Camshaft Oil Seal(S): Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Liberty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Clean and inspect sensor and target ring for excessive wear. Clean sensor face and always install a new spacer pad.

Shaft seal surface must be free of varnish, dirt or nicks. Polish with 400 grit paper if necessary.
Install camshaft seals into cylinder head using Special Tool MD-998306 until flush with head. See Fig 1.

Fig 1: Camshaft Seal - Installation
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1 - SPECIAL TOOL MD 998306
Install timing belt rear cover. (Refer to ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT / CHAIN COVER(S) - INSTALLATION)
NOTE: Target ring tab should provide positive snap-on fit on the camshaft.
Install exhaust camshaft target ring with the word FRONT facing forward.
Install exhaust camshaft sensor.
Install camshaft sprockets. Hold each sprocket with Special Tool 6847 and tighten center bolt to 101 N.m (75 ft. lbs.).
Install timing belt and front covers. (Refer to ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT/CHAIN AND SPROCKETS - INSTALLATION) and (Refer to ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT / CHAIN COVER(S) - INSTALLATION)