RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1997)
12. Remove accessory drive belt as follows: The drive belt is equipped with a spring loaded automatic tensioner.
13. 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.
14. Remove the four water pump pulley-to-water pump hub bolts and remove pulley from vehicle.
15. Remove the lower radiator hose and heater hose from water pump.
Fig 65 Coolant Return Tube
16. Loosen heater hose coolant return tube mounting bolt and remove tube from water pump. Discard the old tube O-ring.
