Installation Procedure
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- Install the oil pump, if previously removed. Refer to Oil Pump Replacement .
- To aid in alignment of the cover, thread the J 44219 into the engine block.
- Apply a 3 mm (0.12 in) bead of sealer to the engine front cover (1). Refer to Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants .
- Align the oil pump to the crankshaft sprocket splines.
- Position the engine front cover over the J 44219 , and to the engine block.
- Install the engine front cover bolts.
- Remove the J 44219 from the engine block.
- Install the 2 remaining engine front cover bolts.
Tighten:
- Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Tighten the small center bolt (1) last to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
- Install the oil pump pipe and screen assembly. Refer to Oil Pump Suction Pipe and Screen Assembly Replacement .
- Install the power steering pump. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement .
- Install the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .
- Install the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement .
- Install the water pump. Refer to Water Pump Replacement .
IMPORTANT:
The engine front cover must be installed within 10 minutes from when the sealer was applied.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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