Left And Right Timing Chain Cover, Removing And Installing: Installing

NOTE:

Replace the bolts that were tightened with an additional turn.

Replace the O-rings.

-- Remove any old sealant from the surfaces.

Fig 1: Cleaning Sealing Surfaces

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CAUTION:

Risk of contaminating the lubricating system.

WARNING:

Danger of eye injury.

-- Remove the sealant residue on the covers for the timing chain, cylinder block and cylinder head, for example using a rotating plastic brush.

-- Clean any oil or grease off the sealing surfaces.

NOTE:

Note the expiration date of the sealing compound.

Fig 2: Cut Tube Nozzle At Front Marking (Nozzle Diameter Approx. 1 Mm)

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-- Cut the tube nozzle at the front marking (nozzle diameter: about 2 mm).

Fig 3: Applying Sealant Bead On Clean Sealing Surfaces Of Left Cover For Timing Chain

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CAUTION:

The lubrication system could be plugged with excess sealant.

-- Apply the sealant bead -arrow- to the clean sealing surfaces on the left timing chain cover as shown in the illustration (See Fig 3).

NOTE:

Covers for timing chain must be installed within 5 minutes after applying sealant.

-- Position the left timing chain cover and tighten the bolts. Refer to Figure.

Fig 4: Left Timing Chain Cover Bolts

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-- Apply the sealant bead -arrow- to the clean sealing surfaces on the right timing chain cover as shown in the illustration.

Fig 5: Applying Sealant Bead On Clean Sealing Surfaces Of Left Cover For Timing Chain

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-- Position the right timing chain cover and tighten the bolts. Refer to Figure.

Fig 6: Right Timing Chain Cover Bolts

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Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

NOTE:

Secure all hose connections with hose clamps of the same type as those equipped by the factory.