Does my truck have a timing belt or timing chain?

Tiny
IBEALION
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  • 2004 DODGE RAM
  • 3.7L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 130,400 MILES
I'm not sure how to figure out if my listed above 1500 has a timing belt or timing chain. Do you know?
Sunday, December 5th, 2021 AT 7:31 PM

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Tiny
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Hello,

Your vehicle is equipped with a timing chain.

The timing chain is not a maintenance item like the timing belt. However, it is recommended to replace if there is excessive play in the chain.

I have attached the guidelines of the how to check for excessive play in the chain.

Please let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
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Sunday, December 5th, 2021 AT 7:36 PM

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