Installation Procedure

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Install the actuators (3, 4).
Slide the barrel of the torque reaction tool (2) into the actuator (3, 4) and hold.

NOTE:

Ensure the torque reaction tool bolt (1) is tight enough that the barrel (2) will not slip.

Tighten the bolt (1) holding in the actuator being installed.
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NOTE:
Lubricate under the washer surface.

Lubricate the camshaft position actuator valve solenoid bolts (1) with clean engine oil where indicated. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
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Install and hand tighten the NEW camshaft position actuator valve solenoid bolts (1).
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EN-52436 Timing Chain Tensioner Retention Tool (1) @ Timing Chain (2) - Remove
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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. Loosen the EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool bolt (2).
2. Use a wrench to turn the EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool (1) counter-clockwise 6 N.m (53 lb in), then hold.
3. Tighten the EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool bolt (2) to lock the intake actuator securely in place.
4. Remove the wrench from EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool (1).
5. Loosen the EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool bolt (3).
6. Use a wrench to turn the EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool (4) counter-clockwise 6 N.m (53 lb in), then hold.
7. Tighten the EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool bolt (3) to lock the intake actuator securely in place.
8. Remove the wrench from EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool (4).
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CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten the NEW camshaft position actuator valve solenoid bolts (1). Fastener Specifications
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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.
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Remove the 2 EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool bolt (3).
EN-52461 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool (1) @ EN-52461-200 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool 2.7L Adapter (2) - Remove
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Remove the 2 EN-52461-200 Camshaft Torque Reaction Tool 2.7L Adapter bolt (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.
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Loosen and disengage the EN-52462-A Camshaft Alignment Tool bolt (2) from camshaft carrier.
EN-52462-A Camshaft Alignment Tool (1) - Remove
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Clean and apply sealant to the 2 camshaft cover core hole plugs (1). Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
Camshaft Cover Core Hole Plug (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
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Engine Front Cover Locating Pin (1) - Install [2x]
Timing Chain Upper Cover Seal (2) - Install NEW
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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
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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
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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
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Retainer (1) - Install
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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]
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NOTE:
Ensure the intake manifold cover insulator retainers fully engage the intake manifold cover studs.

Intake Manifold Cover Insulator (1) - Install
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Intake Manifold Cover Bolt (1) - Install - Fastener Specifications
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Intake Manifold Cover (1) @ Upper Intake Manifold Bracket (2) - Install
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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