How to Assess Timing Chain Wear on 2006 Dodge Ram 1500?

The first part of measuring the timing chain is to remove the timing chain cover. Rotate the engine clockwise until you reach your goal distance for movement of maximum tensioner piston 2. Calculate how far the secondary timing chain tensioner housing is from the step ledge. At point A, you need to see that the measurement is less than 15 mm (0.5906 inches). When the measurement is larger than the expected value, the secondary timing chains are too worn and should be changed.

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2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Timing Gear Set Part Number: 5086533AD
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sprocket Package - Timing; Engine Timing Chain Kit; Timing Gear; Cam Gear; Timing Drive Package; Chain Package Timing Contains Timing Chain And Gears
- Replaces: 5086533AB
- Item Weight: 4.60 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 6.7 x 6.7 x 3.3 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 5086533AD
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Submodels:
- SRT-10 | 10 Cyl 8.3 L GAS
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2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Timing Chain Part Number: 5019423AD
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Chain - Engine Timing; Engine Timing Chain Kit; Drive Assembly; Timing Drive Package; Chain & Gear Kit Engine Timing; Timing Drive Package Engine
- Replaces: 5019423AC
- Item Weight: 5.80 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.8 x 3.6 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 5019423AD
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Submodels:
- Laramie, SLT, ST, SXT | 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS

2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Timing Chain Parts and Q&A

Q: How to Assess Timing Chain Wear on 2006 Dodge Ram 1500?
A: The first part of measuring the timing chain is to remove the timing chain cover. Rotate the engine clockwise until you reach your goal distance for movement of maximum tensioner piston 2. Calculate how far the secondary timing chain tensioner housing is from the step ledge. At point A, you need to see that the measurement is less than 15 mm (0.5906 inches). When the measurement is larger than the expected value, the secondary timing chains are too worn and should be changed.