CAMSHAFT, Engine: Removal: Camshaft

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Pickup and 2011 RAM Cab & Chassis. 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 .

Fig 1: Identifying Accessory Drive Belt
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Drain coolant. Refer to Standard Procedure .
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: Removing/Installing 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
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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.