RAM 1500 Truck 2WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2002)
Timing Cover: Service and Repair
TIMING BELT/CHAIN COVER(S)
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Drain cooling system.
3. Remove fan and fan drive assembly.
4. Disconnect both heater hoses at timing cover.
5. Disconnect lower radiator hose at engine.
6. Remove crankshaft damper.
7. Remove accessory drive belt tensioner assembly (Fig. 130).
8. Remove the generator.
9. Remove A/C compressor.
10. Remove cover and gasket (Fig. 131).
INSTALLATION
1. Clean timing chain cover and block surface. Inspect cover gasket and replace as necessary.
2. Install cover and gasket. Tighten fasteners in sequence as shown in (Fig. 131) to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
