RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (1999)
6. Install coolant return tube and its mounting bolt to engine. Be sure the slot in tube bracket is bottomed to mounting bolt. This will properly
position return tube.
7. Connect radiator lower hose to water pump.
8. Connect heater hose and hose clamp to coolant return tube.
9. Install water pump pulley. Tighten bolts to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.) torque. Place a bar or screwdriver between water pump pulley bolts to prevent
pulley from rotating.
10. Relax tension from automatic belt tensioner. Install drive belt.
Belt Routing-3.9L V-6 Or 5.2/5.9L V-8 LDC-Gas Engines
Belt Routing-5.9L HDC-Gas Engine-With A/C