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Pump, Water: Installation: 5.7L/6.4L

Fig 1: Thermostat Housing, Water Pump, Belt Tensioner, & Idler Pulley
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  1. Clean and inspect the mating surfaces of the timing chain cover (1) and the water pump.
  2. Install the water pump (3). Tighten bolts (6) to the proper torque specification. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
  3. Install the upper stud bolt (2). Tighten bolt to the proper torque specification. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
  4. Install the lower radiator hose to the water pump.
  5. Install the upper radiator hose to the thermostat housing (1).
  6. Install the belt tensioner assembly (4). Tighten the bolt to the proper torque specification. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
  7. Install the idler pulley (5). Tighten the bolt to the proper torque specification. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
    Fig 2: Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Electrical Connector, Heater Tube & Retaining Bolt
    GC0144611Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  8. Connect the temperature sensor wire hire harness connector (2).
  9. Using a new O-ring seal, install heater tube (3). Tighten bolt (1) to the proper torque specification. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
  10. Install the serpentine belt. Refer to BELT, SERPENTINE, INSTALLATION .
  11. Install the cooling fan assembly. Refer to FAN, COOLING, INSTALLATION .
  12. Install the air cleaner body. Refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, INSTALLATION for 5.7L or BODY, AIR CLEANER, INSTALLATION for 6.4L .
  13. Connect the negative battery cable.
  14. Evacuate the air and refill cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  15. Check the cooling system for leaks. Refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING .