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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 TIMINGREMOVAL
2023 Dodge and Ram Charger SXT, 4WD
Cover(S), Engine Timing: Removal
2023 Dodge and Ram Charger SXT, 4WDSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Remove the throttle body. Refer to THROTTLE BODY, REMOVAL .
- Remove the water pump. Refer to PUMP, WATER, REMOVAL
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- Disconnect the camshaft position sensor wire harness connector (1).
- Remove A/C compressor from the front timing chain cover and position aside. Refer to COMPRESSOR, A/C, REMOVAL .
- Remove the generator from the front timing chain cover and position aside. Refer to GENERATOR, REMOVAL .
- Remove the vibration damper. Refer to DAMPER, VIBRATION, REMOVALΒ .
- Remove the five front oil pan to timing cover bolts (1).
- Remove the engine timing cover retaining bolts (1) and remove the engine timing cover.
- Verify that the engine timing cover slide bushings (1) remain located in the engine timing cover.
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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.