Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Timing Chain Tensioner Bracket

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

If necessary, install the timing chain tensioner bracket and bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

Fig 2: Crankshaft Balancer Key

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Install the key into the crankshaft keyway.
The crankshaft balancer key should be parallel to the crankshaft or with a slight incline.

Fig 3: Crankshaft Sprocket

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Fig 4: Camshaft Sprocket & Camshaft Timing Chain

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IMPORTANT: Install the camshaft sprocket with the alignment mark at the 6 o'clock position.

Install the camshaft sprocket and the camshaft timing chain. Wrap the timing chain around the crankshaft sprocket and position to the driver's side of the engine.

Fig 5: Timing Chain Tensioner Shoe

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Install the timing chain tensioner shoe onto the bracket and position the top of the shoe under the tab at the top of the bracket.

Fig 6: Camshaft Sprocket Bolts

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IMPORTANT: Do not use a hammer to install the camshaft sprocket onto the camshaft. To do so may dislodge the expansion cup plug.

Insert the camshaft timing chain sprocket into the timing chain and position so when the camshaft timing chain sprocket is installed on the camshaft, the camshaft timing marks will line up.
Install the camshaft sprocket bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 7: View Of Camshaft & Crankshaft Sprocket Timing Marks

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Ensure that the crankshaft sprocket is aligned at the 12 o'clock position and camshaft sprocket is aligned at the 6 o'clock position.
Remove the bolt that was installed in the end of the crankshaft.
Install the CKP sensor reluctor ring. Refer to Crankshaft Position (CKP) Reluctor Ring Replacement .