Cooler And Hoses, Charge Air: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If removed, the left side Charge Air Cooler (CAC) support bracket. Tighten bolt to 28 N.m (21 ft. lbs.).
- If removed, the right side CAC mounting bracket. Tighten bolt to 28 N.m (21 ft. lbs.).
- Install the CAC (2). Tighten the right side bolts (1) to 31 N.m (22 ft. lbs.).
- Install the left side CAC bolt (1) and tighten to 31 N.m (22 ft. lbs.).
- Connect the left CAC hose to cooler. Tighten clamp to 11 N.m (8 ft. lbs.).
- Connect the right CAC hose to cooler. Tighten clamp to 11 N.m (8 ft. lbs.).
- Install the rear CAC shroud (2). Tighten bolts (1) to 9 N.m (80 in. lbs.).
- Install the right side CAC rear shroud bolts (1) and tighten to 9 N.m (80 in. lbs.).
- Install the rear CAC shroud (3) push pins (4).
- Position the front CAC shroud (2) and install push pins (1).
- Install the front four CAC shroud bolts (1). Tighten bolts to 9 N.m (80 in. lbs.).
- Install the left wheel house splash shield. Refer to SHIELD, SPLASH, FRONT WHEELHOUSE .
- Install the right wheel house splash shield. Refer to SHIELD, SPLASH, FRONT WHEELHOUSE .
- Remove support and lower the vehicle.
- Connect both of the negative battery cables.
- Start engine and check for boost system leaks.