Change Car Water Pump Dodge Ram 1500

Change Car Water Pump

Easy 2h30 ~250$
Time Estimate 2h30
Cost Estimate ~250$
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
Ram 1500 2009-2010 1
  • 5.7 V8 Gas (EZH)

What is the function of a Dodge Ram 1500 water pump?

The water pump circulates the coolant through the engine and radiators. Together with the thermostat, it maintains the engine within its operating temperature range. Most engines have a mechanical water pump driven by the timing belt or an accessory belt.

When should you change the Dodge Ram 1500 water pump?

If the water pump is driven by the timing belt, it is strongly recommended to replace it at the same time as the timing belt kit. Signs of failure include: coolant leak from the pump weep hole, grinding or whining noise, engine overheating.

Is it difficult to change the Dodge Ram 1500 water pump?

Difficulty level 2/5: technically easy if replaced as part of a timing belt kit change. If replaced independently, the timing belt must be removed and refitted, requiring engine timing tools.

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3 generations covered

Generation Years Vehicles Fuel
Ram 1500 1993-2001 1993-2001 3.9 Gas (EHC), 5.2 CNG CNG (ELF), 5.2 Gas (ELF), 5.9 Gas (EML) CNG, Gas
Ram 1500 2002-2008 2002-2008 3.7 Gas (EKG), 4.7 Gas (EVA), 4.7 Gas (EVE), 4.7, -Flex fuel Gas (EVD), 5.7 V8 Gas (EZA), 5.7 V8 W/ MDS Gas (EZB), 8.3 SRT-10 Gas (EWC) Gas
Ram 1500 2009-2010 2009-2010 3.7 Gas (EKG), 4.7, -Flex fuel Gas (EVE), 5.7 V8 Gas (EZD), 5.7 V8 Gas (EZH) Gas

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