Timing Drive Components: Installation

Install the RH primary timing chain guide and the bolt.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Fig 1: Locating RH Primary Timing Chain Guide
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NOTE: The following steps are only for the replacement of the secondary timing chain tensioners. Do not reuse the secondary timing chain tensioners if removed, or damage to the engine may occur.

For installation of the secondary timing chain tensioner, if removed. Perform the following steps 3 through 18.
NOTE: Apply clean engine oil to the secondary timing chain tensioner O-ring seals and mega cap bore.

NOTE: Do not remove the secondary timing chain tensioner shipping clip, until instructed to do so.

Install the RH secondary timing chain tensioner by pushing it down all the way until a snap is heard and the tensioner is seated all the way down the mega cap bore.

Fig 2: Installing RH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner
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Install the RH secondary timing chain tensioner shoe.

Fig 3: Identifying RH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner Shoe
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Remove and discard the RH secondary timing chain tensioner shipping clip.

Fig 4: Locating RH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner Shipping Clip
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Assemble the RH VCT assembly, the RH exhaust camshaft sprocket and the RH secondary timing chain.
- Align the colored links with the timing marks.
Fig 5: Identifying Colored Links Timing Marks
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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.

Fig 6: Identifying VCT Assemblies
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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.
Fig 7: Locating RH VCT Bolts
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Activate the RH secondary timing chain tensioner by pressing down on the secondary tensioner top shoe until it bottoms out, let go of the tensioner and it will spring up putting tension on the chain.

Fig 8: Pressing Down On Secondary Tensioner Top Shoe
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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 RH exhaust VCT oil control solenoid.
- Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in) then an additional 20 degrees.
Fig 9: Locating RH Exhaust VCT Oil Control Solenoid Mounting Bolt
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NOTE: Apply clean engine oil to the secondary timing chain tensioner O-ring seals and mega cap bore.

NOTE: Do not remove the secondary timing chain tensioner shipping clip, until instructed to do so.

Install the LH secondary timing chain tensioner by pushing it down all the way until a snap is heard and the tensioner is seated all the way down the mega cap bore.

Fig 10: Installing LH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner
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Install the LH secondary timing chain tensioner shoe.

Fig 11: Locating LH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner Shoe
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Remove and discard the LH secondary timing chain tensioner shipping clip.

Fig 12: Locating LH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner Shipping Clip
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Assemble the 2 LH VCT assemblies and the LH secondary timing chain.
- Align the colored links with the timing marks.
Fig 13: Identifying LH Secondary Timing Chain Colored Links Timing Marks
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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.

Fig 14: Identifying LH VCT Assemblies
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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.
Fig 15: Locating LH VCT Bolts
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Activate the LH secondary timing chain tensioner by pressing down on the secondary tensioner top shoe until it bottoms out, let go of the tensioner and it will spring up putting tension on the chain.

Fig 16: Pressing Down On Secondary Tensioner Top Shoe
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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.

Fig 17: Locating LH Exhaust VCT Oil Control Solenoid Mounting Bolts

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Install the LH exhaust VCT oil control solenoid.
- 8 Nm (71 lb-in) then an additional 20 degrees.
NOTE: The following steps are for engines with secondary timing chain tensioner not removed.

Compress the RH secondary timing chain tensioner and install the Secondary Chain Hold Down to retain the tensioner in the collapsed position.

Fig 18: Compressing RH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner
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Assemble the RH VCT assembly, the RH exhaust camshaft sprocket and the RH secondary timing chain.
- Align the colored links with the timing marks.
Fig 19: Identifying RH VCT Assembly Colored Links Timing Marks
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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.

Fig 20: Identifying RH VCT Assemblies
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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.
Fig 21: Locating RH VCT Bolts
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NOTE: The 2 VCT oil control solenoids are removed for clarity.

Compress the RH secondary timing chain tensioner and remove the Secondary Chain Hold Down.
- Make sure the secondary timing chain is centered on the timing chain tensioner guides.
Fig 22: Compressing RH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner
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Compress the LH secondary timing chain tensioner and install the Secondary Chain Hold Down to retain the tensioner in the collapsed position.

Fig 23: Compressing LH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner
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Assemble the 2 LH VCT assemblies and the LH secondary timing chain.
- Align the colored links with the timing marks.
Fig 24: Identifying LH VCT Assemblies Colored Links Timing Marks
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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.

Fig 25: Identifying LH VCT Assemblies
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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.
Fig 26: Locating LH VCT Bolts
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NOTE: The 2 VCT oil control solenoids are removed for clarity.

Compress the LH secondary timing chain tensioner and remove the Secondary Chain Hold Down.
- Make sure the secondary timing chain is centered on the timing chain tensioner guides.
Fig 27: Compressing LH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner
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Install the upper LH primary timing chain guide and the bolt.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Fig 28: Locating Upper LH Primary Timing Chain Guide Mounting Bolts
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Install the crankshaft timing chain sprocket with timing dot mark out.

Fig 29: Identifying Crankshaft Timing Chain Sprocket
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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.

Fig 30: Locating Timing Marks On VCT Assemblies And Crankshaft Sprocket
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Install the lower LH primary timing chain guide and the 2 bolts.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Fig 31: Locating Lower LH Primary Timing Chain Guide Mounting Bolts
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Install the primary timing chain tensioner arm.

Fig 32: Locating Primary Timing Chain Tensioner Arm
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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.
Fig 33: Resetting Primary Timing Chain Tensioner
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NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the camshafts slightly to remove slack from the timing chain to install the tensioner.

Install the primary tensioner and the 2 bolts.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  - Remove the lockpin.
Fig 34: Locating Primary Tensioner Mounting Bolts And Lockpin
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As a post-check, verify correct alignment of all timing marks.
- There is 48 links in between the RH intake VCT assembly colored link (1) and the LH intake VCT assembly colored link (2).
- There is 35 links in between LH intake VCT assembly colored link (2) and the 2 crankshaft sprocket links (3).
Fig 35: Locating LH Intake VCT Assembly Colored Link And Crankshaft Sprocket Timing Marks
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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) then an additional 20 degrees.
Fig 36: Locating LH Intake VCT Oil Control Solenoid Mounting Bolt
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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 RH intake VCT oil control solenoid and the bolt.
- Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in) then an additional 20 degrees.
Fig 37: Locating RH Intake VCT Oil Control Solenoid Mounting Bolt
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Remove the RH Camshaft Holding Tool.

Fig 38: Removing RH Camshaft Holding Tool
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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.
Fig 39: Locating RH Valve Train Oil Tube Mounting Bolts
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Remove the LH Camshaft Holding Tool.

Fig 40: Removing LH Camshaft Holding Tool
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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.
Fig 41: Locating LH Valve Train Oil Tube Mounting Bolts
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Install the engine front cover. REFER to Engine Front Cover .