RAM 1500 Van V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2001)
4. Remove Powertrain Control Module (PCM) mounting bolts and remove PCM. Do not disconnect 60-way connector from PCM.
5. Remove upper radiator hose clamp at radiator. A special clamp tool must be used to remove the constant tension clamps. Remove hose at radiator.
6. Remove two-piece fan shroud.
7. Unplug wiring harness from A/C compressor.
8. Remove the air cleaner assembly and plastic air cleaner intake tube.
9. Remove accessory drive belt.
10. The drive belt idler pulley must be removed to gain access to one of the A/C compressor/generator bracket mounting bolts. Remove the idler
pulley bolt and remove idler pulley.
11. Remove the engine oil dipstick tube mounting bolt at the side of the A/C-generator mounting bracket.
12. Disconnect throttle body control cables.
13. Remove heater hose coolant return tube mounting bolt and remove tube from engine. Discard the old tube O-ring.
14. Remove bracket-to-intake manifold bolts (number 1 and 2).
