Engine DODGE RAM 2003 Service Repair Manual

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DODGE RAM 2003  Service Repair Manual (12) Install coolant reserve/overflow container or
degas container to fan shroud and tighten the bolts
to 8.5 N´m (75 in. lbs.).
(13) Connect upper radiator hose and install
clamp.
(14) Install batte

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DODGE RAM 2003  Service Repair Manual (6) Remove the power steering cooler mounting
bolts and position the power steering cooler out of
the way.
(7) Disconnect the transmission cooler lines at the
transmission. The transmission cooler wil

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DODGE RAM 2003  Service Repair Manual loaded pressure relief valve. This valve opens when
system pressure reaches the release range of 97-to-
124 kPa (14-to-18 psi).
A rubber gasket seals the radiator filler neck. This
is done to maintain

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DODGE RAM 2003  Service Repair Manual The pressure cap may test properly while posi-
tioned on tool 7700 (or equivalent). It may not hold
pressure or vacuum when installed on the radiator. If
so, inspect the radiator filler neck and radia

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DODGE RAM 2003  Service Repair Manual REMOVAL
The water pump on all models can be removed
without discharging the air conditioning system (if
equipped).
The water pump on all gas powered engines is
bolted directly to the engine timing cha

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DODGE RAM 2003  Service Repair Manual 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 surfa

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DODGE RAM 2003  Service Repair Manual radiator core, cooling system hoses and heater core,
this coolant absorbs the heat generated when the
engine is running. The pump is driven by the engine
crankshaft via a drive belt.
OPERATIONÐWATER

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DODGE RAM 2003  Service Repair Manual CAUTION: Do not pry water pump at timing chain
case/cover. The machined surfaces may be dam-
aged resulting in leaks.(9) Remove the water pump and gasket. Discard
gasket.
CLEANING
Clean the gasket mat

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DODGE RAM 2003  Service Repair Manual CAUTION: When installing the serpentine accessory
drive belt, the belt must be routed correctly. If not,
the engine may overheat due to the water pump
rotating in the wrong direction. Refer to (Fig. 4

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DODGE RAM 2003  Service Repair Manual INSPECTION
Visually inspect the water pump and replace if it
has any of the following conditions:
²The body is cracked or damaged
²Water leaks from the shaft seal. This is evident
by traces of coola