Engine Block: Crankshaft: Removal: Removal

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

NOTE:

To remove the crankshaft from the engine, the engine must be removed from the vehicle.

Remove the engine. Refer to Removal , 4.7L .
Remove the engine oil pump. Refer to PUMP, Engine Oil , Removal , 4.7L .

Fig 1: Oil Pan Tightening Sequence
Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC

CAUTION:
DO NOT pry on the oil pan gasket when removing the oil pan, The oil pan gasket is mounted to the cylinder block in three locations and will remain attached to block when removing oil pan. Gasket can not be removed with oil pan.
Remove oil pan. Refer to PAN, Oil , Removal , 4.7L .
Remove the oil pump pickup tube and oil pan gasket/windage tray.
Remove the bedplate mounting bolts. Note the location of the three stud bolts for installation.
Remove the connecting rods from the crankshaft.

Fig 2: Bedplate Pry Point Location
Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC

CAUTION:
The bedplate to cylinder block mating surface is a critical sealing surface. Do not pry on or damage this surface in any way.

NOTE:
The bedplate contains the lower main bearing halves. Use care when handling bedplate as not to drop or damage bearing halves. Installing main bearing halves in the wrong position will cause sever damage to the crankshaft.

NOTE:
The bedplate has pry points cast into it. Use these points only. The pry points are on both the left and right sides, only the left side is shown in illustration.
Carefully pry on the pry points (3) to loosen the bedplate (2) then remove the bedplate.
CAUTION:
When removing the crankshaft, use care not to damage bearing surfaces on the crankshaft.
Remove the crankshaft.