Lower Timing Chain Cover with 15 bolts
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-- Apply the sealant as shown on the clean sealing surface -arrow 1- and on the edges -arrows 2- of the new cover.
- Sealant bead thickness: 2 to 3 mm.
- The cover must be installed within five minutes after the sealant has been applied.
-- Immediately attach the cover and tighten the bolts. Refer to Figure.
-- Apply the sealant as shown on the clean sealing surface -arrow 1- and on the edges -arrows 2- of the new cover.
- Sealant bead thickness: 2 to 3 mm.
- The cover must be installed within five minutes after the sealant has been applied.
-- Immediately attach the cover and tighten the bolts. .
Continuation
- Tighten the bolts -arrows- with an additional turn after installing the vibration damper. The bolts must be removed again to install the vibration damper.
- After installing the cover, allow the sealant to harden for approximately 30 minutes. Only afterward may the engine oil be replenished.
Installation is performed in reverse order of removal, noting the following:
-- Install the vibration damper. .
-- Install the ribbed belt tensioner..
-- Fill the engine oil and check the oil level..
-- Install the engine cover. Refer to ENGINE COVER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .