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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM2023CHARGER SXT, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 2 (6.4L ENGINE (SERVICE INFORMATION))VALVE TIMINGCOVER(S), ENGINE TIMINGINSTALLATION
2023 Dodge and Ram Charger SXT, 4WD
Cover(S), Engine Timing: Installation
2023 Dodge and Ram Charger SXT, 4WDSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Clean the engine timing cover and engine block surface.NOTE:
Always install a NEW gasket when servicing the engine timing cover.
- Verify that the engine timing cover slide bushings (1) remain located in the engine timing cover.
- Using a new gasket, install the engine timing cover and tighten the retaining bolts (1) to the proper torque specifications. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSΒ
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- Install the five front oil pan to timing cover bolts (1) and tighten to the proper torque specifications. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSΒ .
- Install the vibration damper onto the crankshaft. Refer to DAMPER, VIBRATION, INSTALLATIONΒ .
- Install the generator. Refer to GENERATOR, INSTALLATION .
- Install the A/C compressor. Refer to COMPRESSOR, A/C, INSTALLATION
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- Connect the camshaft position sensor wire harness connector (1).
- Install the water pump. Refer to PUMP, WATER, INSTALLATION .
- Install the throttle body. Refer to THROTTLE BODY, INSTALLATION .
- Change the engine oil filter and fill the crankcase with the specified type and amount of engine oil. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE - ENGINE OIL SERVICEΒ .
- Connect the negative battery cable.
- Start the engine and check for leaks.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.