Engine Block: Crankshaft: 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.

Disconnect and isolate both of the negative battery cables.
Remove the engine from vehicle and mount on a suitable engine stand. Refer to REMOVAL, 6.7L .

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

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

Fig 3: Block Stiffener & Bolts
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Remove the bolts (1) and the block stiffener (2).
Remove the front timing case housing. Refer to HOUSING, TIMING CASE, FRONT, REMOVAL, 6.7L .
Remove the crankshaft rear oil seal retainer. Refer to RETAINER, CRANKSHAFT REAR OIL SEAL, REMOVAL, 6.7L .

Fig 4: Identifying Connecting Rod Bearing Cap Bolts & Crankshaft Main Bearing Cap Bolts
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Remove the bolts (3) and the connecting rod bearing cap for each piston.
Remove the bolts (2) and the crankshaft main bearing caps.

Fig 5: Identifying 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.