Cover(S), Engine Timing: Removal
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.
- Disconnect the battery negative cable.
- Remove air cleaner assembly (2, 4). Refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, REMOVAL .
- Remove the engine cover (1). Refer to REMOVAL .
- Drain cooling system.
- Remove the fan drive assembly.
- Remove accessory drive belt (3).
- Remove fan shroud.NOTE:
It is not necessary to disconnect A/C lines or discharge refrigerant.
- Remove A/C compressor and position aside.
- Remove the A/C line support brace (2).
- Remove the generator and position aside.
- Remove upper radiator hose (1) at the thermostat housing (3).
- Disconnect the temperature sensor electrical connector (2).
- Disconnect both heater hoses (2) at timing cover.
- Disconnect lower radiator hose (1) at the water pump.
1 - 3 - Jaw Puller 1023 2 - Crankshaft Insert 8513A - Remove accessory drive belt tensioner and both idler pulleys.
- Remove crankshaft damper (2). Refer to DAMPER, VIBRATION, REMOVAL .
- If equipped, remove power steering pump and set aside.
- Raise the vehicle.NOTE:
If equipped with 4WD. The front axle housing requires to be lowered but does not require removal from the vehicle.
- Drain the engine oil.
- If equipped, remove the front skid plate (2).
- Disconnect and position aside the axle disconnect actuator (2) wiring connector (1).
- Mark (4) and remove the front drive shaft (2) at the front axle flange (1).
- Remove the bolts (1) that support the axle pinion to the transmission.
- Using a suitable jack. Support the axle.
- Remove the axle support bolts (2, 5).
- Lower the axle.
- Remove the oil pan.NOTE:
It is not necessary to remove water pump for timing cover removal.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove timing cover bolts and remove cover.
- Verify that timing cover slide bushings (1) are located in timing cover.