Dodge Ram Truck 1500-2500-3500. Manual — part 1358

14. Remove the oil pump (figure 2) (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL PUMP - REMOVAL).

15. Remove timing chain (2) (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/

VALVE

TIMING/TIMING

BELT/CHAIN

AND

SPROCKETS - REMOVAL).

16. Remove camshaft tensioner/thrust plate assembly.

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NOTE: Identify lifters to ensure installation in original location.

17. Remove the tappets (2) and retainer (1) assembly.

18. Install a long bolt into front of camshaft to aid in

removal of the camshaft. Remove camshaft, being
careful not to damage cam bearings with the cam
lobes (figure 5).

INSPECTION

1. The cam bearings are not serviceable. Do not attempt to replace cam bearings for any reason.

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INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION - CAMSHAFT CORE HOLE PLUG

1.

Clean core hole in block.

NOTE: Do not apply adhesive to the new core hole plug. A new plug will have adhesive pre-applied.

2. Install a new core hole plug at the rear of camshaft, using suitable flat faced tool. The plug must be fully seated

on the cylinder block shoulder.

INSTALLATION - CAMSHAFT

1. Lubricate camshaft lobes and camshaft bearing

journals and insert the camshaft (figure1).

2. Install camshaft Tensioner plate assembly. Tighten

bolts to 28 N·m (250 in. lbs.) torque.

3. Install timing chain and sprockets (Refer to 9 -

ENGINE/VALVE

TIMING/TIMING

BELT/CHAIN

AND SPROCKETS - INSTALLATION).

4. Measure camshaft end play (Refer to 9 - ENGINE -

SPECIFICATIONS). If not within limits install a new
thrust plate.

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5. Install the oil pump (figure2) (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL PUMP - INSTALLATION).

6. Install the oil pick up tube.

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