Engine Block: Crankshaft: Removal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Pickup and 2011 RAM Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect both negative battery cables.
Remove the engine from vehicle and mount on a suitable engine stand. Refer to REMOVAL .

Fig 1: Oil Pan, Gasket & Bolt
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Remove bolts (3) and the oil pan (2).

Fig 2: Oil Pickup Tube & Bolts
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Remove bolts (2 and 3) and the oil pickup tube (1).

Fig 3: Block Stiffener & Bolts
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Remove bolts (1) and the block stiffener.

Fig 4: Front Timing Case Housing Components
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Remove the front timing case housing (2). Refer to HOUSING, Timing Case, Front .

Fig 5: Crankshaft Rear Seal Retainer, Gasket & Bolts
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Remove the crankshaft rear oil seal retainer (1). Refer to RETAINER, Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal .

Fig 6: Connecting Rod Bearing Cap Bolts & Crankshaft Main Bearing Cap Bolts
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Remove bolts (3) and the connecting rod bearing cap for each piston.
Remove bolts (2) and the crankshaft main bearing caps.

Fig 7: Engine Block & Crankshaft Components
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Carefully remove the crankshaft (3) from the engine block (1).
If required, remove the timing gear from the crankshaft.