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Removal And Installation: Camshaft: Installation

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  1. NOTE: The following steps are for the RH camshafts only.
    NOTE: Coat the camshafts with clean engine oil prior to installation.

    Position the camshafts onto the RH cylinder head in the neutral position as shown in illustration.

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  2. NOTE: The crankshaft must remain in the freewheeling position (crankshaft dowel pin at 9 o'clock) until after the camshafts are installed and the valve clearance is checked/adjusted. Do not turn the crankshaft until instructed to do so. Failure to follow this process will result in severe engine damage.

    Rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise until the crankshaft dowel pin is in the 9 o'clock position.

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  3. NOTE: The camshaft seal gaps must be at the 12 o'clock position or damage to the engine may occur.

    Position the 4 camshaft seals gaps as shown in illustration.

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  4. NOTE: Cylinder head camshaft bearing caps are numbered to verify that they are assembled in their original positions.

    Install the 6 camshaft caps, mega cap, valve train oil tube and the 15 bolts in the sequence shown in illustration.

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  5. Loosen the 4 camshaft caps bolts.
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  6. Tighten the 4 bolts in the sequence shown in illustration.
    • Tighten bolts 8, 9, 10 and 11 to 8 Nm (71 lb-in) then an additional 45 degrees.
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  7. NOTE: If any components are installed new, the engine valve clearance must be checked/adjusted or engine damage may occur.
    NOTE: Use a camshaft sprocket bolt to turn the camshafts.

    Using a feeler gauge, confirm that the valve tappet clearances are within specification. If valve tappet clearances are not within specification, the clearance must be adjusted by installing new valve tappet (s) of the correct size. Refer to VALVE CLEARANCE CHECK .

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  8. Remove the 3 bolts and the RH valve train oil tube.
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  9. Rotate the RH camshafts to the TDC  position as shown in illustration.
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  10. NOTE: The 303-1248 will hold the camshafts in the TDC  position.

    Install 303-1248 onto the flats of the RH camshafts.

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  11. Compress the RH secondary timing chain tensioner and install the 303-1530 to retain the tensioner in the collapsed position.
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  12. Assemble the RH VCT  assembly, the RH exhaust camshaft sprocket and the RH secondary timing chain. Align the colored links with the timing marks.
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  13. NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the camshafts slightly, to install the RH secondary timing assembly.

    Position the 2 RH VCT  assemblies and secondary timing chain onto the camshafts by aligning the holes in the VCT  assemblies with the dowel pins in the camshafts.

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  14. Install the 2 new RH VCT  bolts and tighten in 4 stages.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
    • Stage 2: Loosen one full turn.
    • Stage 3: Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    • Stage 4: Tighten an additional 180 degrees.
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  15. NOTE: The 2 VCT  oil control solenoids are removed for clarity.

    Compress the RH secondary timing chain tensioner and remove the 303-1530. Make sure the secondary timing chain is centered on the timing chain tensioner guides.

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  16. NOTE: The following steps are for the Left Hand (LH) camshafts only.
    NOTE: Coat the camshafts with clean engine oil prior to installation.

    Position the camshafts onto the LH cylinder head in the neutral position as shown in illustration.

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  17. NOTE: The crankshaft must remain in the freewheeling position (crankshaft dowel pin at 9 o'clock) until after the camshafts are installed and the valve clearance is checked/adjusted. Do not turn the crankshaft until instructed to do so. Failure to follow this process will result in severe engine damage.

    Rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise until the crankshaft dowel pin is in the 9 o'clock position.

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  18. NOTE: The camshaft seal gaps must be at the 12 o'clock position or damage to the engine may occur.

    Position the 4 camshaft seals gaps as shown in illustration.

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  19. NOTE: Cylinder head camshaft bearing caps are numbered to verify that they are assembled in their original positions.

    Install the 6 camshaft caps, mega cap, valve train oil tube and the 15 bolts in the sequence shown in illustration.

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  20. Loosen the 4 camshaft caps bolts.
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  21. Tighten the 4 bolts in the sequence shown in illustration.
    • Tighten bolts 8, 9, 10 and 11 to 8 Nm (71 lb-in) then an additional 45 degrees.
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  22. NOTE: If any components are installed new, the engine valve clearance must be checked/adjusted or engine damage may occur.
    NOTE: Use a camshaft sprocket bolt to turn the camshafts.

    Using a feeler gauge, confirm that the valve tappet clearances are within specification. If valve tappet clearances are not within specification, the clearance must be adjusted by installing new valve tappet (s) of the correct size. Refer to VALVE CLEARANCE CHECK .

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  23. Remove the 3 bolts and the LH valve train oil tube.
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  24. Rotate the LH camshafts to the TDC  position as shown in illustration.
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  25. NOTE: The 303-1248 will hold the camshafts in the TDC  position.

    Install 303-1248 onto the flats of the LH camshafts.

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  26. Compress the LH secondary timing chain tensioner and install the 303-1530 to retain the tensioner in the collapsed position.
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  27. Assemble the LH VCT  assembly, the LH exhaust camshaft sprocket and the LH secondary timing chain. Align the colored links with the timing marks.
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  28. NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the camshafts slightly, to install the LH secondary timing assembly.

    Position the 2 LH VCT  assemblies and secondary timing chain onto the camshafts by aligning the holes in the VCT  assemblies with the dowel pins in the camshafts.

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  29. Install the 2 new LH VCT  bolts and tighten in 4 stages.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
    • Stage 2: Loosen one full turn.
    • Stage 3: Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    • Stage 4: Tighten an additional 180 degrees.
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  30. NOTE: The 2 VCT  oil control solenoids are removed for clarity.

    Compress the LH secondary timing chain tensioner and remove the 303-1530. Make sure the secondary timing chain is centered on the timing chain tensioner guides.

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  31. Rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise until the crankshaft dowel pin is in the TDC  position (crankshaft dowel pin at 11 o'clock).
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  32. NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the camshafts slightly, to align the timing marks.

    Install the primary timing chain with the colored links aligned with the timing marks on the VCT  assemblies and the crankshaft sprocket.

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  33. Install the 2 bolts and the lower LH primary timing chain guide.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
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  34. Install the primary timing chain tensioner arm.
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  35. Reset the primary timing chain tensioner.
    • Release the ratchet detent.
    • Using a soft-jawed vise, compress the ratchet plunger.
    • Align the hole in the ratchet plunger with the hole in the tensioner housing.
    • Install a suitable lockpin.
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  36. NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the camshafts slightly to remove slack from the timing chain to install the tensioner.

    Install the 2 bolts and the primary timing chain tensioner.

    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in) and remove the lock pin.
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  37. As a post-check, verify correct alignment of all timing marks.
    • There are 48 links in between the RH intake VCT  assembly colored link (1) and the LH intake VCT assembly colored link (2).
    • There are 35 links in between LH intake VCT  assembly colored link (2) and the 2 crankshaft sprocket links (3).
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  38. NOTE: Do not use excessive force when installing the VCT  oil control solenoid. Damage to the mega cap could cause the cylinder head to be inoperable. If difficult to install the VCT  oil control solenoid, inspect the bore and VCT  oil control solenoid to ensure there are no burrs, sharp edges or contaminants present on the mating surface. Only clean the external surfaces as necessary.
    NOTE: A slight twisting motion will aid in the installation of the VCT  oil control solenoid.
    NOTE: Keep the VCT  oil control solenoid clean of dirt and debris.

    Install the LH intake VCT  oil control solenoid and the bolt.

    • Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
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  39. NOTE: Do not use excessive force when installing the VCT  oil control solenoid. Damage to the mega cap could cause the cylinder head to be inoperable. If difficult to install the VCT  oil control solenoid, inspect the bore and VCT  oil control solenoid to ensure there are no burrs, sharp edges or contaminants present on the mating surface. Only clean the external surfaces as necessary.
    NOTE: A slight twisting motion will aid in the installation of the VCT  oil control solenoid.
    NOTE: Keep the VCT  oil control solenoid clean of dirt and debris.

    Install the LH intake VCT  oil control solenoid and the bolt.

    • Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
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  40. Remove the RH 303-1248.
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  41. Install the RH valve train oil tube and the 3 bolts and tighten in 2 stages.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
    • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 45 degrees.
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  42. Remove the LH 303-1248.
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  43. Install the LH valve train oil tube and the 3 bolts and tighten in 2 stages.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
    • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 45 degrees.
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  44. NOTE: Only use a 3M Roloc® Bristle Disk (2-in white, part number 07528) to clean the engine front cover. Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes or any other power abrasive disk to clean front cover.

    Clean the engine front cover using a 3M Roloc® Bristle Disk (2-in white, part number 07528) in a suitable tool turning at the recommended speed of 15,000 rpm. Thoroughly wash the engine front cover to remove any foreign material, including any abrasive particles created during the cleaning process.

  45. NOTE: Place clean, lint-free shop towels over exposed engine cavities. Carefully remove the towels so foreign material is not dropped into the engine. Any foreign material (including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces) that enters the oil passages or the oil pan, may cause engine failure.
    NOTE: Do not use wire brushes, power abrasive discs or 3M Roloc® Bristle Disk (2-in white part number 07528) to clean the sealing surfaces of engine block, cylinder heads, and oil pan. These tools can cause contamination that will cause premature engine failure. Remove all traces of the gasket.

    Clean the sealing surfaces of the cylinder heads, the cylinder block and the oil pan in the following sequence.

    • Remove any large deposits of silicone or gasket material.
    • Apply Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover and allow to set for several minutes.
    • Remove the Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover. A second application of Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover may be required if residual traces of silicone or gasket material remain.
    • Apply Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep to remove any remaining traces of oil or coolant and to prepare the surfaces to bond. Do not attempt to make the metal shiny. Some staining of the metal surfaces is normal.
  46. NOTE: Make sure the 2 locating dowel pins are seated correctly in the cylinder block.

    Install 307-399

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  47. NOTE: Failure to use Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone may cause the engine oil to foam excessively and result in serious engine damage.
    NOTE: The engine front cover and bolts 7, 8, 15, 17, 18, 21 and 22 must be installed within 4 minutes of the initial sealant application. The remainder of the engine front cover bolts must be installed and tightened within 35 minutes of the initial sealant application. If the time limits are exceeded, the sealant must be removed, the sealing area cleaned and sealant reapplied. To clean the sealing area, use Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover and Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.

    Apply a 3 mm (0.1181 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the sealing surface of the front cover.

    • Apply a 5.5 mm (0.22 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the oil pan-to-cylinder block joint and the cylinder head-to-cylinder block joint areas of the engine front cover in 5 places as indicated.
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  48. NOTE: Make sure the 2 locating dowel pins are seated correctly in the cylinder block.

    Install the engine front cover and bolts 7, 8, 15, 17, 18, 21 and 22.

    • Tighten in sequence shown in illustration to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).
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  49. Remove 307-399.
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  50. Install the M6 engine front cover bolt.
    • Do not tighten at this time.
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  51. Install the 3 upper M10 engine front cover bolts.
    • Do not tighten the bolts at this time.
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  52. Install the remaining engine front cover bolts. Tighten all of the engine front cover bolts in the sequence shown in illustration in 7 stages.
    • Stage 1: Tighten bolts 1 thru 22 to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    • Stage 2: Tighten bolts 23 thru 25 to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).
    • Stage 3: Tighten bolt 26 to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    • Stage 4: Loosen bolt 26 one full turn.
    • Stage 5: Tighten bolts 23 thru 25 to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft) plus an additional 90 degrees.
    • Stage 6: Tighten bolts 1 thru 22 to 20 Nm (177 lb-in) plus an additional 45 degrees.
    • Stage 7: Tighten bolt 26 to 10 Nm (89 lb-in) plus an additional 45 degrees.
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  53. NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.

    Using 303-1247/2 and 205-153 T80T-4000-W install the new spark plug tube seal(s).

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  54. NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.

    Using 205-142 T80T-4000-J and 205-153 T80T-4000-W install the new VCT  seal(s).

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  55. NOTE: Failure to use Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone may cause the engine oil to foam excessively and result in serious engine damage.
    NOTE: If the valve cover is not installed and the fasteners tightened within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. To clean the sealing area, use Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover and Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.

    Apply an 8 mm (0.315 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover-to-Right Hand (RH) cylinder head joints.

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  56. Using a new gasket, install the RH valve cover and tighten the 11 retainers.
    • Tighten in the sequence shown in illustration to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
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  57. Ensure the VCT  seals in the valve cover are below the top of the connector (flat portion) on the VCT  oil control valve otherwise the interface may leak.
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  58. Install the engine wiring harness to the RH valve cover.
    • Position the wiring harness and attach the 9 wiring harness retainers to the RH valve cover and stud bolts.
    • Connect the CHT  sensor wiring harness jumper electrical connector.
    • Connect the 3 fuel injector electrical connectors.
    • Connect and attach the RH CMS  electrical connector.
    • Connect the 2 VCT  oil control solenoid electrical connectors.
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  59. Install the PCV  crankcase vent tube.
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  60. NOTE: Apply a small amount of dielectric grease to the inside of the ignition coil-on-plug boots before attaching to the spark plugs.

    Install the 3 RH-coil-on-plugs and the 3 bolts.

    • Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
    • Connect the 3 coil-on-plug electrical connectors.
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  61. Using a new gasket, install the intake manifold and the 7 bolts and tighten in the sequence shown in illustration in 2 stages.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 45 degrees.
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  62. Install the upper intake manifold support bolt.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
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  63. Attach the 2 coolant tube retainers to the upper intake manifold.
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  64. Connect the crankcase ventilation hose to the upper intake manifold.
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  65. Connect the EVAP  vapor tube to the EVAP  canister purge valve. REFER to QUICK CONNECT COUPLING .
    • Attach the EVAP  vapor tube to the 2 retainers.
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  66. Connect the EVAP  canister purge valve and throttle body electrical connectors.
    • Attach the wiring harness pin-type retainer to the upper intake manifold.
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  67. NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.

    Using 303-1247/2 and 205-153 T80T-4000-W install the new spark plug tube seal(s).

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  68. NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.

    Using 205-142 T80T-4000-J and 205-153 T80T-4000-W install the new VCT  seal(s).

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  69. NOTE: Failure to use Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone may cause the engine oil to foam excessively and result in serious engine damage.
    NOTE: If the valve cover is not installed and the fasteners tightened within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. To clean the sealing area, use Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover and Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.

    Apply an 8 mm (0.315 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover-to-Left Hand (LH) cylinder head joints.

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  70. Using a new gasket, install the LH valve cover and tighten the 4 bolts and 7 stud bolts.
    • Tighten in the sequence shown in illustration to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
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  71. Ensure the VCT  seals in the valve cover are below the top of the connector (flat portion) on the VCT  oil control valve otherwise the interface may leak.
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  72. Install the engine wiring harness to the LH valve cover.
    • Position the wiring harness and attach the 11 wiring harness retainers to the LH valve cover and stud bolts.
    • Connect the 3 fuel injector electrical connectors.
    • Connect and attach the LH HO2S  electrical connector.
    • Connect the 2 VCT  oil control solenoid electrical connectors.
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  73. Install the ground wire bolt to the engine front cover.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
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  74. Install the LH ignition coils.
    • Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
    • Connect the 3 coil-on-plug electrical connectors.
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  75. Install the oil level indicator.
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  76. Connect the crankcase vent tube to the LH valve cover.
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  77. Install a new crankshaft front seal. Refer to CRANKSHAFT FRONT SEAL .
  78. Install the accessory drive belt tensioner.
    • Tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-in).
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  79. Raise the subframe and powertrain assembly into the vehicle.
  80. Install the engine mount, the 3 bolts and the 4 engine mount nuts hand tight.
    • Tighten the 3 engine mount bolts to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
    • Tighten the 4 engine mount nuts to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
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  81. Install the transaxle support insulator assembly the 3 nuts and the bolt.
    • Tighten the nuts to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
    • Tighten the bolt to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
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  82. Install the 4 transmission support insulator-to-frame rail bolts.
    • Tighten the 2 bottom bolts to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
    • Tighten the 2 top bolts to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
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  83. NOTE: RH shown in illustration, LH similar.

    Align the subframe and install the new front subframe bolts.

    • Tighten to 200 Nm (148 lb-ft).
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  84. NOTE: RH shown in illustration, LH similar.

    Install the rear subframe brackets and the new subframe bracket-to-body bolts.

    • Finger tight at this stage.
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  85. NOTE: RH shown in illustration, LH similar.

    Install the new subframe bracket bolts.

    • Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
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  86. NOTE: RH shown in illustration, LH similar.

    Tighten the subframe bracket-to-body bolts to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).

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  87. Remove the ratchet strap from the front of the subframe to the rear of the subframe.
  88. Remove the Adjustable Grip Arm and the powertrain lift table.
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  89. NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.

    Install the strut to the wheel knuckle and install the strut-to-wheel knuckle nuts and bolts.

    • Tighten to 250 Nm (184 lb-ft).
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  90. NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.

    Install the brake caliper and the guide pin bolts.

    • 432 mm (17 in) brakes: Tighten to 72 Nm (53 lb-ft).
    • 457 mm (18 in) brakes: Tighten to 75 Nm (55 lb-ft).
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  91. NOTE: Do not tighten the wheel hub nut with the vehicle on the ground. The nut must be tightened to specification before the vehicle is lowered onto the wheels. Wheel bearing damage will occur if the wheel bearing is loaded with the weight of the vehicle applied.
    NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
    NOTE: Apply the brake to keep the halfshaft from rotating.

    Using the previously removed wheel hub nut, seat the LH and RH halfshafts.

    • Tighten to 350 Nm (258 lb-ft).
    • Remove and discard the wheel hub nuts.
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  92. NOTE: The wheel hub nut contains a one time locking chemical that is activated by the heat created when it is tightened. Install and tighten the new wheel hub nut to specification within 5 minutes of starting it on the threads. Always install a new wheel hub nut after loosening or when not tightened within the specified time or damage to the components can occur.
    NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
    NOTE: Apply the brake to keep the halfshaft from rotating.

    Install a new wheel hub nuts.

    • Tighten to 350 Nm (258 lb-ft).
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  93. NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.

    Install the new upper stabilizer link nut.

    • Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
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  94. NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.

    Install the wheel speed sensor and the bolt.

    • Tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).
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  95. Connect the transaxle cooler tubes and install the 2 secondary latches.
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  96. If equipped, install the oil cooler hose retainer to the subframe.
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  97. If equipped, connect the oil cooler coolant hoses.
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  98. If equipped, connect the 2 PTU  cooler hoses. For additional infomation, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
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  99. NOTE: Do not lubricate the engine oil filter gasket.

    Install a new engine oil filter.

    • Tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in) and then rotate an additional 180 degrees.
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  100. If equipped with AWD  , line up the index marks on the rear driveshaft to the index marks on the PTU  flange made during removal and install the 4 new bolts.
    • Tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
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  101. Install the exhaust Y-pipe. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST Y-PIPE - 3.5L TI-VCT .
  102. NOTE: Do not allow the intermediate shaft to rotate while it is disconnected from the gear or damage to the clockspring may occur. If there is evidence that the intermediate shaft has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered. For additional information, refer to CLOCKSPRING , and CLOCKSPRING ADJUSTMENT .

    Align and connect the steering column shaft to the steering gear and install the bolt.

    • Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
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  103. Install the underbody air duct and the 3 twist lock retainers.
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  104. If equipped, attach the engine block heater harness to the radiator support.
  105. Connect the transaxle control cable to the shift cable bracket.
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  106. Connect the transaxle control cable to the control lever.
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  107. Connect the upper radiator hose, lower radiator hose and 2 heater hoses to the thermostat housing.
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  108. Install the ground wire to the RH shock tower and install the bolt.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
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  109. Install the engine wiring harness retainer to the bulkhead.
    • Slide the wiring harness in the bulkhead.
    • Make sure the wiring harness retainer tab is below the bulkhead lip.
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  110. Connect the engine harness electrical connector.
    • Attach the wiring harness retainer.
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  111. Connect the 2 PCM  electrical connectors.
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  112. Connect the EVAP  tube and the fuel supply tube quick connect coupling. REFER to SPRING LOCK COUPLINGS .
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  113. Connect the brake booster vacuum hose to the upper intake manifold.
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  114. Connect the degas bottle coolant hose to the engine coolant tube.
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  115. Install the degas bottle. REFER to DEGAS BOTTLE .
  116. Using a new O-ring seal and gasket seal, install the A/C tube and the nut.
    • Tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).
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  117. Connect the A/C pressure switch electrical connector.
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  118. Using a new O-ring seal and gasket seal, connect the A/C tube and install the nut.
    • Tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).
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  119. Install the accessory drive belt. REFER to ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT - 3.5L TI-VCT, 3.7L TI-VCT .
  120. NOTE: RH shown in illustration, LH similar.

    Install the 2 RH and 2 LH lower pin-type retainers for the engine splash shields.

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  121. Install the front wheels and tires. REFER to WHEEL AND TIRE .
  122. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector.
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  123. Install the ground wire and install the retainer.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
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  124. Install the ground wire and the retainer.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
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  125. Connect the 2 battery feed cables to the positive battery terminal and install the nut.
    • Tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).
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  126. Install the battery tray. REFER to BATTERY AND BATTERY TRAY - EXPLODED VIEW .
  127. Install the engine ACL  and ACL  outlet pipe. REFER to INTAKE AIR SYSTEM COMPONENTS - EXPLODED VIEW .
  128. Install the cowl panel. REFER to COWL PANEL .
  129. Fill the engine with clean engine oil.
  130. Fill and bleed the cooling system. REFER to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .
  131. Recharge the A/C system. REFER to AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) SYSTEM RECOVERY, EVACUATION AND CHARGING .
  132. Perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure, following the on-screen instructions.