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1997 DODGE RAM 3500

5.9L I6 Cummins Diesel4WDAUTOMATICdieselturbo
1 active safety recall on this vehicle — view recalls
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AC Compressor Torque Specs

for 1997 Dodge Ram 3500 5.9L I6 Cummins Diesel · 4WD
Units

11 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
AC Compressor Bolts
Critical
25 lb-ft · 34 Nm
AC Line Fittings
Critical
Use new O-rings, add oil
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
Blower Motor Screws
5 lb-ft · 7 Nm
Clutch Wire Connector
3 lb-ft · 4 Nm
Compressor Bolts
Critical
25 lb-ft · 34 Nm
Compressor Bolts
Critical
25 lb-ft · 34 Nm
Duct Clips
2 lb-ft · 3 Nm
Line Fittings
Critical
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
Line Fittings
Critical
Use new O-rings, add oil
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
Mounting Bracket Bolts
18 lb-ft · 24 Nm
Serpentine Belt Tensioner
Critical
18 lb-ft · 24 Nm
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