RAM 4500 Chassis Cab Truck 2WD L6-6.7L DSL Turbo (2008)
Water Pump: Removal and Replacement
Water Pump - Removal
6.7L DIESEL
1. Disconnect battery negative cables.
2. Drain cooling system See: Cooling System/Service and Repair .
3. Disconnect ambient air temp sensor electrical connector and mass airflow sensor electrical connector (if equipped).
4. Remove turbocharger inlet tube and air filter housing. For 5.9L Diesel, See: Tune-up and Engine Performance Checks/Air Cleaner
Housing/Service and Repair/Air Cleaner Housing - Removal, for 6.7L Diesel, See: Tune-up and Engine Performance Checks/Air Cleaner
Housing/Service and Repair/Air Cleaner Housing - Removal .
5. Remove generator assembly See: Starting and Charging/Charging System/Alternator/Service and Repair/Generator - Removal .
6. Remove the accessory drive belt See: Drive Belts, Mounts, Brackets and Accessories/Drive Belt/Service and Repair/Removal and
Replacement/Accessory Drive Belt - Removal .
7. Remove water pump mounting bolts (3).
8. Remove O-ring from water pump.
9. Clean water pump sealing surface on cylinder block.
Water Pump - Installation
6.7L DIESEL
1. Install new O-ring seal in groove on water pump.