Timing Chain & Sprockets: Installation
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- Turn tensioner lever down to unlock position. Pull tensioner block toward lever to compress spring. Turn lever up to lock position. See Fig 1. Install timing chain/sprockets as an assembly. Ensure timing marks align. Install camshaft sprocket retaining bolt and washer. Tighten to specs. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .NOTE: Ensure chain tensioner is in unlock (down) position before installing front cover.
- Verify proper installation by rotating crankshaft until timing mark on camshaft is at approximately one o'clock position. Timing sprockets are installed correctly if there are 20 timing chain pins between timing marks on both sprockets.
- Clean all gasket surfaces. Install oil slinger. Apply sealing compound to both sides of front cover gasket. Install gasket onto cylinder block. Replace front section of oil pan seal with similar piece cut from new seal.
- Coat outer surface of NEW seal with RTV sealant and place into position. Apply sealant where oil pan and cylinder block meet. Place front cover onto cylinder block. Place Front Cover Aligner/Seal Installer (6139) in front engine cover seal area.
- Install cover retaining bolts, and tighten to specification. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Lubricate vibration damper retaining bolt before installation, and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .