2018 Ram 4000 Engine Parts

This table covers the Camshaft bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

4 Camshaft Bearing parts for the 2018 Ram 4000 come from 2 brands — DURA-BOND and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Part numbers include DURA-BOND PD41, DURA-BOND PDP41T and DURA-BOND PDP41, among others listed above.

This table covers the bearings in the connecting-rod big ends. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

4 Connecting Rod Bearing parts for the 2018 Ram 4000 come from KING ENGINE BEARINGS.

The High Performance section lists 2 options from KING ENGINE BEARINGS — engineered beyond original-equipment specification. KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR8032XPN is listed in this group.

In the Standard Replacement grade, KING ENGINE BEARINGS supplies 2 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR8032SM.

Part numbers include KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR8032XPN, KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR8032XPNX and KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR8032SM, among others listed above.

This table covers lower / conversion gasket sets for oil-pan and related joints. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

2 Conversion / Lower Gasket Set parts for the 2018 Ram 4000 come from 2 brands — AJUSA and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

This group includes AJUSA 54321500 and MAHLE / CLEVITE CS54418B.

This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Crankshaft Main Bearing seal surface. Read more

This group shows a single part: VICTOR REINZ 711347800.

This table covers the sleeves used to restore a grooved crankshaft seal surface. Read more

2 Crankshaft Repair Sleeve parts are listed for the 2018 Ram 4000, from FEL-PRO and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO 16230 and MAHLE / CLEVITE A351.

This table covers the Crankshaft Repair Sleeve tools. This is a service tool, not a wear part — match the application in the notes. Read more

One part is listed for the 2018 Ram 4000 — FEL-PRO 16328.

This table covers the front and rear seals that keep oil in at the crankshaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

5 Crankshaft Seal parts are listed for the 2018 Ram 4000, from FEL-PRO, AJUSA and DORMAN. FEL-PRO BS40684 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO BS40684, AJUSA 15115300 and AJUSA 71013300, among others listed above.

This table covers the Cylinder Deactivation solenoids. Typical signs include a harsh or missing shift, or a code for this solenoid circuit. Check resistance and the connector before dropping the pan for a solenoid. Read more

DORMAN supplies both parts for the 2018 Ram 4000.

Part numbers include DORMAN 916592XD and DORMAN 916593.

This table covers the bolts that clamp the cylinder head to the block. Read more

3 Cylinder Head Bolt parts for the 2018 Ram 4000 come from 3 brands — AJUSA, FEL-PRO and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 81076700, FEL-PRO ES72200 and MAHLE / CLEVITE GS33429.

This table covers the head gaskets that seal the block to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

6 Cylinder Head Gasket parts for the 2018 Ram 4000 come from 2 brands — MAHLE / CLEVITE and FEL-PRO. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 26423PT.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO 26423PT, FEL-PRO 26426PT and MAHLE / CLEVITE 54417A, plus the other parts above.

This table covers multi-piece gasket sets for a cylinder-head job. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

2 Cylinder Head Gasket Set parts for the 2018 Ram 4000 come from 2 brands — AJUSA and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

This group includes AJUSA 52602400 and MAHLE / CLEVITE HS54418B.

This table covers full gasket kits covering the joints opened in an engine rebuild. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

This group shows a single part: AJUSA 50548700.

This table covers the crankshaft pulleys / harmonic balancers at the front of the engine. Read more

3 Harmonic Balancer parts for the 2018 Ram 4000 come from 3 brands — ATP, DORMAN and PIONEER.

Listed part numbers: ATP 102348, DORMAN 594427 and PIONEER DA7035.

This table covers the Intake Manifold actuators. Typical signs include a door or range that will not move, or a click with no motion. Confirm the command signal before replacing the actuator — a failed module looks the same. Read more

This group shows a single part: DORMAN 911933.

This table covers the gaskets between the intake manifold and the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

6 Intake Manifold Gasket parts for the 2018 Ram 4000 come from 4 brands — MAHLE / CLEVITE, AJUSA, FEL-PRO and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO MS97089.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO MS97089, MAHLE / CLEVITE MIS20455 and AJUSA 77045300, among others listed above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Intake Plenum. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

One part is listed for the 2018 Ram 4000 — AJUSA 01698200.

This table covers the engine oils listed by grade and specification for this engine. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking after a long interval, or oil that has gone thin and black well before the next service. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes (and on the filler cap). The tables group grades — they are not interchangeable. Read more

VALVOLINE supplies the 5 Oil parts for the 2018 Ram 4000. VALVOLINE 849644 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Full Synthetic grade, VALVOLINE supplies 2 parts: full-synthetic oils. A representative part number is VALVOLINE VV927.

The High Mileage (>75,000 Miles) section lists 3 options from VALVOLINE — oils grouped for high-mileage engines. VALVOLINE 849644 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: VALVOLINE 849644, VALVOLINE VV927 and VALVOLINE 881147, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the drain plugs in the oil pan. Read more

3 Oil Drain Plug parts are listed for the 2018 Ram 4000, from DORMAN and AGS.

This group includes AGS ODP00007, DORMAN 090172 and DORMAN 092020.

This table covers the caps on the oil filler neck. Read more

One part is listed for the 2018 Ram 4000 — MOTORAD MO154.

This table covers the oil filters that screw onto this engine's filter mount. Typical signs include low oil pressure after a service, or a filter that will not spin off because the old gasket stayed on the block. Lube the new gasket and tighten to the spec on the box; a double-gasket install dumps the sump on the first drive. Read more

5 Oil Filter parts are listed for the 2018 Ram 4000, from VARIOUS MFR, ACDELCO and MOBIL. ACDELCO PF48 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Economy grade, VARIOUS MFR supplies 1 part: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is VARIOUS MFR PG2222.

In the High Performance / Heavy Duty grade, MOBIL supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "High Performance / Heavy Duty" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is MOBIL M1113A.

The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from ACDELCO and VARIOUS MFR. ACDELCO PF48 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include ACDELCO PF48, VARIOUS MFR PG2222 and MOBIL M1113A, among others listed above.

This table covers the Oil Filter Adapter Gasket O-rings. Typical signs include a seep at a fitting or a housing that weeps after a service. Lube the new O-ring with the fluid it will see, and do not roll it into the groove. Read more

This group shows a single part: MAHLE / CLEVITE GS33767.

This table covers the oil pans that hold the engine's oil sump. Read more

4 Oil Pan parts for the 2018 Ram 4000 come from 3 brands — SPECTRA PREMIUM, DORMAN and SKP.

This group includes DORMAN 264260, SKP SK264260 and SPECTRA PREMIUM CRP34A and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the gaskets between the oil pan and the block. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

3 Oil Pan Gasket parts are listed for the 2018 Ram 4000, from AJUSA, FEL-PRO and VICTOR REINZ.

This group includes AJUSA 14114000, FEL-PRO OS30750R and VICTOR REINZ 101023001.

This table covers the Thrust washers. Read more

One part is listed for the 2018 Ram 4000 — KING ENGINE BEARINGS TW1003AM.

This table covers the timing chains that keep the cams in time with the crank. Read more

3 Timing Chain parts for the 2018 Ram 4000 come from 3 brands — CLOYES, FVP and MELLING.

Listed part numbers: CLOYES C750 and MELLING 750, plus the other parts above.

This table covers kits that group a timing chain with the related tensioners and guides. Read more

3 Timing Chain & Component Kit parts are listed for the 2018 Ram 4000, from MELLING and CLOYES.

Part numbers include CLOYES 90750S, MELLING 3750SX and MELLING 3750S.

This table covers the guides and dampers that keep the timing chain on its path. Read more

3 Timing Chain Guide / Damper parts for the 2018 Ram 4000 come from 3 brands — CLOYES, FVP and MELLING.

Part numbers include CLOYES 95599 and MELLING BG5599, among others listed above.

This table covers the tensioners that keep the timing chain taut. Typical signs include belt flutter, a chirp that returns after a new belt, or an arm that no longer damps. Replace the tensioner with the belt at higher mileage. Read more

3 Timing Chain Tensioner parts are listed for the 2018 Ram 4000, from CLOYES, FVP and MELLING.

This group includes CLOYES 95598 and MELLING BT7002 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Timing Cover. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

2 Timing Cover Gasket parts are listed for the 2018 Ram 4000, from FEL-PRO and VICTOR REINZ.

This group includes FEL-PRO TCS46169 and VICTOR REINZ 151035001.

This table covers the crankshaft sprockets that drive the timing chain or belt. Read more

4 Timing Crank Sprocket parts are listed for the 2018 Ram 4000, from CLOYES, FVP, INA and 1 other brand.

Part numbers include CLOYES S949 and INA ZS0122, among others listed above.

This table covers the Valve covers. Read more

This group shows a single part: DORMAN 264495.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the valve cover to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

6 Valve Cover Gasket parts are listed for the 2018 Ram 4000, from FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and AJUSA. FEL-PRO VS50625R carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO VS50625R, MAHLE / CLEVITE VS50380 and AJUSA 56087800, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Valve Cover grommets. Read more

One part is listed for the 2018 Ram 4000 — FEL-PRO ES72596.

This table covers the lifters / tappets that transfer cam motion to the valves. Read more

One part is listed for the 2018 Ram 4000 — AJUSA 85024400.

This table covers the seals on each valve stem that control oil into the guides. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

3 Valve Stem Seal parts are listed for the 2018 Ram 4000, from AJUSA and FEL-PRO.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 12047000, AJUSA 57092300 and FEL-PRO SS72929.

This table covers the oil-control solenoids that command the cam phasers. Typical signs include a door or range that will not move, or a click with no motion. Confirm the command signal before replacing the actuator — a failed module looks the same. Read more

6 Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid / Actuator parts are listed for the 2018 Ram 4000, from DORMAN, ROSTRA, SPECTRA PREMIUM and 3 other brands. DORMAN 916957 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 4 parts, from DORMAN, ROSTRA, SPECTRA PREMIUM and 1 other brand. A representative part number is DORMAN 916957.

The Standard Replacement section: 2 options from NTK and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. NTK VV0022 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include DORMAN 916957, ROSTRA 790022 and SPECTRA PREMIUM VTS1128, among others listed above.

This table covers the cam phaser sprockets used by the variable-valve-timing system. Read more

One part is listed for the 2018 Ram 4000 — DORMAN 916595.