Cylinder Head LH: Installation

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1. Install the camshaft sprocket pulley bolt and washer.
2. Rotate the camshaft clockwise to position the camshaft keyway as shown.
3. Remove the camshaft sprocket pulley bolt and washer.
4. Discard the camshaft sprocket pulley bolt.
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NOTE: If the exhaust manifold was removed, follow the next 3 steps.
Install new exhaust manifold studs and gaskets.
Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)

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Install the exhaust manifold and new washers and nuts. Tighten in the sequence shown.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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Install the heat shield and the bolts.
Torque: 124 lb.in (14 Nm)

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NOTE: The cylinder head assembly service part does not come with the front oil cover, the bolts or the gasket. It will be necessary to install a new gasket and the original front oil cover and bolts onto the new cylinder head assembly.

If necessary, install a new gasket, the front oil cover and the bolts.

Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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Install Special Service Tool: 303-572 (T97T-6000-A) Remover/Installer, Cylinder Head.

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Install a new cylinder head gasket.

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NOTE: Do not tighten the cylinder head bolts at this time.

With the aid of an assistant, install the cylinder head.
- Install the bolts finger tight.
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NOTE: Be sure to tighten the bolts in 3 stages.

Tighten the bolts in sequence shown in 3 stages.

Torque:

Stage 1: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

Stage 2: 90 °

Stage 3: 90 °

Fig 1: LH Cylinder Head Tightening Sequence
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Remove Special Service Tool: 303-572 (T97T-6000-A) Remover/Installer, Cylinder Head.

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Install the balance shaft drive gear onto LH camshaft.

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NOTE: Finger tighten at this time. The bolt will be final tightened after the RH timing chain is installed.

Install the LH camshaft sprocket and a new bolt finger-tight.

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NOTE: Prior to installation, inspect the tensioner-sealing bead for seal integrity. If cracks, tears, separation from the tensioner body or permanent compression of the seal bead is observed, install a new tensioner or engine damage may occur.

Using a vise, compress the tensioner plunger and install the Hydraulic Chain Tensioner Retaining Clip (PN# 1L3Z-6P250-AA) on the tensioner to hold the plunger in during installation. Use the General Equipment: Vise

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NOTE: There are 61 links in each timing chain.

If copper (colored) links are not visible, mark 2 links on one end and 1 link on the other end, and use as timing marks.

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Install the LH timing chain guide and the bolts.
Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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Install the lower end of the LH timing chain, aligning the single colored link and the timing mark.

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NOTE: Be sure the upper half of the timing chain is below the tensioner guide dowel.

Position the LH timing chain on the camshaft sprocket with the 2 chain (colored) links and the timing marks aligned.

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NOTE: The LH timing chain tensioner arm has a bump near the dowel hole for identification.

Position the LH timing chain tensioner arm on the dowel pin and install the LH timing chain tensioner and the bolts.

Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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Remove the Hydraulic Chain Tensioner Retaining Clip from the LH timing chain tensioner.

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NOTE: Prior to installation, inspect the tensioner-sealing bead for seal integrity. If cracks, tears, separation from the tensioner body or permanent compression of the seal bead is observed, install a new tensioner or engine damage may occur.

Using a vise, compress the tensioner plunger and install the Hydraulic Chain Tensioner Retaining Clip (PN# 1L3Z-6P250-AA) on the tensioner to hold the plunger in during installation. Use the General Equipment: Vise

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NOTE: There are 61 links in each timing chain.

If copper (colored) links are not visible, mark 2 links on one end and 1 link on the other end, and use as timing marks.

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Install the RH timing chain guide and the bolts.
Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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NOTE: Be sure the chain link and crankshaft sprocket timing marks are aligned.

NOTE: The lower half of the timing chain must be positioned above the dowel.

Install the RH (outer) timing chain on the crankshaft sprocket.

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Position the timing chain on the camshaft sprocket. Make sure the 2 copper-colored (marked) links align with the camshaft sprocket timing mark.

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Position the RH timing chain tensioner arm on the dowel pin and install the RH timing chain tensioner and the bolts.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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Remove the Hydraulic Chain Tensioner Retaining Clip from the RH timing chain tensioner.

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Install the crankshaft sensor ring onto the crankshaft.

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NOTE: Only use hand tools to tighten the camshaft sprocket bolt or damage may occur to the camshaft or camshaft sprocket.

Tighten the LH camshaft sprocket bolt in 2 stages.

Torque:

Stage 1: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

Stage 2: 90 °

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NOTE: Lubricate the balance shaft journals with clean engine oil.

Install the balance shaft with the timing marks on the balance shaft gear (1) and the camshaft gear (2) aligned.

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NOTE: The balance shaft bearing caps must be installed into their original locations or engine damage may occur.
- Install the balance shaft bearing caps and install the bolts finger-tight.
- Tighten the bolts in sequence shown.
  Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)
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Position the RH muffler inlet pipe and install new nuts.
Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

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Position the LH muffler inlet pipe and install new nuts.
Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

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Position the ground wire and install the bolt.
Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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Install the following items:
1. NOTE: If the cylinder head is being removed for servicing the cylinder head gasket only, it is not necessary to remove the spark plugs.
  
  Install new spark plugs. Refer to: Spark Plugs .
2. Engine front cover. Refer to: Engine Front Cover .
3. Intake manifold. Refer to: Intake Manifold .
4. Air cleaner. Refer to: Air Cleaner .
5. Air cleaner outlet pipe. Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe .
- Remove the oil pan drain plug and drain the engine oil. Use the General Equipment: Oil Drain Equipment
- Install the oil pan drain plug.
  Torque: 17 lb.ft (23 Nm)
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Remove and discard the engine oil filter.

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Install a new engine oil filter.
Torque: 142 lb.in (16 Nm)

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Fill the crankcase with clean engine oil. Refer to: Specifications .

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Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
Install the cooling module. Refer to: Cooling Module .
Use the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Misfire Monitor Profile Correction routine in the diagnostic scan tool.