RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2005)
Timing Cover: Service and Repair
COVER - TIMING REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the engine cover (1).
3. Remove air cleaner assembly.
4. Drain cooling system.
5. Remove accessory drive belt.
6. Remove fan and fan drive assembly.
7. Remove coolant bottle and washer bottle.
8. Remove fan shroud.
NOTE: It is not necessary to disconnect A/C lines or discharge freon.
9. Remove A/C compressor and set aside.
10. Remove the generator.
11. Remove upper radiator hose.
12. Disconnect both heater hoses at timing cover.
13. Disconnect lower radiator hose at engine.
14. Remove accessory drive belt tensioner and both idler pulleys.
15. Remove crankshaft damper (2).
NOTE: Do not remove the hoses from the power steering pump.
