RAM 1500 Truck 2WD V8-5.7L VIN 2 (2006)
Water Pump: Service and Repair
WATER PUMP
REMOVAL
5.7L ENGINE
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Drain coolant.
3. Remove serpentine belt.
4. Remove fan clutch assembly.
5. Remove coolant fill bottle.
6. Disconnect washer bottle wiring and hose.
7. Remove fan shroud assembly.
8. Remove A/C compressor and generator brace.
9. Remove idler pulleys.
10. Remove belt tensioner assembly.
11. Remove upper and lower radiator hoses.
12. Remove heater hoses.
13. Remove water pump mounting bolts and remove pump.
CLEANING
Clean the gasket mating surface. Use caution not to damage the gasket sealing surface.
INSPECTION
Inspect the water pump assembly for cracks in the housing, water leaks from shaft seal, worn bearing or impeller rubbing either the pump body or
timing chain case/cover.
INSTALLATION
