Dodge 251 (250.6 CID) 25" Block Straight 6 Engine Rebuild & Overhaul Manual covering servicing, maintenance, repairs and complete engine rebuilding for the 25-inch long-block flathead Straight 6 engine.
- Step-by-step servicing and repair procedures – making it easy to carry out repairs
- Detailed illustrations and diagrams – making repair procedures easier to understand
- Specifications – including torque settings, clearances and adjustment information
- Engine rebuilding information – covering dismantling, inspection and reassembly
- Repair procedures – covering everything from simple routine to more involved repairs
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Models Include:
Australia, New Zealand & British Commonwealth
- Dodge Pick Ups, 2–3 Ton and 3–4 Ton Trucks – Series 3, 4, 5 and 6 – 1953–1962
- Fargo Pick Ups, 2–3 Ton and 3–4 Ton Trucks – 1953–1962
- De Soto Pick Ups, 2–3 Ton and 3–4 Ton Trucks – 1953–1962
United States & Canada
- Dodge Power Wagon WM300 4x4 – 1961–1968
- Dodge Medium and Heavy Duty Trucks – 1953–1962
- Canadian-built Dodge and Fargo trucks equipped with the 251 25" engine
Passenger Cars
- Chrysler Windsor and Royal models equipped with the 25" long-block engine
- De Soto Custom and Deluxe models equipped with the 25" long-block engine
- Canadian Dodge Kingsway, Regent, Crusader and Mayfair models equipped with the 25" long-block engine
- Canadian Plymouth Plaza, Savoy and Belvedere models equipped with the 25" long-block engine
Military, Industrial & Agricultural Applications
- Dodge M37 and related military 4x4 applications equipped with the 251 engine
- Chrysler industrial applications using the 251 CID 25" engine
- Agricultural, commercial and stationary equipment fitted with the Chrysler 251 CID 25" engine
What’s Included in This Manual:
Engine Specifications
- Engine service specifications
- Tightening information
- Running and assembly clearances
- Engine adjustment information
- Inspection limits and service information
Engine Removal and Installation
- Preparing the engine for removal
- Engine removal procedures
- Engine installation
- Reconnecting engine equipment
- Checks following installation
Engine Dismantling
- Engine disassembly procedures
- Removing external engine parts
- Cylinder head removal
- Removing pistons and connecting rods
- Crankshaft removal
- Camshaft and timing parts
- Inspection during dismantling
Cylinder Block and Bores
- Cylinder block inspection
- Cylinder bore inspection
- Checking cylinder condition and wear
- Servicing cylinder bores
- Preparing the block for reassembly
Cylinder Head
- Cylinder head removal and installation
- Cylinder head inspection
- Combustion chamber servicing
- Cylinder head gasket
- Cylinder head tightening information
Pistons and Piston Rings
- Piston removal and installation
- Piston inspection
- Piston ring removal and fitting
- Piston ring clearances
- Checking piston and cylinder fit
- Piston pin servicing
Connecting Rods and Bearings
- Connecting rod removal and installation
- Connecting rod inspection
- Connecting rod bearings
- Bearing clearances
- Connecting rod and piston assembly
Crankshaft and Main Bearings
- Crankshaft removal and installation
- Crankshaft inspection
- Main bearing inspection and servicing
- Bearing clearances
- Crankshaft end play
- Rear main bearing and oil sealing
Valves and Cylinder Head Servicing
- Valve removal and installation
- Valve inspection and servicing
- Valve guides
- Valve seats
- Valve springs
- Valve clearances and adjustment
- Checking and correcting valve condition
Camshaft and Timing
- Camshaft removal and installation
- Camshaft inspection
- Camshaft bearings
- Timing gears
- Valve timing
- Timing marks and alignment
Engine Lubrication
- Engine lubrication system
- Oil pump removal and servicing
- Oil pressure information
- Oil passages
- Lubrication-system inspection and maintenance
Engine Cooling
- Cooling-system servicing
- Water pump
- Thermostat
- Fan and drive belt
- Cooling passages
- Fault finding and remedies for overheating and cooling problems
Engine Reassembly
- Preparing parts for assembly
- Installing crankshaft and bearings
- Installing pistons and connecting rods
- Camshaft and timing installation
- Cylinder head installation
- Final engine assembly
- Tightening sequences and settings
- Final checks and adjustments
Fault Finding and Remedies
- Poor engine performance
- Difficult starting
- Excessive oil consumption
- Low oil pressure
- Engine overheating
- Abnormal engine noises
- Compression problems
- Valve-related problems
- Lubrication and cooling problems
Please Note:
This manual specifically covers the Dodge/Chrysler 251 (250.6 CID) 25-inch Straight 6 engine block. It does not cover engines using the smaller 23-inch block.


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