RAM 2500 Truck 2WD V8-5.2L VIN Y (2000)
11. Remove accessory drive belt as follows: The drive belt is equipped with a spring loaded automatic tensioner.
12. 3.9L V-6 or 5.2/5.9L V-8 Gas Engines: Relax the tension from the belt by rotating the tensioner clockwise (as viewed from front). When all belt
tension has been relaxed, remove accessory drive belt.
13. Remove the lower radiator hose and heater hose from water pump.
14. Loosen heater hose coolant return tube mounting bolt and remove tube from water pump. Discard the old tube O-ring.