2006 Dodge Ram 5.7L: Replacing the water pump

In this video, I replaced the water pump on a 2006 Ram 1500 4x4 with the 5.7L Hemi. It is a fairly straightforward process, and definitely something a DIY'er or mechanically inclined person can tackle.
Time needed: About 2 hours
Tools needed: Serpentine belt removal tool, Water pump pulley tool, 36mm wrench (for cooling fan), misc. metric sockets/wrenches (13mm, 15mm), some extensions, torque wrench, pliers, funnel, and a drain pan.
Other consumables needed: Zerex G05 antifreeze/coolant (or Mopar equivalent), Distilled Water, some rags.
Parts used in this video: Gates water pump, Gates thermostat/gasket.
I created this video with the KZbin Video Editor ( / editor )

[@howardsthay8550]

Very nice refresher course. What i do to remember the bolt pattern is as I remove each bolt I put the bolt in the same location on the new water pump. Then after i remove the old pump i set the pump next to the new pump and transfer the bolts to the new one one at a time.

[@pcrepairxpress9374]

Ok so: 1. Remove Bolts and Place on New Pump one at a time to keep track of placement 2. Transfer all Bolts to Old Pump from New Pump to same places after removal (Both pumps are now off) 3. Place new water pump on and remove bolts one at a time from old pump to original placement Thank you I didn't think of that, going to use it tomorrow!

[@bash7102]

Nice work brother! Thanks for taking the time to create and share with us diy'ers! Much appreciated 🙏 👏

[@AKJeeper]

My pleasure!

[@rdaray8994]

Thank you so much for making such a clear step by step guide. This helped me save a lot of time! Alot of us men in the world use these types of videos daily! Thank you for making them! Cheers 🍻

[@huntmasterism]

There is nothing you could add to this video to make it better. It is absolutely perfect just like it is. GREAT JOB.THANK YOU VERY MUCH for posting it.

[@azmusclecar]

This video should serve as the benchmark for other video providers on HOW TO SHOOT and EXPLAIN and PERFORM the advertised heading. Very well done. I get tired of being entertained (NOT) by posters who make the videos long and drawn out with stupid babble. Brevity is OUR FRIEND. I wanted to add my 2008 had 2 plastic pushpins holding the bottom of the radiator shroud in which surprised me when I went to lift the shroud out. Your detail of what tools needed, and the socket sizes and I even followed the suggestion by one of the contributors when I took a bolt out of the water pump I put in in the hole on the new water pump and then transferred them to the old as a template for the new. EXCELLENT! Keep up the great work. And thank you for being a professional producing a quality video.

[@robertsturgeon7517]

Perfect!! I'm a heart transplant patient..and it took me 2 hours by myself! Thank you!👍

[@edwardwatson6562]

Thanks for the video! My seventeen-year-old was able to replace his water pump with no issues. He plans on becoming a mechanic so this was a great experience.

[@markee063]

Yours was the 3rd video I found. It's the absolute best how-to. Just finished before my wife has to go solo from WV to a very cold Buffalo for Christmas. Thanks a million. I'm much less worried for her.

[@AKJeeper]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chaneymcdonnell5608]

Excellent teaching skills and hands on step by step instructions as well as tools needed. One trip to O’Reillys and an hour of my time saved hundreds. Thank you so much!!!

[@idahohusker7655]

Instead of making a template I just stick the bolts in the new part. Great video thank you!

[@chrismeyer5644]

Great demonstration! I replaced my water pump this weekend on my 04 Ram. This was a great reference! Thanks!

[@anthonymoy4471]

What tq specs did you go with

[@juan123820]

Brother if I could like your video a million times I would, good visual of what you were doing, good explanation of what you were doing, great step by step, etc... overall good video!

[@AKJeeper]

Thanks for the kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video!

[@aube1208]

It don't get any better then this perfect thank you now i feel confident to do the job

[@LetsDIYIt]

I'm tackling this project for the first time this weekend. Thank you for the clear and detailed video. I feel confident I can do it now thanks to the time you took to make this video. 👍

[@devanwarren8046]

Great job on the video. I don’t have a lot of mechanical experience but this video made it real easy for me to get mine done

[@mestercrister]

Thank you for this. One of the better help videos I've found in repairing this truck.

[@leebeason7460]

Awesome video, Thank you so much. I really appreciate people like you who take the time to do these!

[@AKJeeper]

I'm glad you liked the video. Really makes me feel good that you and others appreciate these videos and find them helpful. Thanks so much for taking the time to leave feedback!

[@ChaoticLag]

Great video and excellent angle. I've got a '07 Ram 1500 with a Hemi that I have to replace the water pump on tomorrow.

[@noob5000000]

Thank you for the clear steady views. I'm doing a water pump on a 2006 Durango and this video helped.

[@AKJeeper]

I'm glad the video helped! Funny thing is I did a water pump on a 2008 Durango the other day. Not quite as much room to work with as the Ram, but not a bad job. Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment!

[@Stretch64]

Thanks for the great video. Just finished replacing the water pump on my '05 and your video really helped!

[@AKJeeper]

Glad to hear that the video helped you out. Thanks for taking the time to leave a positive comment! I love helping people and hearing back from folks like yourself keeps me motivated to continue posting videos.

[@michaelfairchild3008]

Great job on the clarity and detailed info on your video. This is very a very helpful video!

[@Djiajpidpjptaaijtoir]

Thank you for saving me $400+ by going the DIY way! Much appreciated.

[@AKJeeper]

I'm glad you were able to DIY, and save yourself a sizable chunk of money! That's precisely why I like to put videos up on KZbin - to help folks repair their vehicles themselves. Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment. I really appreciate it.

[@michaelpadilla8020]

First thing I had thought was the radiator was blocked, but the top hose was collapsed. When I pulled the thermostat out and started the engine, the hose didn't collapse but there was a weak flow going into the radiator. Guess I'll put a radiator flush thru the system when I get the new water pump and thermostat this week just to be sure it's clear. Thanks for the video and info, you gave me some great feedback quickly. The engine seems the same, just where the recovery tank and air filter and hoses are different.. Again, thanks..

[@gfender2197]

Thank you I’ll be replacing my water pump soon. Awesome video! Good content and a fantastic refresher for me!

[@OVI-Wan-Kenobi-8]

Great video. The hardest part by far is removing the fan clutch while restraining the pump pulley, the required torque spec is about 40 ft lbs to remove the fan clutch, but some are on a lot tighter if its been on there for over 10 years.

[@josecolindres2562]

This video is amazing the way you do this job step by step is very helpful thanks for make this type of video I learn a lot from you'll.

[@eduardotroncoso3444]

Thank you to share your knowledge. the way you do your work and explain it does it in a simple and understandable way. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@walterhawes7217]

Thanks a million time over. You have saved me money and headache. You made it simple. Again, thanks.

[@AKJeeper]

Michael Boggio: Basic rule of thumb, if you didn't use a template like I did to keep track of the bolts: look at the thickness of the water pump at each of the bolt hole locations. The thickest parts use the longer bolts, the thin parts use the short bolts.

[@alieskyalvarez3198]

Thanks for the info. Now i know what i need for the job tomorrow.

[@mikekeith612]

Outstanding step by step guide -- extremely helpful! Thank you!!

[@AKJeeper]

Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to leave a comment. I really appreciate it!

[@henrye.williams4271]

this is an awesome and complete video it will save anyone who view a lot of money. he make it look nice and simple..THANKS A LOT.

[@j.r.elpadrino7050]

I appreciate your video for I has helped me give me an idea on how to do this job myself, more importantly the special tools and specs torque… thank you and will continue to support your channel

[@kittysparkles13]

Excellent video! Thanks!

[@bigdaddygarcia5145]

Great video, the step by step was really helpful!

[@1ronsario]

Thank you for sharing youre a good man, God bless you and your family,

[@Regster34]

Very nice my friend. Great information You were a big help to me. Thanks again from Boston

[@Robert82]

Great video.. awesome details. . Nice to have a heads up prior to tackling the job

[@AKJeeper]

Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment! Glad the video was helpful to you!

[@ericojose6574]

Nice job bro! I'm ready now

[@sirj9]

Fantastic and informative video. Thank you for sharing.

[@dannypalmer7701]

Better video than A1 .Good video!

[@skyedog24]

Thank you for pre running the job for me. Sure Gota like that pulley tool !!

[@richardweitzel7044]

Excellent video! Very detailed and complete. My only comment is that I like to use Permatex silicone sealant for antifreeze systems on all of the gasket surfaces and on the hose pipes. Through experience I have had O rings and gaskets weep/ leak after a year or two. Using the silicone sealant makes the repair permanent and leak tight.

[@seeaclip]

Really nice detailed video!

[@AKJeeper]

Thank you! I appreciate that you took the time to leave feedback. Have a great day!

[@clickingmyheals]

Excellent video!! Very informative, Thank you.

[@TonyYanco]

Only thing good on explain details N socket sizes and torque and step by step on what to do. Did extra removal on radiator for no reason but helpful 😁💯👍👍

[@anothercrazycanuck]

Good job. Informative. Guess i better buy a new thermostat too. 👍

[@AKJeeper]

Yes, this is a very good time to replace a thermostat. I also replaced the radiator hoses while I was at it, as the hoses were original to the truck and were starting to crack in some areas. Thanks for checking out my video and leaving a comment, I really appreciate it!

[@TheRealNolanStyles]

Great video, made it easier to do

[@gregorywarnock8037]

Great vid very clear to the point.luv no Xtra hoopla most do on here,thinking they are some sorta super star being funny and cute,just do the job like this guy did.

[@_Steptoe_]

THANK YOU BROTHER

[@samflores6815]

great video. Thanks

[@hughjorgen9424]

nice job brother thanks

[@stevenschrock]

Great job

[@sirusguyrus2445]

Thanks alot future project for me.

[@83neffline]

Thank you!

[@javiergranados4145]

Thank you

[@dyer2cycle]

..Have to change the water pump on my wife's 2006 Durango 5.7 tomorrow...watching this, hope it is basically the same as this Ram...as a side note, I am amazed how many metric wrench and socket sets omit 15mm and 18mm sizes..very frustrating and makes no sense..2 of the most commonly used sizes on pretty much all domestic vehicles since the mid-late 1980's..not sure about imports, I don't have any of those...to add insult to injury, they usually DO include seldom-or-never used sizes such as 9, 12, and 17mm....

[@javierzerozeroseven9959]

GOOD JOB 👍

[@tobiasmcknight3970]

Thank you for the video. Very simple and detailed. Did it myself thanks to you. 2 thumbs up 👍👍 Thanks again, TEE Have you done a heater core in the same truck?

[@AKJeeper]

I have not done a heater core in one of these trucks in a very long time. I'll be sure to get a video posted up the next time I do one. Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment, I really appreciate it!

[@r.b.l.5841]

Great Vid - thanks a lot this helped me with my WP change out today!

[@AKJeeper]

Glad this video was able to help you. Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment!

[@KR-rb6jj]

Do you happen to know around how long this replacement took? Great video btw.

[@jrtolas]

how do you bleed it been working on my car for days and cant bleed the air out of the coolant

[@sonboogie]

Well done. 👍🏽 Subbed

[@AKJeeper]

Thank you! I appreciate that you took the time to leave a positive comment. Have a great day!

[@craigdavisson5030]

Great video! Thanks for all the info. P.S. time to clean the garage.. He He

[@OscarGarcia-iw9px]

Excelente bro 😎

[@AKJeeper]

Muchos gracias!

[@michaelboggio4751]

the bolts are different sizes what holes do they go in the water pump?

[@noxcube6439]

When taking the fan off is it counter clock wise to remove the fan?

[@josephpuchel6497]

Hey nice tutorial. Maybe use anti seize on bolts because steel bolts in aluminum block. I would even get new bolts and anti seize.

[@baikalservices]

Thank you!! Can Pump seals be intermittent as far as leaks go?

[@Macho426426426]

Thank you yung blood

[@jman4250]

What was the torque pressure on the bolts water valve connected to the thermostat ?

[@IH8CA]

Thank you so much for the video, excellent quality and instruction! How long are people seeing these Gates pumps last? Going to do mine here in a bit but leaning on OE; 4x the price but too many accounts of poor quality since moving to China.

[@AKJeeper]

I’m pretty picky about the parts I put into vehicles. I normally avoid Chinese parts as much as I can. In this case I used a Gates pump, which unfortunately was of Chinese manufacture…but I took a gamble as this job isn’t terribly difficult or overly time consuming on this vehicle. That truck is still on the road with the owner happily driving it. With that said, I recently did a Durango with a 5.7 and went with a Napa pump - dealer did not have a Mopar one in stock, but my local Napa had several. I was pleasantly surprised to see the Napa one was made in Canada. Looked to be the OE pump with the Chrysler emblems scratched off. Sometimes you get lucky with Napa parts.

[@IH8CA]

@@AKJeeper Excellent perspective, much appreciated! I'll swing by the parts stores and check some boxes, thanks!

[@mowbetterlawnservice4771]

great video. what model milwaukee is that??

[@rudolfomendoza7103]

Very well explained procedure but you FORGOT to tighten one bolt

[@nickromano8851]

are there any engine purge valves to help getting air out of engine coolant chamber? I did this on a toyota pickup once & engine overheated because not enough coolant got in

[@AKJeeper]

Nick Romano not on this engine. A lot of foreign vehicles have these purge valves but some domestic rigs like this Ram are straightforward and nearly self-purge on their own. Just make sure coolant level is up in both the expansion tank and the radiator and you should be fine assuming your thermostat is good.

[@OVI-Wan-Kenobi-8]

15:45 I don't think it matters if the hole on the thermostat is up or down or to the side, as long as the thermostat is inserted in the correct direction of flow. The water pump and thermostat housing is going to be full of coolant when the engine is running hot so it doesn't really matter if the hole is up or down or to the side because it will still be fully submerged in fluid.

[@AKJeeper]

The hole or jiggle pin needs to be oriented up. It’s there to aid in the removal of any air trapped on either side of the thermostat, more specifically before the engine has reached full operating temperature. Some vehicles don’t utilize an air bleed in the thermostat, but some do. It’s always best to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations, and in this case they pointed this out in the factory service procedure…which is why I also mention it in my video.

[@stephenthomason2886]

How did you get those electrical connectors to the overflow tank off

[@AAATowDriver]

Great Video! How did you know the water pump was bad? I'm getting a leak right in the middle but haven't removed anything yet?

[@AKJeeper]

fanaticofutube The water pump on this truck developed a leak. I could see that the leak was at the water pump weep hole. This is a sign that the water pump shaft seal failed. It is not a replaceable seal, so the whole pump needed to be replaced.

[@AAATowDriver]

Looks like I may have to dig in to verify and look for the weep hole. and see if it's leaking from there. Thanks!

[@AKJeeper]

fanaticofutube The weep hole was really tricky on this one. It is hidden by the water pump pulley. But I could see the leak coming from behind the pulley with the engine running so I knew it was the water pump and not something else. Hope you are able to find the cause of your leak! Good luck!

[@michaelpadilla8020]

I have a 2006 Durante with the 5.7 Hemi. Under the hood it looks a little different, but the engine should be the same right ? Durango started over heating and the top hose collapsed from the suction. I pulled the thermostat to check if it was maybe not opening. Reconnected the thermostat housing and top hose, refilled the system and took it for a test. Still getting over heating but not as fast. The top hose didn't collapse. Took the top hose off the radiator and started the engine with a waterhose in the radiator inlet. The pump doesn't seem to have any pressure. I had back flushed the radiator and it is clear of obstructions. My question is , How many gallons per minute should the water pump be pumping to keep the Hemi cool ?

[@AKJeeper]

The engine in a Durango is pretty much the same. Sounds to me like you may have a restriction in your radiator, or possibly a faulty water pump. I am not sure what the GPM rating for the water pump is, as it is not specified in the factory service manual.

[@josephdossantos9274]

Late comment. The Idler pulley should be 16 ft lbs of torque.The tensioner should be 30 ft lbs of torque.

[@aaronperez3704]

Gracias amigo me sirvió mucho me ahorre unos dólares

[@gusf8451]

good video , can you please tell the torque spec on the t stat housing and the power steering pump thanks

[@AKJeeper]

Thermostat housing bolts: 13Nm or 112 Inch Pounds. Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolts: 28Nm or 21 foot pounds.

[@Rohirn]

I was told I should use something called grey silicone between the gasket and the engine block / timing chain cover is this necessary ?

[@AKJeeper]

Rohirn absolutely not necessary on these as they have a good rubber gasket. The use of silicone sealant on something like this could actually cause a leak. The factory does not use nor recommend silicone sealant and I don’t either.

[@angeloramos6852]

You did a nice job I just replaced my water pump and it's giving me problems it's starting to shake on me the steering wheel shakes if you can give me a feedback I really appreciate 😥👍 God bless

[@OVI-Wan-Kenobi-8]

Something happened to your steering pump, look there first.

[@nickromano8851]

What was your symptoms to determine the pump needed replacing? Leaks or noise?

[@AKJeeper]

Nick Romano leaked whenever the engine was cold. It leaked out of the weep hole on the water pump. That’s an indication that the water pump shaft seal has failed.

[@Rontex86]

I did everything step by step (to my knowledge) I'm truck is now overheating and heater won't Work? What may have caused the problem I have?

[@AKJeeper]

Sounds like the coolant level is low. When the engine is cold, remove the radiator cap, and fill the radiator with a 50/50 mix of coolant. Be sure that the coolant tank is filled to the MAX mark, so that as the cooling system burps itself - it can take coolant from the tank and keep the radiator full.

[@larrymaggard80]

Ronald vasquez thermostat might be sticking or faulty

[@larrymaggard80]

Ronald vasquez yes an keep filling until all the way filled .normally takes a few runs.

[@noxcube6439]

Im thinking of just spray painting the bolts and area instead of a template. Different colors

[@tylermoore4465]

Wouldnt happen to have a part number for that spanner wrench/holding tool would you?

[@AKJeeper]

Lisle #43580. It works on GM and Chrysler products.

[@JacksonGuitarsPlayer03]

The well known hemi tick is the lifters

[@caseykennedy7716]

The tool I bought doesn’t fit on my pulley, but the tool looks just like yours. Do you have a part number for your tool?

[@AKJeeper]

Lisle #43580. It works on GM and Chrysler products.

[@pedrothehunter3721]

Hey can u put the fan first before u put the fan cover on because u have room to work I think can u and great 👍 video

[@mauriciocastaneda8463]

I have 05 ram 2500 water pump (3new) cracked 3 times ..any idea why is this happening??

[@mikechapman4767]

What brand pumps?

[@illiniwood]

Torque wrench is not accurate. The bolts are getting torqued too tight. All looks good until the engine and water pump gets to an extended operating temp, then it cracks.

[@dannypalmer7701]

Hoses are stiffin Cold Wyoming.

[@aceaceac]

what was the torque for the thermostat bolts

[@AKJeeper]

18ft/lbs

[@r.b.l.5841]

i believe that is right, but the other items that come off to access the water pump - tensioner and idler pulleys are 30 ft.lb Howards' method to keep all the bolts in the right locations is what i do too, a long bolt put where a short one belongs will turn your day into a very bad one fast - keep all the bolts in proper locations as you do the swap.

[@collinmccurdy445]

What if my heater core is bad and not working? Will the system still bleed ok?

[@AKJeeper]

If your heater core is plugged up or leaking, the system may not bleed properly. It's best to bypass the heater core in this case (take the two heater core hoses and connect them together with a hose union), before bleeding the system.

[@jeffbugbee1821]

where did you get the fan removal tool

[@AKJeeper]

Jeff Bugbee I bought my fan removal tool from NAPA but I have seen them on Amazon also and I think they are available for rent from other parts stores such as Autozone.

[@antoniogallegos7049]

👍👌

[@bigt5699]

Just had a water pump put in my 05 ram 5.7 hemi. Now I'm hearing a gurgling sound like running water the sound is on the passenger side like behind the glove box anyone have a clue what this might be

[@AKJeeper]

Classic symptom of a cooling system that hasn't been burped completely. You're hearing the air bubbles in the heater core, which is located roughly on the passenger side behind the glove box. What's the coolant level like in the expansion tank? Once the engine has cooled down (overnight or at least a couple of hours) - pop the radiator cap off and make sure the radiator is topped off.

[@bigt5699]

@@AKJeeper thanks for the reply I just popped the hood and the level in the expansion tank is at the add level. Can't believe they didn't top it off. I'll fill it and hope that takes care of it thanks again for the info

[@j.r.elpadrino7050]

I didn’t see you tightened the heater pulley when you took off the last bolt

[@AKJeeper]

I'm not sure which pulley you're talking about?

[@j.r.elpadrino7050]

It’s ok… maybe I missed it It’s on the video from Min 11:32-11:43

[@j.r.elpadrino7050]

Anyways… I already shared this video It was extremely helpful… My next project is replacing the speed sensors… having a bit of trouble identifying which on is the input and output on a 2005 4.7 Dodge Durango

[@AKJeeper]

@@j.r.elpadrino7050 Maybe you mean the power steering pump pulley? I talk about tightening it at 22:15-22:19

[@AKJeeper]

@@j.r.elpadrino7050 The input speed sensor is on the driver's side of the transmission, toward the front of the transmission (closer to the bellhousing). The output speed sensor is toward the rear of the transmission. The sensor themselves are the same part number.

[@anthonyarroyo2672]

I took all the bolts out and the water pump stuck it’s not coming out for what ever reason could someone help please

[@AKJeeper]

If you're absolutely certain that you have all the bolts out, give the water pump a good smack with a rubber mallet.

[@anthonyarroyo2672]

Well do

[@JoeJoe-wp1vv]

SO did you ever replace it?