1989-1998 Dodge Van B150, B250, B350 Repair Manual
Detailed factory service manual for 1989-1998 Dodge Van B150, B250, B350. Covers engine, drivetrain, brakes, electrical, and more. Includes diagrams and procedures.
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Dodge Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: Dodge Pickup R1500
Sub-models / Variants: 5.9L Cummins 6-Cylinder Turbo Diesel (VIN D)
Build Years: 1997
Technical Data:
- Engine type: 5.9L Cummins 6-Cylinder Turbo Diesel
- Valve clearance (intake): .010 in (.25 mm)
- Valve clearance (exhaust): .020 in (.51 mm)
- Engine idle speed (A/T): 750–800 RPM
- Engine idle speed (M/T): 780 RPM
- Delivery valve holder torque (Step 1): 29 ft-lbs (39 N.m)
- Delivery valve holder torque (Step 2): 85 ft-lbs (115 N.m)
- Fuel injection pump drive gear nut torque: 122 ft-lbs (165 N.m)
- Rocker lever adjusting screw lock nut torque: 18 ft-lbs (24 N.m)
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1997 Dodge Pickup R1500 Engine Performance Documentation
- Covers 1997 Dodge Pickup R1500 models equipped with the 5.9L Cummins 6-Cylinder Turbo Diesel engine (VIN D)
- Official Chrysler Corp publication documenting on-vehicle adjustments and engine mechanical specifications
- Contains 38 technical illustrations and 2 detailed torque specification reference tables
- Delivered as a direct download the moment payment clears
- Indexed PDF search covers every chapter and adjustment procedure
- This 1997-specific reference is the primary engine-performance authority for the 12-valve 5.9L Cummins drivetrain assembly
Engine Adjustment and Technical Scope
This Dodge Pickup R1500 documentation provides technical data for the 5.9L Cummins 6-cylinder turbo diesel engine. Sections detail procedures for checking valve clearance, fuel injection pump timing, and idle speed adjustments for both automatic and manual transmissions. Technical chapters outline throttle linkage rod calibration, Throttle Position (TP) sensor voltage testing, and turbocharger wastegate control rod movement specifications.
Specification Highlights
Included tables list precise adjustment parameters such as valve lash settings, engine idle speeds, and plunger lift requirements based on specific CPL numbers and vehicle configurations. Torque specifications are documented for major engine fasteners, including the delivery valve holder, fuel injection pump drive gear nut, and rocker lever adjusting screw lock nuts. Valve clearance for the intake is listed at 0.10 mm in the engine specification table. The Dodge Pickup R1500 5.9L Cummins engine idle speed for A/T models is specified at 750–800 RPM. The 1997 Dodge Pickup R1500 fuel injection pump drive gear nut final torque is documented at 122 ft-lbs (165 N.m). Understanding how factory workshop documentation is structured ensures accurate application of these technical values.
Reference only — always consult a certified technician before performing service on this equipment. An official 100-page Chrysler Corp OEM engine manual covering the 1997 Dodge Pickup R1500, documenting engine performance, fuel system adjustments, and torque specifications for the 5.9L Cummins 12-valve turbo diesel engine build.
Document Reference: 1997 Engines Cummins 5.9L 6-Cylinder Turbo Diesel - VIN D
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