thread down until a
tight fit is obtained (Fig. 14).
(3) Hold puller screw and tighten puller nut until
bushing is removed.
Fig. 14 Distributor Driveshaft Bushing Removal
INSTALLATION—DRIVE SHAFT BUSHING
(1) Slide new bushing over burnishing end of Dis­
tributor Drive Shaft Bushing Driver/Burnisher Tool
C - 3 0 5 3 .
Insert the tool and bushing into the bore.
(2) Drive bushing and tool into position, using a
hammer (Fig. 15).
Fig. 15 Distributor Driveshaft Bushing Installation
(3) As the burnisher is pulled through the bushing,
the bushing is expanded tight i n the block and bur­
nished to correct size (Fig. 16). DO NOT r e a m t h i s
bushing.
Fig. 16 Burnishing Distributor Driveshaft Bushing
(4) Install the intake manifold (refer to Group 11,
Exhaust System and Intake Manifold).
DISTRIBUTOR TIMING
Before installing the distributor and oil pump drive
shaft, time engine as follows:
(1) Rotate crankshaft until N o . l cylinder is at top
dead center on the firing stroke.
(2) When i n this position, the timing mark on v i ­
bration damper should be under "0" on the timing in­
dicator.
(3) Coat shaft and drive gear with engine oil. In­
stall the shaft so that after the gear spirals into
place, i t will index with the oil pump shaft. The slot
on top of drive gear should be aligned towards left
front intake manifold attaching bolt hole (Fig. 17).
Fig. 17 Position of Installed Distributor Drive Gear
INSTALLATION
Refer to Group 8D, Ignition Systems for the proper
procedure.