Cylinder Head: Removal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 RAM 3500 HD and 2016 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Negative Battery Cable

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Perform the fuel system pressure release procedure. Refer to FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE .
Disconnect the negative battery cable (1).

Fig 2: Intake Manifold Removal/Installation Sequence
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Remove the engine cover.
Remove the intake manifold. Refer to MANIFOLD, INTAKE, REMOVAL .
Drain the cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Fig 3: Heater Hose Supply
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Disconnect the heater hoses (1, 2).
Raise the vehicle.

Fig 4: Exhaust Pipe To Manifold Bolts
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Separate the down pipes from the exhaust manifold.
Lower the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Do not let the tensioner arm snap back to the freearm position, sever damage may occur to the tensioner.

Fig 5: Serpentine Belt (6.4L Engine)
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Rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner (8) clockwise until it contacts it's stop. Remove the accessory drive belt (4), then slowly rotate the tensioner (7) into the freearm position. Refer to BELT, SERPENTINE, REMOVAL .

Fig 6: Power Steering Pump Pulley & Bolts
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NOTE:
It is not necessary to disconnect the power steering pump hoses from the pump, for power steering pump removal.
Remove the three power steering pump retaining bolts (2) through the access holes in the pulley (1).
Remove the power steering pump and secure out of the way.

Fig 7: Cylinder Head Cover Removal/Tightening Sequence
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Using the sequence shown in illustration, remove the cylinder head cover retaining bolts and remove cover. Refer to COVER(S), CYLINDER HEAD, REMOVAL .
If removing the right cylinder head, remove the engine oil dip stick tube retaining nut at the exhaust manifold and remove the oil dip stick tube.

Fig 8: Rocker Shafts Retaining Bolt Removal & Tightening Sequence
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CAUTION:
Pushrods and rocker arm assemblies must be installed in their original locations or engine damage could result.

NOTE:
Make sure to identify the original location of the rocker arms and push rods for correct assembly.
Remove the rocker arms and pushrods. Refer to ROCKER ARM, VALVE, REMOVAL .

Fig 9: Cylinder Head Bolt Removal & Tightening Sequence
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NOTE:
Left side shown in illustration, right side similar.

NOTE:
It is not necessary to remove the exhaust manifolds to remove the cylinder heads.
Using the sequence shown in illustration, remove the cylinder head bolts and remove the cylinder head(s).

Fig 10: Cylinder Head Gasket & Cylinder Head
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NOTE:
Left side shown in illustration, right side similar.
Discard the cylinder head gasket (1).
Inspect and clean the cylinder head (2) mating surface.

Fig 11: Exhaust Manifold Bolt Removal/Tightening Sequence (Left Side)
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NOTE:
Left side shown in illustration, right side similar.
If necessary, using the sequence shown in illustration, remove the exhaust manifold bolts and remove the manifold. Refer to MANIFOLD, INTAKE, REMOVAL .