Engine Timing Cover(s) - Removal

REMOVAL










1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Drain the cooling system. Service and Repair
3. Remove electric cooling fan and fan shroud assembly.
4. Remove the radiator fan Cooling Fan - Removal
5. Disconnect both heater hoses at timing cover.
6. Disconnect lower radiator hose at engine.
7. Remove accessory drive belt tensioner assembly (1).
8. Remove crankshaft damper. Vibration Damper - Removal
9. Remove the generator. Generator - Removal
10. Remove the A/C compressor. A/C Compressor - Removal

CAUTION: The 3.7L engine uses an anaerobic sealer instead of a gasket to seal the front cover to the engine block, from the factory. For service, Mopar(R) Grey Engine RTV sealant must be substituted.

NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the water pump for timing cover removal.






11. Remove the bolts holding the timing cover to engine block.
12. Remove the timing cover.