Camshafts (G1817149): Installation

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NOTE: Make sure that these components are installed to the noted removal position.

Fig 1: Camshaft Bearing Caps Bolts Tightening Sequence
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1. Install the camshafts.
2. Install the camshaft bearing caps. Tighten the bolts finger tight before final tightening in sequence illustrated.
  Torque : 11Nm
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Using the special tool align the camshafts.

Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1625
CAUTION: Install and finger tighten bolts before final tightening in sequence illustrated.

Fig 2: Camshaft Cover Gasket Bolts Tightening Sequence
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Install the valve cover. Make sure a new gasket is installed.

Renew Part: Camshaft cover gasket Quantity: 1 .

Torque

M8 x 80

Stage 1: 15Nm

Stage 2: 45°

M8 x 40: 25Nm
Install the crankcase breather.
Install the cylinder head temperature sensor electrical connector bracket.
Torque : 12Nm
Install the wiring harness and connect the 2 electrical connectors.
Install the Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) material.
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Install the camshaft gear and bolt finger tight.

Renew Part: Variable camshaft timing actuator bolts Quantity: 1 .
CAUTION: Use 2 suitable M6 X 20 bolts to install the special tool to the cylinder head.

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Install the special tool.

Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1631
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Fully tighten the camshaft gear bolt and remove the special tool.

Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1631

Torque

Stage 1: 80Nm

Stage 2: 90°
Install the upper timing chain.
Refer to: UPPER TIMING CHAIN - REMOVE FOR ACCESS
Install the fuel injectors.
Refer to: FUEL INJECTORS
Install the fuel rail.
Refer to: FUEL RAIL