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Mechanical Dodge Ram Van B2500

Step-by-step instructions on "Mechanical" for Dodge Ram Van B2500 (1996–2003). Pick an article — removal, installation, adjustment and diagnostics with illustrations.

Engine Identification

Special Engine Marks

Crankshaft & Rod Journals

Cylinder Block

Valve Clearance Adjustment

Trouble Shooting

Removal & Installation

Fuel Pressure Release

Gasoline

Compressed Natural Gas Fuel Tube Purging (5.2L)

Compressed Natural Gas Fuel Cylinder Purging (5.2L)

Removal & Installation (Tab Type Fitting)

Removal & Installation (Retainer Type Fitting)

Removal (Ram Van/wagon)

Installation (Ram Van/wagon)

Removal (Dakota 2WD, Durango 2WD, Grand Cherokee & Ram Pickup)

Installation (Dakota 2WD, Durango 2WD, Grand Cherokee & Ram Pickup)

Removal (Durango 4WD & Dakota 4WD)

Installation (Durango 4WD & Dakota 4WD)

Removal & Installation (Crankshaft Installed)

Removal & Installation (Crankshaft Removed)

Removal (Dakota 2WD & Durango 2WD)

Installation (Dakota 2WD & Durango 2WD)

Removal (Dakota 4WD & Durango 4WD)

Installation (Dakota 4WD & Durango 4WD)

Removal (Ram Pickup & Ram Van/wagon - 3.9L)

Installation (Ram Pickup & Ram Van/wagon - 3.9L)

Removal (Ram Pickup - 5.2L & 5.9L)

Installation (Ram Pickup - 5.2L & 5.9L)

Removal (Ram Van/wagon - 5.2L & 5.9L)

Installation (Ram Van/wagon - 5.2L & 5.9L)

Removal (Grand Cherokee)

Installation (Grand Cherokee)

Cylinder Head

Valve Springs

Valve Stem Oil Seals

Valve Guides

Valve Seat

Valves

Valve Seat Correction Angles

Rocker Arms & Pivots

Valve Lifters

Piston & Rod Assembly

Fitting Pistons

Piston Rings

Rod Bearings

Crankshaft & Main Bearings

Thrust Bearing

Engine Lubrication System

Crankcase Capacity

Oil Pressure

Oil Line Plug

Removal & Disassembly

Reassembly & Installation

Torque Specifications

General Specifications (3.9L)

General Specifications (5.2L)

General Specifications (5.9L)

Crankshaft, Main Bearings & Connecting Rod Bearings Specifications

Pistons, Piston Pins & Piston Rings Specifications

Engine Valves & Valve Springs Specifications

Cylinder Head Specifications

Camshaft Specifications

Cylinder Block Specifications

Valve Lifters Specifications