RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V10-8.0L VIN W HDC (2000)
Timing Chain: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Remove timing chain cover and gasket using extreme caution to avoid damaging oil pan gasket.
2. Align camshaft and crankshaft centerline. Remove camshaft sprocket attaching bolt and remove timing chain and camshaft sprockets.
Fig. 56
3. Use puller 6444 and jaws 6820 to remove crankshaft sprocket (Fig. 56).
INSTALLATION
Fig. 57
1. Line up key in crankshaft with keyway in sprocket, press on crankshaft timing sprocket, use tools C-3688, C-3718 and MB-990799, seat sprocket
against crankshaft shoulder (Fig. 57)