Removal And Installation: Camshafts: Installation
RH camshafts
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NOTE: Coat the camshafts with clean engine oil prior to installation.
Lubricate the camshafts with clean engine oil and position the camshafts onto the RH cylinder head in the neutral position as shown.
Material: Engine Oil - SAE 5W-20 - Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W20-Q1SP (WSS-M2C945-B1)
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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 counterclockwise to the 9 o'clock position.
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NOTE: The camshaft seal gaps must be at the 12 o'clock position or damage to the engine may occur.
Position the RH camshaft seal gaps as shown.
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NOTE: Cylinder head camshaft bearing caps are numbered to verify that they are assembled in their original positions.
Install the camshaft caps, oil tube and the bolts.
Torque: Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) Stage 2: 45 deg.
- Loosen the camshaft cap bolts.
- Tighten the camshaft cap bolts.
Torque: Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) Stage 2: 45 deg.
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NOTE: If any components are installed new, the engine valve clearance must be checked/adjusted or engine damage may occur.
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 Adjustment . Use the General Equipment: Feeler Gauge
- Remove the bolts and the oil tube.
- Rotate the RH camshafts to the TDC position as shown.
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NOTE: The Camshaft Holding Tool will hold the camshafts in the TDC position.
Install Special Service Tool: 303-1248 Camshaft holding tools.
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NOTE: The 2 VCT oil control solenoids are removed for clarity.
Install Special Service Tool: 303-1530 Tool, Chain Tensioner Hold Down.
- Align the colored links with the timing marks and assemble the RH VCT units.
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NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the camshafts slightly, to install the RH secondary timing assembly.
Position the RH VCT units and the secondary timing chain onto the camshafts by aligning the holes in the VCT units with the dowel pins in the camshafts.
- Install the new RH VCT unit bolts.
Torque: Stage 1: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm) Stage 2: Loosen: 1turn(s) Stage 3: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm) Stage 4: 180 deg.
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NOTE: The 2 VCT oil control solenoids are removed for clarity.
Make sure the secondary timing chain is centered on the timing chain tensioner guides. Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1530 Tool, Chain Tensioner Hold Down.
LH camshafts
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NOTE: Coat the camshafts with clean engine oil prior to installation.
Lubricate the camshafts with clean engine oil and position the camshafts onto the LH cylinder head in the neutral position as shown.
Material: Engine Oil - SAE 5W-20 - Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W20-Q1SP (WSS-M2C945-B1)
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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 counterclockwise to the 9 o'clock position.
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NOTE: The camshaft seal gaps must be at the 12 o'clock position or damage to the engine may occur.
Position the LH camshaft seal gaps as shown.
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NOTE: Cylinder head camshaft bearing caps are numbered to verify that they are assembled in their original positions.
Install the camshaft caps, oil tube and the bolts.
Torque: Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) Stage 2: 45 deg.
- Loosen the camshaft bolts.
- Tighten the camshaft cap bolts.
Torque: Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) Stage 2: 45 deg.
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NOTE: If any components are installed new, the engine valve clearance must be checked/adjusted or engine damage may occur.
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 Adjustment . Use the General Equipment: Feeler Gauge
- Remove the bolts and the oil tube.
- Rotate the LH camshafts to the TDC position as shown.
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NOTE: The Camshaft Holding Tool will hold the camshafts in the TDC position.
Install Special Service Tool: 303-1248 Camshaft holding tools.
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NOTE: The 2 VCT oil control solenoids are removed for clarity.
Install Special Service Tool: 303-1530 Tool, Chain Tensioner Hold Down.
- Align the colored links with the timing marks and assemble the LH VCT units.
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NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the camshafts slightly, to install the LH secondary timing assembly.
Position the LH VCT units and the secondary timing chain onto the camshafts by aligning the holes in the VCT units with the dowel pins in the camshafts.
- Install the new LH VCT unit bolts.
Torque: Stage 1: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm) Stage 2: Loosen: 1turn(s) Stage 3: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm) Stage 4: 180 deg.
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NOTE: The 2 VCT oil control solenoids are removed for clarity.
Make sure the secondary timing chain is centered on the timing chain tensioner guides. Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1530 Tool, Chain Tensioner Hold Down.
All camshafts
- Rotate the crankshaft clockwise 60 degrees to the TDC position (crankshaft dowel pin at 11 o'clock).
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NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the camshafts slightly, to align the timing marks.
Install the timing chain with the colored links aligned with the timing marks on the VCT units and the crankshaft sprocket.
- Install the lower LH timing chain guide and the bolts.
Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)
- Install the timing chain tensioner arm.
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- Position the tensioner in a soft-jawed vise.
- Using pliers, squeeze the ends of the ratchet wire clip together.
- Using the soft-jawed vise, compress the plunger to the reset position.
- Install a locking pin in the 2 holes of the tensioner body to hold the plunger in place.
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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 timing chain tensioner and the bolts.
Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)
- Remove the lockpin.
- Install the timing chain tensioner and the bolts.
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- 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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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 VCT oil control solenoids and the bolts.
Torque: Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) Stage 2: 20 deg.
- Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1248 Camshaft holding tools.
- Install the RH oil tube and the bolt.
Torque: Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) Stage 2: 60 deg.
- Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1248 Camshaft holding tools.
- Install the LH oil tube and the bolt.
Torque: Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) Stage 2: 60 deg.
- Install Special Service Tool: 307-399 Alignment Pins, Transmission Fluid Pump.
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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 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 silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
- Apply a 3.0 mm (0.11 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover sealing surfaces including the inner bolt bosses.
Material: Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone / TA-357 (WSE-M4G323-A6)
- Apply a 5.5 mm (0.21 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the oil pan-to-cylinder block joint and the cylinder block joint areas of the engine front cover in places as indicated.
Material: Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone / TA-357 (WSE-M4G323-A6)
- Apply a 3.0 mm (0.11 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover sealing surfaces including the inner bolt bosses.
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NOTE: Make sure the 2 locating dowel pins are seated correctly in the cylinder block.
Install the engine front cover and the bolts.
Torque: 27 lb.in (3 Nm)
- Remove Special Service Tool: 307-399 Alignment Pins, Transmission Fluid Pump.
- Install the remaining engine front cover bolts.
Torque: Stage 1: Tighten bolts 1 thru 22 to: 89 lb.in (10 Nm) Stage 2: Tighten bolts 23, 24 and 25 to: 133 lb.in (15 Nm) Stage 3: Tighten bolt 26 to: 89 lb.in (10 Nm) Stage 4: Loosen bolt 26: 1turn(s) Stage 5: Tighten bolts 23, 24 and 25 to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft) plus an additional: 90 deg. Stage 6: Tighten bolts 1 thru 22 to 20 Nm (177 lb-in) plus an additional: 45 deg. Stage 7: Tighten bolt 26 to 10 Nm (89 lb-in) plus an additional: 45 deg.
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NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.
If removed, using the special tools, install the spark plug tube seals. Use Special Service Tool: 303-1247 VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Installer, 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle.
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NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.
If removed, using the special tools, install the VCT oil control solenoid seals. Use Special Service Tool: 205-142 (T80T-4000-J) Installer, Differential Bearing Cone, 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle.
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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 silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
Apply an 8 mm (0.31 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover-to-cylinder head joints.
Material: Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B
Material: Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A
Material: Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone / TA-357 (WSE-M4G323-A6)
- Install a new valve cover gasket.
- Install the valve cover and tighten the bolts.
Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)
- Make sure the VCT seals in the valve cover are below the top of the VCT oil control solenoid electrical connector or the VCT seal may leak oil.
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NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.
If removed, using the special tools, install the spark plug tube seals. Use Special Service Tool: 303-1247 VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Installer, 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle.
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NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.
If removed, using the special tools, install the VCT oil control solenoid seals. Use Special Service Tool: 205-142 (T80T-4000-J) Installer, Differential Bearing Cone, 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle.
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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 silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
Apply an 8 mm (0.31 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover-to-cylinder head joints.
Material: Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B
Material: Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A
Material: Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone / TA-357 (WSE-M4G323-A6)
- Install a new valve cover gasket.
- Install the valve cover and tighten the bolts.
Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)
- Make sure the VCT seals in the valve cover are below the top of the VCT oil control solenoid electrical connector or the VCT seal may leak oil.
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- Install the coil-on-plugs and the bolts.
Torque: Stage 1: 62 lb.in (7 Nm) Stage 2: 50 deg.
- Install the oil level indicator.
- Install the coil-on-plugs and the bolts.
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- Install the generator and the stud.
Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)
- Install the nut and bolt.
Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)
- Install the generator and the stud.
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- Position back the engine wire harness on the engine.
- Connect the RH electrical connectors and the wire harness retainers.
- Connect the electrical connectors and the wire retainer.
- Connect the CHT electrical connector.
- Connect the wire harness retainer.
- Install the engine vent hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Install the upper intake manifold gaskets.
- Install the upper intake manifold and the bolts.
Torque: Tighten bolts 1 and 3-7 to 10 Nm (89 lb-in) plus an additional: 45 deg. Tighten bolt 2 to 10 Nm (89 lb-in) plus an additional: 90 deg.
- Install the upper intake manifold bracket bolt.
Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)
- Connect the engine vent hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Connect the retainers for the coolant hose.
- Connect the wire retainer and the electrical connector.
- Connect the wire retainer and the electrical connectors.
- Connect the wire harness retainer.
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- Position back the engine wire harness on the engine.
- Connect the LH electrical connectors and the wire harness retainers.
- Connect the wire retainer and the electrical connector.
- Position back the wire harness and connect the wire harness retainers.
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- Connect the electrical connectors and the wire retainers.
- Install the generator nut and position back the boot.
Torque: 150 lb.in (17 Nm)
- Install the crankcase vent tube.
- Install the accessory drive belt tensioner and the bolts.
Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)
- Lubricate the crankshaft front seal bore with clean engine oil.
Material: Engine Oil - SAE 5W-20 - Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W20-Q1SP (WSS-M2C945-B1)
- Using the special tool, install the crankshaft front seal. Use Special Service Tool: 303-102 Installer, Crankshaft Pulley, 303-1251 Installer, Front Seal.
- Lubricate the crankshaft front seal and the crankshaft pulley with clean engine oil.
Material: Engine Oil - SAE 5W-20 - Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W20-Q1SP (WSS-M2C945-B1)
- Using the special tools, install the crankshaft pulley. Use Special Service Tool: 303-102 Installer, Crankshaft Pulley, 303-335 (T88T-6701-A) Installer, Front Cover Oil Seal.
- Install the new crankshaft bolt and the washer. Use the General Equipment: Strap Wrench
Torque: Stage 1: 89 lb.ft (120 Nm) Stage 2: Loosen: 1 turn(s) Stage 3: 37 lb.ft (50 Nm) Stage 4: 90 deg.
- Using the powertrain jack, raise the subframe and powertrain assembly into the vehicle. Use the General Equipment: Powertrain Jack. Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block
- Install the transmission mount bolts.
Torque: 59 lb.ft (80 Nm)
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- Install the engine mount and bolts.
Torque: 81 lb.ft (110 Nm)
- Install the engine mount nut.
Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)
- Install the engine mount and bolts.
- Install the engine mount nuts.
Torque: 59 lb.ft (80 Nm)
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NOTE: Align the reference marks made during removal.
Install the subframe front bolts finger tight.
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NOTE: Align the reference marks made during removal.
- Install the subframe rear bolts finger tight.
- Install the subframe bolts finger tight.
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NOTE: While tightening the subframe bolts, make sure the front subframe does not move.
Tighten the subframe front bolts.
Torque: 173 lb.ft (235 Nm)
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- Tighten the subframe rear bolts.
Torque: Stage 1: 76 lb.ft (103 Nm) Stage 2: 270 deg.
- Tighten the subframe bolts.
Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)
- Tighten the subframe rear bolts.
- Install the RH strut-to-wheel knuckle nuts and bolts.
Torque: 173 lb.ft (235 Nm)
- Install the LH strut-to-wheel knuckle nuts and bolts.
Torque: 173 lb.ft (235 Nm)
- Remove the adjustable mounting arm and the powertrain jack. Use the General Equipment: Powertrain Jack. Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block. Use the General Equipment: Adjustable Mounting Arm
- If equipped, line up the index marks on the rear driveshaft to the index marks on the PTU flange made during removal and install the bolts.
Torque: 52 lb.ft (70 Nm)
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NOTE: Do not lubricate the engine oil filter seal.
Install the new engine oil filter.
Torque: Stage 1: 44 lb.in (5 Nm) Stage 2: 180 deg.
- Install the exhaust Y-pipe. Refer to: Exhaust Y-Pipe .
- Connect the coolant hose retainer.
- If equipped, connect the oil cooler hoses. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Connect the coolant hose retainers to the subframe.
- Install the cooling module support panel and the retainers.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (24 Nm)
- Install the front brake discs. Refer to: Brake Disc .
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NOTE: Use the internal or external hex-holding feature to prevent the ball and stud from turning while removing or installing the stabilizer bar link nuts. The link boot seal must not be allowed to twist while tightening the link nuts or damage to the boot seal will occur.
Position back the RH sway bar link and install the nut.
Torque: 85 lb.ft (115 Nm)
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NOTE: Use the internal or external hex-holding feature to prevent the ball and stud from turning while removing or installing the stabilizer bar link nuts. The link boot seal must not be allowed to twist while tightening the link nuts or damage to the boot seal will occur.
Position back the LH sway bar link and install the nut.
Torque: 85 lb.ft (115 Nm)
- Install the RH anti-lock sensor and bolt.
Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)
- Install the LH anti-lock sensor and bolt.
Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)
- Connect the transmission cooling tubes.
- Install the transmission cooler tube secondary latches.
- Connect and attach the engine harness electrical connector.
- Install the underbody shields and retainers.
- Install the front underbody shield and the retainers.
- Install the underbody shields and retainers.
- Install the following items:
- Install the fender splash shields. Refer to: Fender Splash Shield .
- Install the front wheels and tires. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .
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- Remove the cable ties or the mechanics wire.
- Install the upper cooling support brackets.
- Install the upper air deflector and the retainers.
- Install the degas bottle hose.
- Position back the ground wire and install the bolt. Connect the wire retainer.
Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)
- Connect the PCM electrical connector and the wire harness retainer.
- Connect the electrical connector and the wire harness retainer.
- Using a new O-ring, connect the A/C tube fitting and install the nut.
Torque: 159 lb.in (18 Nm)
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- Using a new O-ring, connect the A/C hose and install the nut.
Torque: 159 lb.in (18 Nm)
- Connect the A/C pressure switch.
- Using a new O-ring, connect the A/C hose and install the nut.
- Install the bolt for the A/C tube bracket.
Torque: 62 lb.in (7 Nm)
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- Connect the heater hoses. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Connect the upper and lower heater hoses. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Position back the transaxle control cable and connect the cable. Install the bolt.
Torque: 62 lb.in (7 Nm)
- Connect the fuel supply tube. Refer to: Spring Lock Couplings
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- Connect the vacuum hose and the EVAP hose. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling
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Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Position back the wire harness and connect the wire harness retainer. Install the bolt.
Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)
- Connect the electrical connector. Position back the wires and install the nuts.
Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)
- Close the cover.
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- Position back the top part of the junction box
- Latch the tabs.
- Position back the ground cable and install the stud bolt.
Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)
- Install the following items:
- Install the battery tray. Refer to: Battery Tray .
- Install the air cleaner outlet pipe. Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe .
- Install the air cleaner. Refer to: Air Cleaner .
- Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to: Accessory Drive Belt .
- Install the degas bottle. Refer to: Degas Bottle .
- Install the engine appearance cover.
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NOTE: Do not allow the intermediate shaft to rotate while it is connecting the gear or damage to the clockspring can occur. If there is evidence that the intermediate shaft has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered. Refer to Clockspring or Clockspring - Vehicles With: Adaptive Steering .
Position back the steering shaft and install the new bolt.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
- Remove the steering wheel holding tool.
- Fill the engine with clean engine oil. Refer to: Specifications .
Material: Engine Oil - SAE 5W-20 - Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W20-Q1SP (WSS-M2C945-B1)
- Fill and bleed the engine cooling system. Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .
- Recharge the A/C system. Refer to: Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging .
- Check the selector lever cable adjustment. Refer to: Selector Lever Cable Adjustment - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission - 6F35 .
- After completing the repairs, perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure.