Ram 5.7L HEMI V8 Engine Repair & Replacement
The 5.7L HEMI is used throughout Ram trucks, Durangos, Chargers and Challengers. The best-known complaint is lifter and camshaft wear related to the cylinder deactivation system, often first noticed as a tick. We diagnose and repair HEMI engines at our Glendale shop.
Common applications
- Ram 1500 and 2500
- Dodge Durango, Charger and Challenger
- Jeep Grand Cherokee
Known problems and symptoms
The best-known HEMI issue, tied to the multi-displacement lifters. Left alone, it can damage the camshaft.
Often follows lifter failure but can also be ignition or fuel related.
Produces an exhaust tick that is sometimes mistaken for a lifter issue.
Should be measured and tested rather than assumed.
How we diagnose it
- Cylinder-specific misfire data review
- Mechanical noise isolation between lifter and exhaust sources
- Compression and leakdown testing
- Oil pressure testing
- Valvetrain inspection where indicated
Repair and replacement options
- Lifter and camshaft replacement
- Cylinder head service
- Exhaust manifold and bolt repair
- Engine rebuild or replacement when internal damage is confirmed
Ram 5.7L HEMI V8 repair topics
Testing-first diagnosis for 5.7L HEMI running, noise and warning-light problems.
The well-known HEMI tick — lifter roller and camshaft lobe failure.
Multi-Displacement System faults on the 5.7L HEMI.
Dual-plug ignition and lifter-related misfires on the 5.7L.
How we decide between repairing, rebuilding or replacing a 5.7L HEMI with major internal damage.
Vehicles with this engine
Verified applications with their own pages. Where a model offered several engines, each page explains how to confirm yours.
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Frequently asked questions
Is every HEMI tick a lifter?
No. Exhaust manifold bolt failure produces a very similar sound. We isolate the source before quoting a valvetrain repair.