How To Replace A Water Pump - 09 Dodge Charger 2.7 (Step by Step) water pump replacement

[@coatneyadkins9005]

Yeah dude, everybody in the comments is right. Your extremely good at what you do... One mechanic you another, hats off to you sir.

[@924hammer]

Great tutorial! I was able to get this done in my garage in two days. I ended up with a vacuum leak and also tore the PVC valve tube gasket so I had to take the intake manifold off again and replace the intake manifold gaskets. I replaced the PVC valve when I replaced the PVC valve tube gasket, it was cheap and accessible with the manifold off

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I’m glad my video was able to help thanks for watching

[@Frankieperfect27]

Bro you are BY FAR the best KZbin MECHANIC. You should have a TV show on Cable. You set the BAR on AutoMechanic Tutorials.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Ahh man really appreciate that brother hopefully I will one day

[@josemlopez2262]

Alex, thanks for the step by step video. I'm a retired Air Force and school teacher. Not a mechanic, but I can follow good instructions. I bought this car in an auction as a project , it had a bad water pump. I took it to a mechanic and I think he didn't want to attack the problem, so he told me I needed a new motor. I didn't believe him, and I said to myself "I'll fix it". I must have watched your video like 20 times. I think I memorized it. I followed your steps, bought the water pump kit you suggested, made sure the timing chain was on right, put it all back together and the car started. I'm retired, so I took my time and it worked. I highly suggest having a cordless ratchet. Again Thanks!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Glad it helped and you were able to follow along. I’m very proud of you for finishing the job! Good stuff! 👨🏽‍🔧

[@MrJaviercito62]

@AlexTheCarDoctor hey bro I hope you doing well I have a question I don't know anything about mechanic but I'm gonna try to change the water pump in my car can you send me in a message all the parts that you change in this video so I can buy them I hope you see my message and hope you respond to me thank you and God bless you.

[@jamesanderson4014]

I absolutely agree with you got a 1999 doing the dame. I have figured it out every ten years or 100,000 miles this system must be replaced as a maintenance item. Thanks for the video. Have pulled cams for little chains.

[@tonyhouston3148]

Right on time for me. This video gave me motivation to invest in the repair instead of selling my dodge charger

[@santiagopena1251]

I felt like I was listening to bizzy bone help me fix my car..thanks

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Lol you got it brother

[@andrewsantana1660]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor i have important question i hope u can get back to me sooner then later How much did u charge for this job and how much would i be looking at estimation.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@andrewsantana1660 from $700 - $900 it depends on parts and the labor rate of whoever is doing the job.

[@andrewsantana1660]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor 900 being the most and what if i get all the parts?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@andrewsantana1660 if you get all the parts, maybe $500 - $700. Try not to get cheap parts online, it could come back to bite you.

[@gaythienpont7578]

Thanks you guys are awesome replaced water pump and timing chain could not have done it without your video

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

My pleasure buddy I’m glad my video helped you

[@tamrameadows]

I have a charger that I need help ordering not only all the parts but the right parts for replacing the water pump and the timing too. 2007 Dodge charger 2.7 l. P please can you help me with a wishlist of part numbers please

[@LegendCampbell]

Wait so u dont align the lower crank to the oil pump mark when setting that part of the timing? You move the chain to the mark? I did this exact timing and made the mistake of lining the crank with the 2:00 mark instead of 5:00 and the vehicle ran but sluggish at 2k rpm, so i checked and reset the timing to the lower mark not messing with the cams and now it won't start at all... What am i missing

[@andrebunting7603]

I'm getting to do this job on my daughter's 07 300 2.7. I was hoping the coolant leak was just the thermo housing but of course not lol. I think I've watched this video about 5 times already.

[@jimjones4516]

I gotta do one too , I never thought it was this much to take apart, lord have mercy 🥺

[@andrebunting7603]

@jimjones4516 I've gotten it torn down last weekend. Hoping to reassemble this weekend.

[@jimjones4516]

@@andrebunting7603 let me know how it goes

[@kc6442]

Brotha you and Fernando did yall thang. I learned a lot. Just dont think ill be attempting this one. But, if i do, i hope to God, i dont lose your video. Thanks.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thanks for watching man. I’m glad I’m able to help That’s my goal for this channel.

[@Leonarco333]

Awesome video. The missing brackets and stuff loose inside really bothers me. It’s one of the things that got me into vehicle maintenance and repair in the first place. If you take something out, just put it back. It was probably there for a reason. That reason isn’t always super important for function but usually it is, so just put it back. And if someone can’t put stuff back and make sure it’s properly torqued they don’t need to be working on someone else’s car. You do great work, Alex. Keep on it, brother.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there I’m the same way I always tell my employees if you take it off put it back. Thanks for the support

[@rickystarr2368]

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[@JaeMizz]

You made this look easy but convinced me to stay with my import. Great video

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thanks buddy

[@lwade2020]

Awesome video. 👌 not sure if you hear this enough on comments but,, Thank you sir. Knowledge is power

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thanks for the feedback and support my pleasure

[@gAR24K]

Good practice when working on the engine with the cooling fans removed, radiator fuming exposed. .I just put some cardboard, fit to size in front on the radiator to protect it from tools and small bumps.

[@soulsoothing6133]

You sir are amazing, thank you for this video helped me fix my step dad problem

[@jkracer073]

How much is the labor.

[@kellirodriguez70]

Question , we watched your video and got all the way through until the timing chain tensioner. Once tensioner was in and plate was screwed on , we tried to pop it and it would not pop all the way. We thought it could be a defaulted tensioner bought a new one but it did the same thing. What would you do in that situation?

[@YABOIKCDASHOOTAH]

you are truly amazing brother thank you im not a wrench but desperation calls for survival and you just made it alot clearer

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

My pleasure buddy

[@YABOIKCDASHOOTAH]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor hey man i have a question regarding the timing so basically when i did this the first time i put it back together and started my car up i heard a weird noise and then my car shut off i pulled it back apart for the 2nd time to find out my chain tensioner collapsed and that my chain was no longer at a tension so i replaced it my car was idling for about 10 seconds when the tensioner collapsed i never heard any metal on metal contact so i went ahead and just replaced the tensioner and retimed the engine in process of retiming the engine my passenger side cam sprocket rotated about 90 degree's id say i heard it turn 2x not full rotations just 2 snaps clockwise i went ahead and rotated both cams to tdc as you recommended and put it all back together went to start my car and it now is cranking but wont start and is backfiring like its not in time was i supposed to have rotated the passenger side cam back the 90 degree's it turned ive looked all over i cannot find this specific answer to that in my head thats the only logical thingi can come up with outside of the valves being bent which im gonna do a light check of tonight but im really hoping that isnt it and i just need to rotate the cam into correct manner all my timing marks lined up correctly but the sprocket did rotate outta the position it came in again thanks for the help

[@thelmaguerrero1649]

Buenas tardes disculpe keria preguntarle sobre el tiempo de Charger es k yo estoy arreglando uno es un Dodge Charger 2.7 y estoy batayando con el puesta a tiempo

[@roderickbrown5683]

Question i turned the driver side top cam a little far to the driver fender can i back it up to time it

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Yes you can move it to line up the color links to the cam indention

[@DaleHelzer]

Thank you very helpfully video doing a water pump on a charger your video answers all of my questions I had and worry's .

[@kodydaub9945]

How do you get that bottom timing gear back on once you've replaced the rings and put the rear cover on?

[@gaythienpont7578]

Must the motor be with number 1 piston in top dead center to replace timing chain

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I never check for that some technicians do but I find it unnecessary

[@camarogtz1392]

I have a ? I have a 04 Chrysler Sebring 2.7 Can I do the same u did because my sprocket don't line with cams Can I remove chain then turn it freely to the mark Then turn cams as well like u did same engine

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

It’s the same process but your chain is a lot harder to get to on that Sebring

[@juancarlosnavaortiz3599]

Sir ...so my charger start now but seems like if was misfire a spark plugs or a vacuum line and it get hot a middle of the hot gage..can't get to stay steady so am thinking head gasket ...can you please help me.....or can it be water pump...maybe ...it looks like this and sounds like that

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

First thing you need to do buddy is a block test that will test for a blown head gasket

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

The timing chain may have jumped

[@kyledevore871]

Thank you for the technique removal of the harmo balancer!! First time got it!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Glad I was able to help. Thanks for watching

[@topflightmechanic8692]

Thank you. I send your video link to a customer to explain the job to them.

[@beezy9028]

You think it easy for me to change my own oil in a 3.6 charger I seen videos it look so easy I just need the jack stands I have all the tools only thing I Wana no which way to turn the oil plug on the pan left or right or will it have it stamp with direction

[@kindall_etc]

Do u Thinck I can use a power drill to remove the Hermonic balancer bolt out that’s where im stuck at rn and you can’t turn the bolt with out the hearmonice ballencer turning right you need to turn the car in right my battery died so I got to charger it or get a new one it looks new I’m just trying to work on my self because no one around known how to and I’m using this video to help me a little bet at a time when I can

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey buddy a power drill will not work you need a strong electric 1/2 inch impact gun or Air impact 1/2 inch. Or do what I did on the video I will have to watch again to see what I did

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thanks for watching as well,I’m glad my videos are helping

[@kindall_etc]

Ok think you sir

[@chrisconnor1526]

Do you have to remove the chain to do the waterpump Chains and guides all seem fine no play at all

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Unfortunately yes it’s sort of a process

[@chrisconnor1526]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor I'm also missing something like a sensor or something that goes in the top of the trans, it has one screw hole, and if you put your finger in the hole you can feel the flywheel. Would you know what that sensor is called? Thank you for your help

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Can you send me a picture on Instagram

[@chrisconnor1526]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor sent you a pic On instagram alex

[@adotintheshark4848]

Very good video, Alex. I've learned I never want to buy a car with that engine.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thanks for watching buddy, lol

[@patrickmatlock7240]

You helped me changed mine easier then I thought. Now I need to change the heads. Do you have a video on 2.7 charger head removal?

[@jacobramos1672]

My 2.7 charger has water in oil ...so im going to order water pump kit and head gasket bolt kit do this with my uncle.....was it really that easy? I need motivation

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I won’t say easy but it definitely can be done if you take your time.make sure you take those heads to the machine shop and have them looked over,And make sure you torque everything have fun be safe

[@JoJoX556]

I have no slack in my chain to fit the tensioner in its already tight with the passenger guide in. If I add tensioner I can’t rotate crank, any advice? My cam marks are 36 links apart, no slack, 90 link chain

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Can you send me a picture on Instagram so I can see what’s going on for myself

[@JoJoX556]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor this situation was the tensioner not depressed all the way down

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

That’s what I figured but I need to see a picture to be sure,I’m glad you figured it out

[@romaulewilliams9459]

I really needed this one got a 09 with the same engine and water is getting in the

[@RedMohawk95]

you give a man a fish he eats for one day you teach him to fish he eats forever now with my 8 years of auto repairs i can do timing chains and eat forever thanks man

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

That's awesome! That’s why I do it man. Salute to my fellow repair man! 👨🏽‍🔧🫡

[@johnhufnagel]

I clearly watched this once before (since I already liked it) but I missed the bolt "trick/hack" at the 41:00 or so mark, of putting the bolts for the water pump into the holes on the new one so you don't screw up where they go. damn obvious good idea, but I never thought of doing that.

[@BC_nopowder]

I have a 07 charger with 2.7 and it was running decent and now it won’t crank . Timing chain has been loose but now it won’t start . The engine still turns so I’m Thinking it jumped time .. is it too late to replace timing chain if it jumped time and won’t start or is there still hood ?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there if it has jumped timing there is a 50/50 chance that you may have internal engine damage because you have a interference engine,that means when a timing chain has jumped out of time the engine valve will contact the engine piston.the next step should be a cylinder leak down test if you suspect it has jumped timing hopefully it is something else

[@arturodelvillarjr5452]

Hello I have a code p0016 and changed crank and camshaft wires as well and took the battery negative out and it ran fine but then the check engine light came back on I went back to autozone and same code but this time it had a leak of water on the right side underneath the compressor you think I need to change everything or just the water pump? If so from where should I order , and the right part because there are tons of it , it's a Dodge charger 2009 2.7 saludos.. n ty. God bless 🙌

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there thanks for watching the water pump needs to be replaced along with all the timing components that’s what’s causing that Code, for parts go to Napa

[@jasonmckenzie9936]

Hey car doctor. Im currently working on the same engine for a customer. But i forgot to place everything in timing. I took the tensioner out and both cames spring out of place. How can i make sure its back in correct timing befire i put the chain back on?

[@JesseJones-r4w]

I got a question do I need to get the whole timing chain kit with sprocket and all when replacing the Water pump

[@thatbowtieguy1402]

Is the guide that the tensioner pushes supposed to wiggle back and fourth on the bottom spacer?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

From what I remember yes but to be on the safe side can you send me a video on Instagram

[@thatbowtieguy1402]

Sent

[@kindall_etc]

Can I do this the same way for I got at Chrysler 300 2008 2.7L v6

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there yes it’s the same process

[@freddycazares4190]

Helpful advice thanks you should do a oil pan removal on that 2.7 dodge charger

[@leadfoot97]

Does it matter if you turn the crank counterclockwise?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

It should not matter

[@freddycazares4190]

Helpful advice I have a 2.7 engine on dodge magnum it's knocking ppl say I need a engine knocking sounds like it's passenger front chaine should I do this what your doing others say it's rockers or valves others oil pump I just got it runs and drives after a mile drive sounded louder like running with no oil got home and after a while I seen a oil spill but like real thin like water should I just add Lucas stabilizer for know I drained oil and filter it was bad no water just a couple bubbles helpful video thanks advice would really help

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I think it will be easier if you just did a engine swap from what I’m hearing you explain.it’s hard for me to tell for sure because I’m not there with the vehicle but yes I do think a engine swap is in your future

[@freddycazares4190]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor I actually found my problem tearing it down same things you did was helpful it was a lifter front driver's side wish you had a video of that but I have a question if I unboltied camshafts not using the unboltied sequence DOD I mess up my heads or as long as I bolt them back in the right sequence right and I don't know but non of the timing points on chain where on point it was out of time tomorrow I'm about to put lifter and just put everything back then next week ordering water pump new chain tensioner and guides what can I use to clean some black slush in heads or should I just leave it and do oil changes with mystery additive what would you do Thanks for Advice New Subscriber

[@Tonytonmsn]

I wouldn't use oil stabilizer in this engine for very long. Some components operate on oil pressure and Lucas is so thick the oil pump may not continue to overcome the extra viscosiry. The valve train is lubricated by a stream of oil from the lifters and restrictions could overheat the cam and rockers

[@kindall_etc]

I got a broken guide the little one on the passenger side and the screw still in the bottom hole I’m trying to get it out

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Take a picture and send it to me on Instagram

[@thouxan211]

Hey Alex question here i recently bought a water pump kit from eBay i may have got the wrong one was there any difference between a 2008 and 2010 water pump for dodge charger se 2.7

[@theguitfiddler6111]

Nice how you covered those missing bracelets on the intake because I was thinking amazing how intake came off good video thanks

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thanks for the feedback. I try to cover all that I can in my videos.

[@Royalt741]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor is this the same engine in the dodge 2010 Avenger SXT 2.7

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Yes it is it’s just turned sideways in a front wheel drive configuration

[@ignacio6117]

Hello Brooo! please help me. Is it possible to change just the tensioner without disassembling everything you disassembled to access the water pump? very recently, they put a water pump and a tensioner aftermarker on my 2.7, after a couple of weeks began to make noise when starting it in the mornings, (I think this noise is because the non-original tensioner is with problems) the car runs super well, has not jumped the chain, it's just that when you turn it on in the morning sounds, after being perfectly lubricated I turn it back on and the noise is gone. I would like to know if replacing only the tensioner can solve the problem, I think that's the problem. My idea is simply to disassemble the valve covers (to be able to activate the tensioner as you do in 1:10:13). pull the tensioner out from the side, put the tensioner back on and activate it. Is it essential to tune the vehicle first, or can I just remove the aftermarket tensioner and put the new one (mopar)? because to check that the vehicle is on time, I would have to do all the steps you did to check if the mark below is correct, that implies disassembling the damper. thank you very much in advance pd: forgive my writing in English, I am writing from Chile.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hello thanks for watching. Have the chain and and guides been replaced if not I definitely recommend doing it right and going in with new stuff but to answer your question yes you can remove the tensioner Without disassembling the front cover you have to remove both valve covers and hold both cams /Locked in place and make sure that the tensioning Guide keeps tension on the chain. If the chain slips out of place you will have to remove front cover to time it properly.good luck be safe have fun

[@ignacio6117]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor Ok Broo.. thank you very much for your valuable response I will do it very carefully and as you propose it

[@jerrypichard]

Hello Alex, I’ve watched all of your videos and you’ve helped me a lot, but I have a situation at the moment. I have the same situation with the same car and I repaired it with the oil and water pump, I had done the same steps you did. But I came across a problem, I replaced the oil pressure censor thinking that it was the main problem. The car turns on and it works perfectly fine, but the oil indicator appears again even with all of the replacements I had already done. I opened the oil cap and the oil looks like it going up to the camshaft area. Do you have any suggestions that I can do to fix this problem? Thank you !

[@TheJose211]

I replace the wp. And Thermostat along With the housing .. And now links true the weep hole. What did I did wrong Please help.

[@tomo7347]

Alex thank you, I need help. when I crank the motor doesn't start but the upper radiator gets full of pressure right away? can you tell me what it might be? a clogger radiator, or a head gasket

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hello and thanks for watching. It sounds like you have a bad head gasket. The next step is to do a block test,also the car may start if you leave the radiator cap off with the gas pedal to the floor the first 15 sec then release and try again with out the pedal.

[@jamesrhodes2987]

So It Seems One Or Another May Also Change The Thermostat Also.. Good Job Along With Instructions..

[@jamesanderson4014]

Does the 09 2.7L still have ignition capacitors?

[@jeffdean1156]

I have an 08 charger the oil looks good but the top looks milky could it have blowing heads

[@Lakotapilot]

Great video Alex. I have a “slight” problem. Due to a bad tensioner, while removing the harmonic balancer bolt the crankshaft spun but the camshafts stayed in place. Can you assist me with realigning them.

[@Salinashector1992]

Would it be the same way with the Sebring it’s a 2.7 everything identical even the timing alignment?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Only difference is the engine placement,doing a timing job in front wheel drive cars is a lot harder/time consuming

[@Salinashector1992]

I’m having trouble with the power steering pump ,, need to release serpent belt it’s a Sebring 2008 I watched videos and they are all different

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@Salinashector1992 timing is the same not the drive accessories. If I had one in the shop I would have done a video special for you, it’s hard to explain better showed

[@robdionicio9447]

I just replaced my thermostat and im still seeing leak from the weep hole does that mean i have to replace the Water pump?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

It sounds like it.if it was leaking from the weep hole it was always the water pump

[@robdionicio9447]

Good to know, i assume you had to drain the oil correct?.

[@reeseduty1316]

Great video! You’re helping me do my own timing chain repair. Thank you!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

You’re welcome! That’s always my goal!

[@ArmandoLaguna-n4u]

Hi this a very good video can I ask you if it posible to change only the water pump just removing the tensioner chain with out moving the chain?

[@alkatra4906]

Hello, how are you, what kind of oil did you put in the end and tell me if I can change the water pump myself and if it is mandatory to put a new chain

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hello and thanks for watching. The oil I used was 5w20. Doing it yourself depends on your skill set and tool availability. I highly recommend you doing the timing chain and tensioner as well as timing chain guides, so you won’t have to go back in and do those if it goes out in the future. You have to remove the timing chain to get to the water pump. Please use quality parts if you do decide to do it yourself.

[@alkatra4906]

Thank you very much for helping me something else, identify that it is the water pump because it is draining through a small hole that is next to the engine under the antifreezer thermostat

[@alexwilder5695]

Line the marks on chain you didn't have to put the crank at tdc from mark on crank and mark on pump ?

[@rodneycaldwell3739]

Thanks My Brother. GREATLY APPRECIATED. MUCH NEEDED.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

My pleasure thanks for watching brother

[@gaythienpont7578]

Thanks for the video are the new tensioners pre lubed are do you have to prime them before installing them thanks

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

You have to engage the new tensioner, Watch part two I show how I did it

[@thomasleonard1521]

Alex are you in Florida close to Altamonte

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey buddy I’m located in ATLANTA

[@juancarlosnavaortiz3599]

Sir ...what does make a charger not to turn on fan 2.7 ..2009

[@traviswimbush6062]

What kit did u use an where did u get it from

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I recommend the Cloyes brand and you can find it on eBay,Amazon, and sometimes your local part store

[@FrankyXG]

I set me crank sprocket a few notches before the mark, do you think that would cause P0016 code? A crankshaft/camshaft misalignment?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Yes it would definitely cause a code with the stock computer set up,if you have tuning software like HP tuner you can configure the engine pcm however you want And Disable the code

[@jesseruiz2337]

Great video and angle shots.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thank you buddy. My wife is to thank for the shots

[@jesseruiz2337]

Wasn't it that guy Fernando recording?! lol

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@jesseruiz2337 sure was on that video lol

[@JesseJones-r4w]

What's that special tool you need that dodge makes that you must have

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

You talking about for the 2.7?

[@223Tayski]

Did i have to lock the Cams? I took the chains off it rotated slightly🤦🏾‍♂️

[@vine6005]

with what car mileage should it be done?

[@kindall_etc]

What size breaker bar do you have ?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

1 inch drive

[@JamesBrown-n9w]

I did this and it leaked even used torque specs. I did only have water in the radiator but I'm not sure if that was the issue

[@JamesBrown-n9w]

Seen this comment, I was like finally someone with the same issues... to my surprise it's me...

[@94julius84]

Does the cam shafts on the driver side line up at about 1 or 2 o clock when the cam sensor pulley is @ 12 I can’t seem to get the cam sensor and camshaft to line up and bolt on @ 12 oclock

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

That’s something I will need to see for myself

[@EricMaldonado1]

Could this be the problem on my 08 2.7 it doesn’t mark hot on the temp gauge but the minute I actually drive it it starts to mark hot and the gauge will fluctuate back and forth between being idle and driving

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

How is your coolant level? Coolant could be low. Is it leaking any coolant? Try to have a coolant pressure test and Block Test done.

[@EricMaldonado1]

When it first started the coolant was low filled it up to max fill line and bled it but it still heating up no leaks

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

The next step is to do a block test

[@EricMaldonado1]

Ok thanks for all you’re help I really appreciate it

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

No problem I’m here for you brother

[@reventon4547]

15:01 Ooh buddy, i did not like doing that. But the dude on KZbin said to, so i did. That microsecond of metallic grinding explosion noise (because 240,000 miles and every bolt is fighting me at every step) was horrifying, but it worked 😅

[@mnjfmj9071]

Where did you get the parts from

[@jaywiz100]

Where did you get your kit from? Sir

[@freddycazares4190]

I hope you could do a cam job on the 2.7 dodge engine

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I’ll see what I can do for you buddy!

[@dovers1980]

Any videos on how to time the cams?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

No sorry

[@AlmetyaCOliver]

Is the water pump different in the 07 an 09 dodge charger

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

It depends on the engine you have. If it’s the 2.7 L engine then it will be the same. If you have the 3.5 V6, it’s gonna be different. Thanks for watching.

[@randyflannigon3452]

How much should this coast parts and labor to have it done at a shop

[@tomo7347]

Hi Alex, How do I tell what compression stroke I'mPLewase let me know , I have to buy a new engine. can you recommend a cheaper place? California is like 2200.00 for 122,000 miles. i don't know how they stay I need a computer and a motor. can you sell me one if you have? do you have a video on taking the engine our 2.7l 300. I need your help on this one.thanks Savino. i don't know how to tell intake stroke and exhaust stroke.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey buddy. You can determine compression stroke by taking out your spark plug and tuning the engine over by hand wow holding your hand over the spark plug tube / hole you will feel air push out on compression stroke make sure you disconnect ignition coil while performing this, exhaust stroke happens right after compression stroke. Sorry I don’t have any 2.7 engine for sale.as soon as I get The opportunity I will make a video on removing 2.7 engine. What is going on with your engine exactly

[@tomo7347]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor took the 06 to the shop they say compression 1st time 125 then 2nd time it was o. then they said I have a bad computer because of no spark on 2 coils. but even when I did the compression test I got o I made a new key, battery, water pump timing kit and head kit. spent a lot so either put a motor or junk jard. it was a show car look so sweet black.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

It sounds like you are in deep so say no to the Junk yard. Them 2.7 errrrr. If I was in your shoes I would do an engine swap either a SRT or GM LS

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Buy a second car and finish your dream that’s my 2 cent

[@tomo7347]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor will an SRT engine fit with not to many modifications?

[@propcrazy2317]

I just did the job, it will run for a second then jump timing, I did use a new tensioner...should I oil prime it??

[@propcrazy2317]

Water pump looks identical to the one I pulled off

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Did you pretension the tensioner as showed in part two. Yes you do have to prime the system by disabling the starting of the vehicle

[@propcrazy2317]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor im looking at it again now...thanks for the response

[@propcrazy2317]

So I took it back apart, the tensioner seems to be fine, but when I rotate it with a socket on the crank I run into a slack spot right under the water pump, I can take the slack out if I turn the left cam a lil bit or turn the crank. I DONT think the chain in stretched because it was running fine

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Your hydraulic tensioner may be defective. I would replace it and make sure to activate it by installing it make sure all The Timing Chain slack is on the tension guide side and then push the tensioner in to activate it and take up the slack and make sure to crank the engine over without starting it by disabling the coils fuel etc.

[@franciscodelgado8051]

I just wanna give you a big thank you. Cause of you I was able to find the Hidden bolt for timing chain cover!! Keep doing your thing mane!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

You’re welcome buddy! That’s why I do it! Glad I was able to help.

[@JesseJones-r4w]

Get with asap I'm in progress of doing ng that need to know all I need to replace......thanks by the way too Bro

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Everything should come in one kit. Get the timing chain water pump kit.

[@terrellwatson4568]

😅Why isn't the timing mark on the crank not pointing at the timing mark?? I'm confused. Can anybody explain?? Please I need help immediately!!!

[@colinbiddle2649]

This is so nice to follow thank you

[@markusnealy8618]

So if it is leaking out the weeping hole near the thermostat its the water pump?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Yes 9 times out of 10

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Also check the thermostat housing gasket

[@marv.mon.9845]

Bro I'm in a major bind and I need you're expertise. I'm working on the 3.5 charger and I was putting the timing belt back on but notice marks came a bit out of line. I tried to tweak the driver side sprocket a tiny bit to get it back in line but in doing so the sprocket shifted like a whole 45° turn on its own like spring loaded kinda. What would I do in this situation?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

You should be fine just turn it back in position, this happens to me often not so much now in my younger days I mean

[@marv.mon.9845]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor I was able to do a full turn clockwise and get it back in the mark but it scares me because I know its one of those interference engines.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@marv.mon.9845 you can make sure it didn’t not hit the piston by turning it back the way it sprung towards in a controlled turn and go slow, turn it if you feel resistance or you can no longer turn it then it hit but if you don’t feel anything you are good, just a quick text

[@marv.mon.9845]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor I did, it shifted counter clockwise first to like 9 o clock. Then I slowly tried to set it back at 12 where the marks line up but it shifted again past the mark to like 2 o clock. I didn't want to go backwards so I did a full turn slowly with no binding other than those little spring feeling tensioned areas but I managed to get back on 12 to line up

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@marv.mon.9845 it sounds like you are good hey I know the feeling when you think something has gone very wrong

[@tomo7347]

morning Alex I need your help brah, please? When I went to take out the fuel relay and fuse, the car turned over cool. until the tbattery died. so charged battery. now I have no lights no dash lights engine won't turn but can turn by breaker bar. the remote womr close or open any doors or trunk. is there a main engine fuse? I looked on ALLDATA DIY and didn't see nothing. any ideas pulled hazards lights dont work but when no lights came on the 3 same looking fuses next to the big fuse in the front power fuse box fuse would make a clicking sound. Any Ideas? one more thing the key park is out of the key fob but nit would still open and close doors and the key in trhe ignition would ltill turn engine. the seciurity light never came on. the dmall doy on the dash. dealer wants 400 for the key to be made but it worked fine, i even changed the battery. can you tell me what to check please ALLDATA doesnt help in this situation. Usually open the door and the mileage would come up on the dasgh, nothing happening now. Please advise Alex if you can brother, please

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey buddy sounds like you may have a bad battery connection. Check for corrosion around battery terminals, make sure they’re tight replace them if needed also make sure the battery is properly charged take it to AutoZone and have them load test it start with that if that don’t work get back at me

[@tomo7347]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor boss I went and bought a new battery expensive as heck.1000 amp, battery no change

[@tomo7347]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor on the way to auto zone

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

So when you turn the key in the on position right before starting position you are not seeing any dash lights correct, you should see dash lights and the warning indicator bulbs like check engine ABS etc.

[@tomo7347]

hello, Alex Please read my newest message to you. I couldn't find this link. it the last one I started about 12:55 m. could you please check it out please? or where can I get a new engine at wholesale. i don't want to get ripped off and it happened already. do you have a few reference you can give me please . Savino 415=843=9363

[@Chris56238]

Alex, can you just replace the water pump only? And is it the same amount of work?

[@coatneyadkins9005]

Yeah dude, everybody in the comments is right. Your extremely good at what you do... One mechanic to another, hats off to you sir.

[@ezrastacy5867]

I have this car and how can you tell it’s a bad water pump if you have no symptoms besides a small leak of coolant? The dealership said it’s a bad water pump but I think they are lying to me. It’s not making any noises, no mixture of coolant and oil, not overheating and I only see a few drops of coolant on my garage floor when the temperature changes.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Hey there

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Sorry for the late response

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Did you get it figured out

[@scotttsosie8341]

Hey man I got a question I was putting my guide back an the one on the driver side but it stripped out pulled some of the block out in the treads of the bolt is their anything I can do to fix it?