Camshaft, Engine: Removal: Camshaft

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.

Remove the battery negative cable.
Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, REMOVAL, 5.7L .
Drain coolant. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Fig 1: Identifying Accessory Drive Belt
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Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to BELT, SERPENTINE, REMOVAL .
Remove the left and right cylinder heads. Refer to CYLINDER HEAD, REMOVAL, 5.7L .
Remove the radiator. Refer to RADIATOR, ENGINE COOLING, REMOVAL .
Remove the oil pan. Refer to PAN, OIL, REMOVAL, 5.7L .
Remove timing case cover. Refer to COVER(S), ENGINE TIMING, REMOVAL, 5.7L .

Fig 2: Remove/Install Hydraulic Roller Tappet
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NOTE:
Identify lifters to ensure installation in original location.
Remove the tappets (2) and retainer (1) assembly.

Fig 3: Oil Pick Up Tube
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Remove the oil pick up tube (1).

Fig 4: Oil Pump Retaining Bolts
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Remove the oil pump retaining bolts (2) and remove the oil pump (1).

Fig 5: Timing Chain, Sprockets, Timing Chain Tensioner & Guide
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Remove timing chain (5). Refer to CHAIN AND SPROCKETS, TIMING, REMOVAL, 5.7L .

Fig 6: Camshaft Thrust Plate
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Remove camshaft thrust plate (1).

Fig 7: Removing/Installing Camshaft
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NOTE:
Slowly rotate the camshaft while pulling camshaft out.
Install a long bolt (2) into front of camshaft (1) to aid in removal of the camshaft. Remove camshaft, being careful not to damage cam bearings with the cam lobes.