Installation Procedure

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Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve (1) - Install NEW
Ensure the 2 engine front cover locating pins (1) are in place.
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.
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

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

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
Retainer (1) - Install
Positive Crankcase Ventilation Tube (4) - Connect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Electrical Connector (1) - Connect [2x]
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 and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Install the oil fill cap.
Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection