COVER(S), Engine Timing: Removal: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| 1 - TENSIONER ASSEMBLY |
| 2 - FASTENER TENSIONER TO FRONT COVER |
- Disconnect the battery negative cable.
- Drain cooling system. Refer to Standard Procedure .
- Disconnect both heater hoses at timing cover.
- Disconnect lower radiator hose at engine.
- Remove crankshaft damper. Refer to DAMPER, Vibration , Removal , 4.7L .
- Remove accessory drive belt tensioner assembly (1).
- Remove the generator and A/C compressor.
CAUTION:
The 4.7L engine uses an RTV sealer instead of a gasket to seal the front cover to the engine block, from the factory. For service, Mopar® Grey Engine RTV sealant must be substituted.
NOTE:It is not necessary to remove the water pump for timing cover removal.
- Remove the bolts holding the timing cover to engine block.
- Remove cover .