2009-2012 Ram 1500 Timing Chain Guide Torque Specs

4.7L V8

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

Labor Time:9.1 hours

Torque Values (26 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Camshaft Sprocket Bolt	75	55	—
Camshaft Sprocket Bolt	75	55	—
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	176	130	—
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	176	130	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
Gasket Surface Bolts	20	15	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	20	15	Clean mating surfaces
Guide Bolts	24	18	—
⚠️ Guide Bolts	24	18	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
⚠️ Tensioner Bolt	20	15	—
Tensioner Bolt	20	15	—
Timing Chain Guide Bolts	12	9	Replace if worn
⚠️ Timing Chain Guide Bolts	12	9	Replace if worn
Timing Cover Bolts	14	10	—
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts	14	10	—
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence

The primary torque specification for timing chain guide on a 2009-2012 Ram 1500 is 75 Nm (55 lb-ft).

There are 26 torque specifications for timing chain guide on the 2009-2012 Ram 1500 4.7L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.