CAMSHAFT, Engine: Installation: Installation

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Fig 1: Identifying Front Camshaft Bearing Caps

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The front camshaft bearing cap (1) is numbered (2) either one, two, or three, this corresponds to the select fit front exhaust camshaft bearing to use.

Fig 2: Identifying Camshaft Bearings
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Install the corresponding select fit front exhaust camshaft bearing (1).
Oil all of the camshaft journals with clean engine oil.
Install camshaft phasers on camshafts if removed. See Engine/Cylinder Head/ASSEMBLY, Variable Valve Timing - Installation .

Fig 3: Aligning Exhaust Cam Timing Mark
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Install timing chain onto exhaust cam sprocket making sure that the timing marks (1) on the sprocket and the painted chain link are aligned.
Position exhaust camshaft and on bearing journals in the cylinder head.
Align exhaust cam timing mark (3) so it is in line with the cylinder head cover sealing surface (2).

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Intake Camshaft
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Install intake camshaft by raising the rear of the camshaft upward and roll the sprocket into the chain.

Fig 5: Aligning Exhaust Cam Timing Mark
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Align the timing marks (1) on the intake cam sprocket with the painted chain link.
Position the intake camshaft into the bearing journals in the cylinder head.
Verify that the timing marks (1) are aligned on both camshafts and that the timing marks (3) are facing each other and are in line with the cylinder head cover sealing surface (2).
CAUTION: Install the front intake and exhaust camshaft bearing cap last. Ensure that the dowels are seated and follow torque sequence or damage to engine could result.

NOTE: If the front camshaft bearing cap is broken, the cylinder head MUST be replaced.

Fig 6: Removing/Installing Intake & Exhaust Camshaft Bearing Caps - Torque Sequence
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Install intake and exhaust camshaft bearing caps and slowly tighten bolts to 9.5 N.m (85 in. lbs.) in the sequence shown in Fig 6.

Fig 7: Removing/Installing Front Intake & Exhaust Bearing Caps - Torque Sequence
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NOTE: Verify that the exhaust bearing shells are correctly installed, and the dowels are seated in the head, prior to torquing bolts.
Install the front intake and exhaust bearing cap and tighten bolts to 25 N.m (18 ft. lbs.) in the sequence shown in Fig 7.

Fig 8: Verifying Alignment Of All Timing Marks
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Verify that all timing marks (1,3) are aligned.
Remove allen wrench from timing chain tensioner.

Fig 9: Removing Locking Wedge Tool 9701
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Remove Locking Wedge 9701 (1) by pulling straight upward on pull rope.

Fig 10: Removing/Installing Timing Tensioner Plug
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Apply MOPAR® thread sealant to timing tensioner plug (1) and Install.
Rotate the crankshaft CLOCKWISE two complete revolutions until the crankshaft is repositioned at the Top Deal Center position.

Fig 11: Aligning Camshaft Timing Marks
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Verify that the camshafts timing marks (3) are in the proper position and in line with the cylinder head cover sealing surface. If the marks do not line up, the timing chain is not correctly installed.
Install right splash shield. Refer to Body/Exterior/SHIELD, Splash - Installation .

Fig 12: Identifying Cylinder Head Cover Gaskets
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Remove RTV from gasket (1).
Inspect cylinder head cover gaskets (1,2) for damage. If no damage is present, gaskets can be re-installed.

Fig 13: Removing/Installing Cylinder Head Cover - Torque Sequence
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Install cylinder head cover. See Engine/Cylinder Head/COVER(S), Cylinder Head - Installation .
Connect negative battery cable.
Fill cooling system. Refer to Cooling - Standard Procedure .
Fill with oil.

Fig 14: Removing/Installing Engine Cover - 2.0L
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Operate engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. Check oil and cooling systems for correct fluid levels.
Install engine cover (1).