Installation Procedure

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Camshaft Cover Gasket (1) - Install

Fig 1: Camshaft Cover Gasket
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NOTE: Install a NEW gasket.

NOTE: Add 14 mm bead of sealant at right and left T-Joint where front cover meets head and at rear of camshaft cover right and left T-Joint where vacuum pump bolts on.
Camshaft Cover (3) - Install

Fig 2: Camshaft Cover Bolt
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Camshaft Cover Bolt (1, 2) - Loosely install
NOTE: Ensure the long camshaft cover bolts (2) are installed in the correct positions.
Tighten the camshaft cover bolts in sequence to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 3: Camshaft Cover Bolt Tightening Sequence
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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
Camshaft Cover Heat Shield Replacement - Install
Inspect the O-ring and replace if necessary. (3)

Fig 4: PCV Valve
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NOTE: Always ensure the PCV hose fitting O-Ring seal (3) is free of cuts or abrasions each time the fitting is attached to the turbocharger.
Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose Fitting (2) - Connect
Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose Fitting Bolt (1) - Install and tighten 8 N.m (71 lb in)
Camshaft Position Actuator Exhaust Solenoid Valve Replacement - Install
Camshaft Position Actuator Intake Solenoid Valve Replacement - Install
Install the engine oil level indicator.
Turbocharger Heat Shield Replacement - Install
Turbocharger Coolant Return Pipe Replacement (LTG) - Install
Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Replacement (LTG) - Install
Positive Crankcase Ventilation Tube @ Air Cleaner Outlet Duct - Connect Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
Vacuum Pump Replacement - Install
Ignition Coil Replacement - Install