How to remove and inspect the clutch release bearing on Ram 2500?

Lift the vehicle and secure on jack stands. Remove the transmission and detach the clutch release lever. Remove and inspect the bearing for damage. Don't soak the bearing in solvent as it's sealed. Test the bearing by rotating it under pressure, replace if it's not smooth or is noisy. It's advised to replace the release bearing when changing clutch components. Lubricate the bearing ball stud and input shaft with high-temp grease. Reinstall the lever and bearing onto the shaft. Follow the reverse process for the rest of the installation.

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Ram 2500 Clutch Release Bearing
Part Number: 52087514
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing Clutch Release; Release Bearing
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2018 Ram 2500 | Laramie Crew Cab 2WD, Laramie Crew Cab 4WD, Laramie Mega Cab 2WD, Laramie Mega Cab 4WD, Longhorn Crew Cab 2WD, Longhorn Crew Cab 4WD, Longhorn Mega Cab 2WD, Longhorn Mega Cab 4WD, SLT Crew Cab 2WD, SLT Crew Cab 4WD, SLT Mega Cab 2WD, SLT Mega Cab 4WD, SLT Reg Cab 2WD, SLT Reg Cab 4WD, SLT Regular Cab 2WD, SLT Regular Cab 4WD, ST Crew Cab 2WD, ST Crew Cab 4WD, ST Reg Cab 2WD, ST Reg Cab 4WD, ST Regular Cab 2WD, ST Regular Cab 4WD | 6 Cyl 6.7L Diesel

Ram 2500 Release Bearing

The Ram 2500 Release Bearing presses against the spring of the clutch every time the driver steps onto the pedal, briefly cutting engine torque on the gearbox so that shifting feels effortless. This part is mounted to the clutch housing and it travels along a hollow shaft. The fork is either operated by a hydraulic push or an older cable operated system. Both these systems have been applied at different times on Ram 2500 trucks. However, they perform the same job. Essentially, what occurs here is that as the fork slides forward, it unloads the pressure plate and allows the disc to spin freely. Throughout the decades, Ram 2500 editions have alternated between these setups yet the fundamentals stay unchanged. The Release Bearing must always glide silently. When the pedal is released, a spring moves the Release Bearing to the home position. Power flow is resumed and the truck pulls hard again. Since every movement of the engine and chassis depends on this precise dance, any worn Release Bearing warns of trouble with grinding noises, vibration in the pedal, stiff travel, or balky shifting. A factory spec replacement keeps towing confidence high for any Ram 2500 if the Release Bearing seizes.

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Ram 2500 Release Bearing Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Clutch Release Bearing
52087514
Q: How to remove and inspect the clutch release bearing on Ram 2500?
A:
Lift the vehicle and secure on jack stands. Remove the transmission and detach the clutch release lever. Remove and inspect the bearing for damage. Don't soak the bearing in solvent as it's sealed. Test the bearing by rotating it under pressure, replace if it's not smooth or is noisy. It's advised to replace the release bearing when changing clutch components. Lubricate the bearing ball stud and input shaft with high-temp grease. Reinstall the lever and bearing onto the shaft. Follow the reverse process for the rest of the installation.