2009-2012 Ram 1500 Coolant Bypass Pipe Torque Specs

4.7L V8

Applies to 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012 Ram 1500

Labor Time:2 hours

Torque Values (18 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Bleed Screw	7	5	Open during fill
Bleed Screw	7	5	Open during fill
Coolant Drain Plug	15	11	—
Coolant Drain Plug	15	11	—
Drain Petcock	7	5	Hand tight
Drain Petcock	7	5	Hand tight
Fan Bolts	11	8	—
Fan Bolts	11	8	—
Hose Clamps	3	2	—
Hose Clamps	3	2	—
Housing Bolts	14	10	—
⚠️ Housing Bolts	14	10	—
Pump Bolts	24	18	Torque in sequence
⚠️ Pump Bolts	24	18	Torque in sequence
Thermostat Housing Bolts	15	11	—
Thermostat Housing Bolts	15	11	—
⚠️ Water Pump Bolts	25	18	Tighten in criss-cross pattern
Water Pump Bolts	25	18	Tighten in criss-cross pattern

The primary torque specification for coolant bypass pipe on a 2009-2012 Ram 1500 is 7 Nm (5 lb-ft). Note: Open during fill

There are 18 torque specifications for coolant bypass pipe on the 2009-2012 Ram 1500 4.7L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.