Timing Cover: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative cable from remote jumper terminal.
2. Remove upper radiator crossmember.
3. Remove fan module. Refer to Cooling System.
4. Remove the accessory drive belts.
5. Use Special Tool 8191 to hold crankshaft damper while removing center bolt.

Figure 65-Crankshaft Damper-Removal:

6. Remove crankshaft damper using Special Tools 1023 and C-4685-C2.

Figure 66-Timing Belt Covers:

7. Remove the lower belt cover located behind the crankshaft damper.

Figure 67- Sealer, Timing Belt Cover:

8. Remove the stamped steel cover. Do not remove the sealer on the cover, it is reusable. If some sealer is missing use Mopar Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant or equivalent to replace the missing sealer.
9. Remove the left cast cover.

INSTALLATION
1. Install the left cast cover and accessory belt tensioner pulley and bracket.
2. Install the right stamped steel cover.
3. Install the lower cover.
4. Install the crankshaft damper using Special Tools C-4685-C1 Bolt (5.9 inch) and 6792-1. Install center bolt, and while holding damper with Special Tool 8191, tighten center bolt to 115 Nm (85 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the fan module and upper radiator crossmember.
6. Connect negative cable to remote jumper terminal.