RAM 3500 Truck 2WD V10-8.0L VIN W (1997)
Timing Chain: Service and Repair
Timing Chain & Sprockets Replacement
REMOVAL
1. Remove timing chain cover and gasket using extreme caution to avoid damaging oil pan gasket.
2. Aline camshaft and crankshaft centerline. Remove camshaft sprocket attaching bolt and remove timing chain and camshaft sprockets.
Crankshaft Sprocket Removal
3. Use Puller 6444 and Jaws 6820 to remove crankshaft sprocket.
INSTALLATION
Crankshaft Sprocket Installation
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.
2. Turn crankshaft to line up the timing mark with the crankshaft and camshaft centerline.
3. Put chain on camshaft sprocket.
