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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual VIBRATION DAMPER
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(2) Remove accessory drive belt (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS -
REMOVAL).
(3) Drain cooling system (Refer to 7

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CHECKING
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
(1) Remove oil pressure sending unit (Fig. 93)and
install gauge assembly C-3292.
(2) Run engine until thermostat opens.
(3) O

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (4) When filter separates from cylinder block oil
filter boss, tip gasket end upward to minimize oil
spill. Remove filter from vehicle.
NOTE: Make sure filter gasket was removed with fil-
ter.
(5) Wit

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual EXHAUST MANIFOLD
DESCRIPTION
The exhaust manifolds are log style with a pat-
ented flow enhancing design to maximize perfor-
mance. The exhaust manifolds are made of high
silicon molybdenum cast iron.

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual INSTALLATION
(1) Using a vise, lightly compress the secondary
chain tensioner piston until the piston step is flush
with the tensioner body. Using a pin or suitable tool,
release ratchet pawl by pulli

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (9) Lubricate idler shaft and bushings with clean
engine oil.
(10) Install all chains, crankshaft sprocket, and
idler sprocket as an assembly (Fig. 136). After guid-
ing both secondary chains through

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual ENGINE - 5.7L
DESCRIPTION
The 5.7L engine (Fig. 1)(345 CID) eight-cylinder
engine is a 90É V-Type lightweight, deep skirt cast
iron block, aluminum heads, single cam, overhead
valve engine with hydra

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - INTRODUCTION
Engine diagnosis is helpful in determining the
causes of malfunctions not detected and remedied by
routine maintenance.
Th

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES &
SEATS
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION - VALVE GUIDES
The valve guides are made of powered metal and
are pressed into the cylinder head. The guides are
not replaceable or serviceable, a

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual ENGINE BLOCK
CLEANING
Thoroughly clean the oil pan and engine block gas-
ket surfaces.
Use compressed air to clean out:
²The galley at the oil filter adaptor hole.
²The front and rear oil galley hol