RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (2002)
6. Loosen the heater hose coolant return tube mounting bolt and remove the tube from the water pump. Discard the old tube O-ring.
7. Remove the water pump mounting bolts.
8. Loosen the clamp at the water pump end of bypass hose. Slip the bypass hose from the water pump while removing pump from vehicle. Do not
remove the clamp from the bypass hose.
9. Discard the old gasket.
CAUTION: Do not pry the water pump at timing chain case/cover. The machined surfaces may be damaged resulting in leaks.
CLEANING
Clean gasket mating surfaces as necessary.
INSPECTION
Visually inspect the water pump and replace if it has any of the following conditions:
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The body is cracked or damaged
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Water leaks from the shaft seal. This is evident by traces of coolant below the vent hole
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Loose or rough turning bearing. Also inspect thermal fan drive
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Impeller rubbing the pump body
INSTALLATION