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Camshaft Installation

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Fig 1: Camshaft And Thrust Bearing
GC0108544Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  1. Lubricate the camshaft bearings and with fresh engine oil or suitable equivalent.
  2. Liberally coat the thrust plate (1) and the lobes and journals of the camshaft (2) with fresh engine oil or suitable equivalent.
    Fig 2: Identifying Timing Mark Alignment
    GC0108549Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    CAUTION:

    When installing the camshaft, DO NOT push it in farther than it will go with the thrust plate in place.

  3. Install the camshaft and thrust plate. Align the timing marks as shown in illustration.
  4. Install the thrust plate bolts and tighten to 24 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
  5. Measure camshaft back lash. Backlash should be within 0.075-0.250 mm (0.003-0.010 inch).
  6. Measure camshaft end clearance. End clearance should be within 0.025 - 0.500 mm (0.001 - 0.020 inch).
    Fig 3: Use Wooden Dowel Rods To Secure Tappets In Place
    GC0108542Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  7. Remove the wooden dowel rods and rubber bands from the tappets.
    Fig 4: Push Rod Removal/Installation
    GC0108541Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  8. Lubricate the push rods with engine oil and install in their original location. Verify that they are seated in the tappets. 
  9. Lubricate the valve tips with engine oil and install the crossheads in their original locations.
  10. Lubricate the crossheads and push rod sockets with engine oil and install the rocker arms and pedestals in their original locations. Tighten bolts to 36 N.m (27 ft. lbs.).
  11. Verify valve lash adjustment. Refer to Standard Procedure .
  12. Install the cylinder head cover. Refer to COVER(S), Cylinder Head, Installation, 6.7L .
    Fig 5: Front Cover
    GC0108540Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  13. Install gear housing cover. Refer to COVER(S), Engine Timing, Installation, 6.7L .
  14. Install front crankshaft dust seal.
    Fig 6: Crankshaft Damper (Non-High Output Engine)
    GC0108451Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  15. Install the crankshaft damper. Refer to DAMPER, Vibration, Installation, 6.7L .
  16. Install the fan support/hub assembly. Refer to FAN, Cooling, Electric, Installation .
    Fig 7: Identifying Power Steering Pump, Pressure Line & Return Hose
    GC0108450Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  17. Install the power steering pump. Refer to Pump, Installation .
  18. Install the accessory drive belt tensioner. Tighten bolt to 43 N.m (32 ft. lbs.).
  19. Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to BELT, Serpentine, Installation .
    Fig 8: Charge Air Cooler
    GC0108505Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1 - INTAKE MANIFOLD
    2 - CHARGE AIR COOLER TUBE
    3 - CHARGE AIR COOLER
    4 - TURBOCHARGER FRESH AIR INTAKE
    5 - TURBOCHARGER
  20. Install the charge air cooler (with a/c condenser and auxiliary transmission oil cooler, if equipped) and tighten the mounting bolts to 2 N.m (18 in. lbs.).
  21. Connect charge air cooler inlet and outlet pipes (2). Tighten clamps to 11 N.m (97 in. lbs.).
  22. Install the radiator upper support panel.
  23. Close radiator petcock and lower the radiator into the engine compartment. Tighten the mounting bolts to 11 N.m (97 in. lbs.).
  24. Raise vehicle on hoist.
  25. Connect radiator lower hose and install clamp.
  26. Connect transmission auxiliary oil cooler lines (if equipped).
  27. Lower vehicle.
  28. Install the fan drive/shroud assembly. Refer to FAN, Cooling, Electric, Installation .
  29. Install the coolant recovery and windshield washer fluid reservoirs to the fan shroud.
  30. Connect the coolant recovery hose to the radiator filler neck.
  31. Add engine coolant. Refer to Standard Procedure .
  32. Charge A/C system (if A/C equipped). Refer to Plumbing, Standard Procedure .
  33. Connect the negative battery cables.
    Fig 9: Engine Cover
    GC0108439Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  34. Start engine and check for engine oil and coolant leaks.
  35. Install the engine cover.
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