Water Pump Torque Specifications

2009-2012 Ram 1500 4.7L V8

Labor Time:3.2 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
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	—
Timing Cover Bolts	20	15	If accessed
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts	20	15	If accessed
⚠️ 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 water pump on a 2009-2012 Ram 1500 is 7 Nm (5 lb-ft). Note: Hand tight

There are 16 torque specifications for water pump on the 2009-2012 Ram 1500 4.7L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.