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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (6) Remove the viscous fan/drive (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ENGINE/RADIATOR FAN - REMOVAL).
(7) Remove radiator (Refer to 7 - COOLING/EN-
GINE/RADIATOR - REMOVAL).
(8) Remove the upper crossmember and top

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (6) Support the engine using engine support fix-
ture, special tool # 8534.
(7) Support the front axle with a suitable jack.
(8) Remove the (4) bolts that attach the engine
mounts to the front axle (F

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (4) Install mount through bolts.
(5) Tighten through bolts on both sides to 61 N´m
(45 ft. lbs.).
(6) Lower vehicle.(7) Connect negative battery cable.
4WD
NOTE: For mount to engine block and left en

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (8) Torque the (3) bolts that attach the front axle
to the left engine bracket to 101 N´m (75 ft. lbs.).
(9) Install the engine oil filter, if removed.
(10) Install the front crossmember(Refer to 13

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual STANDARD PROCEDURE - REAR FRAME
H-SECTION REPLACEMENT
CAUTION: This procedure is designed to replace
the H-section/spare tire support located at the rear
of the frame assembly. Prior to any cutting, t

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual INSTALLATION
NOTE: Before installing gear inspect bushings and
replace if worn or damaged.
NOTE: In the frame there is two holes for the
mounting of the steering gear one is slotted and
one is round,

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
NO DRIVE OR REVERSE
(VEHICLE WILL NOT
MOVE)1. Fluid Level Low. 1. Add fluid and check for leaks if drive is
restored.
2. Gearshift Linkage/Cable
Loose/Misadjusted.

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual is applied. The clutch application can also be felt by
touching the appropriate element while applying air
pressure. As the air pressure is released, the clutch
should also release.
DIAGNOSIS AND TEST

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual power in off road situations. Low range reduction
ratio is 2.72:1.
SHIFT MECHANISM
The transfer case is operated by an adjustable floor
mounted shift linkage. The transfer case shift lever
is directly

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual IDENTIFICATION
An identification tag (Fig. 2) is attached to the rear
case of every transfer case. The tag provides the
transfer case model number, assembly number, serial
number, and low range ratio.