Installation Procedure

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NOTE:
Lubricate under the washer surface.

Lubricate the NEW camshaft position actuator valve solenoid bolts (1) with clean engine oil where indicated. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
Install and hand tighten the NEW camshaft position actuator valve solenoid bolt (1).
EN-52436 Timing Chain Tensioner Retention Tool (1) @ Timing Chain (2) - Remove
CAUTION:
Hold the camshaft position actuator firmly and squarely during camshaft position actuator valve solenoid bolt removal/installation. Failure to do so may result in damage to the inside of the camshaft position actuator.
NOTE:
Pressure must be applied towards the engine on the EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool at points (3) prior to and during any time the following two conditions are simultaneously met.
- The camshaft position actuator valve solenoid bolt is loosened or removed.
- The EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool bolts (2, 3) are loosened.
Shift the slack in the timing chain to be taken up by the timing chain tensioner.
1. Use a wrench to turn the EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool (1) counter-clockwise 6 N.m 53 lb in, then hold.
2. Tighten the EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool bolt (2) to lock the intake actuator securely in place.
3. Remove the wrench from EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool (1).
4. Use a wrench to turn the EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool (4) counter-clockwise 6 N.m 53 lb in, then hold.
5. Tighten the EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool bolt (3) to lock the exhaust actuator securely in place.
6. Remove the wrench from EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool (4).
Tighten the NEW camshaft position actuator valve solenoid bolt (1). Fastener Specifications
Loosen the EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool bolts (2) to un-lock the actuators.
Disengage the tangs of the EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool (1) from the intake and exhaust camshaft position actuator slots.
Remove the two EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool bolts (3).
EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool (1) @ EN-52461-200 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool 2.7L Adapter (2) - Remove
Remove the two EN-52461-200 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool 2.7L Adapter bolts (3).
EN-52461-200 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool 2.7L Adapter (2) - Remove [2x]
Rotate both handles (4) of the EN-52462-A Camshaft Alignment Tool towards the front of the engine.
Loosen and disengage the EN-52462-A Camshaft Alignment Tool bolt (2) from camshaft carrier.
EN-52462-A Camshaft Alignment Tool (1) - Remove
Clean and apply sealant to the camshaft cover core hole plug (1) [2x]. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
Camshaft Cover Core Hole Plug (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Camshaft Carrier Bolt (2) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Engine Front Cover Locating Pin (1) - Install [2x]
Timing Belt Front Upper Cover Seal (2) - Install NEW
NOTE:
Ensure that the sealing surface is clear of oil, grease and old sealant material.

NOTE:
Ensure proper use of room temperature vulcanizing (RTV) sealant. Use of Room Temperature Vulcanizing (RTV) and Anaerobic Sealant

NOTE:
The timing chain upper cover must be installed within 8 minutes of the RTV sealant application.

Apply room temperature vulcanizing (RTV) sealant at the seam between the camshaft housing and the cylinder head where indicated. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
Timing Chain Upper Cover (3) - Install
Timing Chain Upper Cover Bolt (4) - Install and hand tighten [9x]
Timing Chain Upper Cover Bolt (5) - Install and hand tighten
Timing Chain Upper Cover Bolt (4, 5) - Tighten in sequence [10x] - Fastener Specifications
Camshaft Position Actuator Magnet Gasket (3) - Install NEW [2x]
Camshaft Position Actuator Magnet (2) - Install [2x]
Camshaft Position Actuator Magnet Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
Remove the EN-52476 Flywheel Lock and Alignment Tool.
Auxiliary Generator Battery Jumper Cable (2) - Install
Battery Positive Cable Nut (1) @ Starter Solenoid - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Electrical Connector (4) - Connect
Starter (3) - Install
Starter Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Starter Stud (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Auxiliary Generator Battery Jumper Cable - Install
Auxiliary Generator Battery Jumper Cable Terminal Nut (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Retainer (3) - Engage
Engine Oil Cooler Seal (2) - Install NEW [2x]
Engine Oil Cooler (1) - Install
Engine Oil Cooler Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
Engine Oil Cooler Coolant Inlet Hose (3) @ Engine Oil Cooler - Install
Engine Oil Cooler Coolant Outlet Hose (2) @ Engine Oil Cooler - Install
Hose Clamp (1) - Engage [2x] - Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type
Air Cleaner Outlet Duct (1) - Install
Positive Crankcase Ventilation Tube (3) - Connect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Clamp (1) - Tighten [2x] -
Connect the electrical connector.
Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Tube (1) - Install - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Retainer (1) - Install
Positive Crankcase Ventilation Tube (4) - Connect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Engine Wiring Harness (3) - Reposition
Retainer (2) - Install [5x]
Electrical Connector (1) - Connect [2x]
NOTE:
Ensure the intake manifold cover insulator retainers fully engage the intake manifold cover studs.

Intake Manifold Cover Insulator (1) - Install
Intake Manifold Cover Bolt (1) - Install - Fastener Specifications
Intake Manifold Cover (1) @ Upper Intake Manifold Bracket (2) - Install
Push down on the front of the intake manifold cover (2).
Intake Manifold Cover Bolt (1) - Install [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Install the oil fill cap.
Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection