Timing Drive Components: Installation

All engines 

1. Using new gaskets, install the channel cover plate and the 9 bolts. 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.
     Fig 1: Identifying Channel Cover Plate Bolts Tightening Sequence

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2. Install the RH primary timing chain guide and the bolt.
   • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
     Fig 2: Locating RH Primary Timing Chain Guide And Bolt

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   Engines with secondary timing chain tensioner removed 

   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.
3. 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 3: Installing RH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner

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4. Install the RH secondary timing chain tensioner shoe.
   Fig 4: Locating RH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner Shoe

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5. Remove and discard the RH secondary timing chain tensioner shipping clip.
   Fig 5: Locating RH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner Shipping Clip

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6. Assemble the RH Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) assembly, the RH exhaust camshaft sprocket and the RH secondary timing chain.
   • Align the colored links with the timing marks.
     Fig 6: Locating Colored Links On RH Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket And RH Secondary Timing Chain

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7. 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 7: Positioning RH VCT Assemblies And Secondary Timing Chain Onto Camshafts

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8. 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 8: Locating RH VCT Bolts

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9. Activate the RH secondary timing chain tensioner by pressing down on the secondary tensioner shoe until it bottoms out, let go of the tensioner and it will spring up putting tension on the chain.
   Fig 9: Activating RH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner

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10. NOTE: Do not use excessive force when installing the Variable Camshaft Timing (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 10: Locating RH Exhaust VCT Oil Control Solenoid

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11. 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 11: Installing LH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner

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12. Install the LH secondary timing chain tensioner shoe.
    Fig 12: Locating LH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner Shoe

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13. Remove and discard the LH secondary timing chain tensioner shipping clip.
    Fig 13: Locating LH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner Shipping Clip

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14. Assemble the 2 LH VCT assemblies and the LH secondary timing chain.
    • Align the colored links with the timing marks.
      Fig 14: Locating Colored Links On LH Secondary Timing Chain

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15. 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 15: Locating LH VCT Assemblies And Secondary Timing Chain

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16. 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 16: Locating LH VCT Bolts

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17. Activate the LH secondary timing chain tensioner by pressing down on the secondary tensioner shoe until it bottoms out, let go of the tensioner and it will spring up putting tension on the chain.
    Fig 17: Activating LH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner

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18. NOTE: Do not use excessive force when installing the Variable Camshaft Timing (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 exhaust VCT oil control solenoid.

    • Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in) then an additional 20 degrees.
      Fig 18: Locating LH Exhaust VCT Oil Control Solenoid

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    Engines with secondary timing chain tensioner not removed 

19. Compress the RH secondary timing chain tensioner and install the Secondary Chain Hold Down to retain the tensioner in the collapsed position.
    Fig 19: Installing Secondary Chain Hold Down To Retain Tensioner In Collapsed Position

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20. 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 20: Locating Colored Links On RH Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket And RH Secondary Timing Chain

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21. 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 21: Locating RH VCT Assemblies And Secondary Timing Chain

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22. 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 22: Locating RH VCT Assembly Bolts

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23. 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 23: Compressing RH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner

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24. Compress the LH secondary timing chain tensioner and install the Secondary Chain Hold Down to retain the tensioner in the collapsed position.
    Fig 24: Installing Secondary Chain Hold Down To Retain Tensioner In Collapsed Position

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25. Assemble the 2 LH VCT assemblies and the LH secondary timing chain.
    • Align the colored links with the timing marks.
      Fig 25: Locating Colored Links On LH Secondary Timing Chain

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26. 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 26: Locating LH VCT Assemblies And Secondary Timing Chain

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27. 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 27: Locating LH VCT Assembly Bolts

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28. 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 28: Compressing LH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner

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      All engines 

29. Install the upper LH primary timing chain guide and the bolt.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
      Fig 29: Locating Upper LH Primary Timing Chain Guide And Bolt

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30. Install the crankshaft timing chain sprocket with timing dot mark out.
    Fig 30: Locating Crankshaft Timing Chain Sprocket

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31. 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 31: Aligning Primary Timing Chain Colored Links With Timing Marks On VCT Assemblies And Crankshaft Sprocket

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32. Install the lower LH primary timing chain guide and the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
      Fig 32: Locating Lower LH Primary Timing Chain Guide Bolts

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33. Install the primary timing chain tensioner arm.
    Fig 33: Identifying Primary Timing Chain Tensioner Arm

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34. 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 34: Resetting Primary Timing Chain Tensioner

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35. 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 35: Locating Primary Tensioner Bolt And Lockpin

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36. 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 36: Locating Timing Marks On RH Intake VCT Assembly Colored Link, LH Intake VCT Assembly Colored Link And Crankshaft Sprocket Links

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37. NOTE: Do not use excessive force when installing the Variable Camshaft Timing (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 37: Locating LH Intake VCT Oil Control Solenoid And Bolt

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38. NOTE: Do not use excessive force when installing the Variable Camshaft Timing (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 38: Locating RH Intake VCT Oil Control Solenoid And Bolt

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39. Remove the RH Camshaft Holding Tool.
    Fig 39: Identifying RH Camshaft Holding Tool

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40. 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 40: Locating RH Valve Train Oil Tube And Bolts

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41. Remove the LH Camshaft Holding Tool.
    Fig 41: Identifying LH Camshaft Holding Tool

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42. 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 42: Locating LH Valve Train Oil Tube And Bolts

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43. Install the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to ENGINE FRONT COVER .