Cover(S), Engine Timing: Installation: Installation

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Fig 1: Timing Chain Cover, O-Rings & Sealant Location

Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC

1 - TIMING CHAIN COVER

2 - WATER PASSAGE O-RING

3 - MOPAR® ENGINE RTV SEALER

CAUTION:

Do not use oil based liquids to clean timing cover or block surfaces. Use only rubbing alcohol, along with plastic or wooden scrapers. Use no wire brushes or abrasive wheels or metal scrapers, or damage to surfaces could result.

Clean timing chain cover and block surface using rubbing alcohol.
CAUTION:
The 3.7L uses a special anerobic sealer instead of a gasket to seal the timing cover to the engine block, from the factory. For service repairs, Mopar® Engine Grey RTV must be used as a substitute.
Inspect the water passage o-rings for any damage, and replace as necessary.
Apply Mopar® Grey Engine RTV sealer (3) to front cover (1) following the path provided using a 3 to 4 mm thick bead (3). Refer to Fig 1.

Fig 2: Timing Chain Cover Assembly Removal/Tightening Sequence
Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
Install cover. Tighten fasteners in sequence as shown in illustration in to 58 N.m (43 ft. lbs.). Refer to Fig 2.
Install crankshaft damper. Refer to DAMPER, VIBRATION, INSTALLATION, 3.7L .
Install the A/C compressor. Refer to COMPRESSOR, A/C, INSTALLATION .
Install the generator. Refer to GENERATOR, INSTALLATION .
Install accessory drive belt tensioner assembly. Refer to TENSIONER, BELT, INSTALLATION .
Install radiator upper and lower hoses.
Install both heater hoses.
Install electric fan shroud and viscous fan drive assembly.
Fill cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Connect the battery negative cable.