Installation Procedure
- Clean all sealing surfaces.
- NOTE:
- The timing chain upper cover sealing surface must be free of contamination prior to applying the sealer.
- Install and align the timing chain upper cover to engine block within 10 minutes of applying the sealer.
- The timing chain upper cover must be fastened to final torque specification within 15 minutes of applying the sealer.
- Ensure proper use of room temperature vulcanizing (RTV) sealant. Use of Room Temperature Vulcanizing (RTV) and Anaerobic Sealant
Apply approximately a 5 mm (0.2 in) thick bead of sealant (2) on both sides between the camshaft housing and the cylinder head. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
- Check that the 2 Pins (1) are in the camshaft housing or in the timing chain upper cover.
Timing Belt Front Upper Cover Seal (1) - Install NEW
- Timing Chain Upper Cover (2) - Install
Timing Chain Upper Cover Bolt-M6 (3) - Install and tighten in sequence - Fastener Specifications
- Timing Chain Upper Cover Bolt-M5 (2) - Install and tighten in sequence [11x] - Fastener Specifications
Camshaft Position Actuator Magnet Gasket (3) - Install NEW
- Camshaft Position Actuator Valve Solenoid (2) - Install
- Camshaft Position Actuator Valve Solenoid Bolt (1) - Install [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Camshaft Position Actuator Magnet Gasket (3) - Install NEW
- Camshaft Position Actuator Valve Solenoid (2) - Install
- Camshaft Position Actuator Valve Solenoid Bolt (1) - Install [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Engine Wiring Harness (3) - Reposition
- Retainer (1) @ Timing Chain Upper Cover (2) - Engage [6x]
- Connect the 2 electrical connectors to the camshaft position actuator valve solenoids.
Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Tube (2) - Install
- Connect the quick disconnects (1) and install the retainer (3). Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Intake Manifold Cover (1) @ Upper Intake Manifold Bracket (2) - Install
- NOTE:
Ensure the engine sight shield retainers fully engage the intake manifold cover studs.
Push down on the front of the intake manifold cover (1) as indicated by the arrow.
- Install the oil fill cap.
- Connect the battery. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection