Engine Mechanical - 3.0L: Engine: Assembly
WARNING:
Eye protection is required to be worn during the use of compressed air. Failure to wear eye protection could result in possible personal injury.
- Clean gasket material, dirt and foreign material from the cylinder block. Wash the cylinder block with a suitable soap and water solution, and dry with compressed air.
- If removed, install the crankshaft key into the keyway on the crankshaft.
- Select the crankshaft main bearings for each crankshaft journal.
- Read the code on the crankshaft flange.
- Read the code on the cylinder block rear face.
- The first two numbers after the asterisk make up the code for main No. 1 and the next two numbers for main No. 2.
- Using the chart, choose a bearing for each main. Match the block and crankshaft code with its corresponding column or row, by reading across the "crankshaft" row and down the "block" column.
- For example: If the block code is *0609*0711* and the crankshaft code is *8480*8082*, main No. 1 should use grade 1 bearings, as determined by the intersection of the 06 block column and the 84 crankshaft row. Mains 2,3 and 4 should all be grade 2.
- Install the main bearings into the cylinder block.
- The first two numbers after the second asterisk make up the code for main No. 3 and the last two numbers for main No. 4.
- Install the main bearings into the lower cylinder block.
- Install the crankshaft thrust bearing.
- Apply SAE 5W-20 motor oil to the crankshaft main and rod bearing journals.
- Position the crankshaft in the cylinder block.
- Apply Silicone Gasket and Sealant to the cylinder block as shown.
- Position the lower cylinder block and install the bolts and studs.
- Tighten the bolts and studs in the sequence shown in four stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten fasteners 1-8 to 25 N.m (2.5 kgf.m , 18 ft.lbf).
- Stage 2: Tighten fasteners 9-19 to 40 N.m (4.1 kgf.m , 30 ft.lbf).
- Stage 3: Tighten fasteners 1-16 90 degrees.
- Stage 4: Tighten fasteners 17-22 to 25 N.m (2.5 kgf.m , 18 ft.lbf).
- Using the special tool, measure the crankshaft end play. Refer to CAMSHAFT - END PLAY .
- Using the special tool, install the crankshaft rear oil seal.
- Position the flexplate and install the bolts.
- Mount the engine on an engine stand.
- Apply SAE 5W-20 motor oil to the cylinder bores.
- Using the special tools, install the piston and connecting rod assemblies.
- Check connecting rod bearing clearance. Refer to CONNECTING ROD - BEARING JOURNAL CLEARANCE .
- Install the connecting rod caps and bolts.
- Tighten the bolts in two stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 23 N.m (2.3 kgf.m, 17 ft.lbf).
- Stage 2: Tighten to 43 N.m (4.4 kgf.m, 32 ft.lbf).
- Position the oil pump and install the bolts in the indicated sequence.
- Position the oil pan baffle and install the nuts.
- Tighten the nuts in two stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 5 N.m (0.5 kgf.m, 44 in. lbf).
- Stage 2: Tighten 45 degrees.
- Install a new O-ring seal on the oil pump screen and pick-up tube.
- Install the oil pump screen and pick up tube.
- Position the oil pump screen and pick up tube.
- Install the bolts.
- Install the nut.
- Tighten the nut in two stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 5 N.m (0.5 kgf.m , 44 in. lbf).
- Stage 2: Tighten 45 degrees.
- Install the power steering/engine support bracket.
- Install the oil separator.
- Install the two bolts.
- Position the LH and RH cylinder heads, gaskets, and install the bolts.
- Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown in six stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 40 N.m (4.1 kgf.m, 30 ft.lbf).
- Stage 2: Tighten to 90 N.m (9.2 kgf.m, 66 ft.lbf).
- Stage 3: Loosen one full turn.
- Stage 4: Tighten to 40 N.m (4.1 kgf.m , 30 ft.lbf).
- Stage 5: Tighten 90 degrees.
- Stage 6: Tighten 90 degrees.
- Install the crankshaft damper bolt and rotate the crankshaft keyway to the 3 o'clock position to locate Top Dead Center (TDC).
- Apply SAE 5W-20 motor oil to the LH and RH camshaft followers.
- Install the LH and RH camshaft followers.
- Apply SAE 5W-20 motor oil to the LH and RH camshafts.
- Install the LH and RH camshafts.
- Locate the camshafts as shown.
- Position the LH camshaft caps and install the bolts in the sequence shown.
- Position the RH camshaft caps and install the bolts in the sequence shown.
- Remove the crankshaft damper bolt.
- Install the crankshaft sprockets.
- Position the chain tensioner in a soft-jawed vise.
- Hold the chain tensioner ratchet lock mechanism away from the ratchet stem with a small pick.
- Slowly compress the timing chain tensioner.
- Retain the tensioner piston with a 1.5 mm (0.06 in) wire or paper clip.
- If timing marks on the timing chains are not evident, use a permanent-type marker to mark on the LH and RH timing chains.
- Mark any link to use as the crankshaft timing mark.
- Count 29 links counterclockwise from the crankshaft timing mark (including the starting link) and mark this link as the (LH chain Exhaust/RH chain Intake) cam sprocket timing mark.
- Continue counting counterclockwise to 42 and mark this link as the (LH chain Exhaust/RH chain Intake) sprocket timing mark
- Position the guide and install the bolts.
- Install the LH timing chain.
- Position number one on the crankshaft.
- Count twenty-nine links from the number one link. Position on the exhaust cam sprocket.
- Continue counting to forty-two and position link on intake sprocket timing mark.
- Install the LH timing chain tensioner and tensioner arm.
- Install the tensioner arm.
- Position the tensioner.
- Install the bolts.
- Install the crankshaft damper bolt and rotate the crankshaft keyway to the 3 o'clock position.
- Verify that the RH camshafts are correctly positioned.
- Install the RH timing chain.
- Align the marks on the timing chain with the marks on the camshaft and crankshaft sprockets.
- Install the RH timing chain guide and install the bolts.
- Install the RH timing chain tensioner and tensioner arm.
- Install the tensioner arm.
- Position the tensioner.
- Install the bolts.
- Remove the LH and RH timing chain tensioner piston retaining wires.
- Remove the crankshaft damper bolt.
- Verify the timing with the following steps.
- There should be 12 chain links between the front camshaft timing marks.
- There should be 27 chain links between the camshaft and crankshaft timing marks.
- There should be 30 chain links between the camshaft and crankshaft timing marks.
- Install the ignition pulse wheel.
- Install the special tool to hold the flexplate.
- Install three gaskets in the front cover.
- Apply a 6 mm (0.24 in) dot of silicone gasket and sealant to the cylinder block to lower cylinder block and cylinder head mating surfaces.
- Position the front cover and install the bolts and studs in the sequence shown.
- Using the special tool, install the crankshaft front oil seal.
- Apply a 10 mm (0.39 in) dot of silicone gasket and sealant to the front cover to cylinder block mating surface.
- Position the oil pan and gasket and loosely install the bolts and studs in the indicated sequence.
- Align the transaxle face of the oil pan with the rear of the cylinder block. The pan should be 0.00 mm (0.0 in)-0.25 mm (0.009 in) under flush. Assemblies that are between 0.26 (0.01 in) -0.50 mm (0.019 in) should be shimmed using either one or two 0.25 mm (0.009 in) gold shims. Assemblies that are between 0.51 mm (0.20 in) -0.75 mm (0.029 in) should be shimmed using either one or two 0.50 mm (0.019 in) silver shims. If the pan measures greater than 0.75 mm (0.029 in) or the pan is over flush of the cylinder block, the entire pan assembly must be removed and a new one installed.
- Tighten the oil pan bolts and studs in the sequence shown.
- Install a new seal on the oil level indicator tube.
- Install the oil level indicator tube and install the bolt.
- Apply silicone gasket and sealant to the end of the crankshaft damper keyway slot.
- Using the special tool, install the crankshaft vibration damper.
- Install the crankshaft vibration damper washer and bolt.
- Tighten the bolt in four stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 120 N.m (1.22 kgf.m , 89 ft.lbf).
- Stage 2: Loosen one full turn (360 degrees).
- Stage 3: Tighten to 50 N.m (5.1 kgf.m , 37 ft.lbf).
- Stage 4: Tighten to 90 N.m (9.2 kgf.m , 66 ft.lbf).
- Install new gaskets in the valve covers.
- Apply a 8 mm (0.31 in) dot of silicone gasket and sealant at the cylinder block to front cover mating surface of the LH and RH valve covers.
- Position the RH valve cover and install the bolts and studs in the sequence shown.
- Position the LH valve cover and install the bolts and studs in the sequence shown.
- Install the spark plugs.
- Install the six coil-on-plugs and install the bolts.
- Position the knock sensor and install the bolt.
- Remove the special tool.
- Position the coolant bypass tube and connect the hoses.
- Install the oil pressure sender and the block heater.
- Install the oil cooler.
- Install the radio ignition noise suppressor electrical connector.
- Install the generator support bracket.
- Install the power steering pump.
- Install the power steering pump pulley.
- Install the oil filter.
- Connect the coolant hoses at the oil cooler.
- Install the water pump assembly.
- Position a new gasket and tighten the LH exhaust manifold nuts in the sequence shown.
- Install the engine lift bracket.
- Position the gasket and install the lower intake manifold.
- Position and connect the engine control sensor wiring to the following components:
- Coils on plugs.
- Fuel injectors.
- Connect the radio interference capacitor.
- Connect the crankshaft and camshaft position sensor electrical connectors.
- Install new gaskets in the upper intake manifold.
- Install the upper intake manifold.
- Install and connect the engine control wire harness.
- Connect the coolant temperature sender and the oil pressure switch.
- Connect the vacuum line to the fuel pressure damper.
- Connect the engine control sensor wiring to the upper intake manifold.
- Connect the EGR vacuum regulator and the differential pressure feedback EGR electrical connectors.
- Install the PCV tube.
- Connect the Idle Air Control (IAC) valve and the Throttle Position (TP) sensor electrical connectors.
NOTE:
This procedure is for selecting bearings using a new crankshaft.
CAUTION:
The lower cylinder block must be installed and the bolts tightened within four minutes of applying the sealant.
CAUTION:
Fasteners No. 1, 5, 6, 7, 8 are studs. Fasteners No. 18-22 are M8 x 1.25 mm x 79.3 mm (0.05 in x 3.12 in) bolts. Fasteners No. 2-4, 17 are M8 x 1.25 mm x 95.3 mm (0.05 in x 3.75 in) bolts. Fasteners 9-16 are M10 x 1.5 mm x 106 mm (0.06 in x 4.17 in) bolts. The bolts and studs must be installed in the correct position or engine damage may result.
NOTE:
LH shown, RH similar.
CAUTION:
The camshaft followers must be installed in the original position.
NOTE:
RH shown, LH similar.
CAUTION:
Cylinder head camshaft journal caps and cylinder heads are numbered to verify that they are assembled in their original positions.
NOTE:
LH shown, RH similar.
NOTE:
LH shown, RH similar.
CAUTION:
During tensioner compression, do not release the ratchet stem until the tensioner piston is fully bottomed in its bore or damage to the ratchet stem will result.
CAUTION:
This pulse wheel is used in several different engines. Install the pulse wheel with the keyway in the slot stamped 20-25-34Y-30M (Color Blue).
NOTE:
The front cover must be installed and the bolts tightened within six minutes of sealant application.
Fig 45: Applying Silicone Gasket & Sealant To Cylinder Block-To-Lower Cylinder Block & Cylinder Head Mating Surfaces
NOTE:
Fasteners No. 1, 3, 4, 8, 10, 11, 14, 15 and 16 are studs.
NOTE:
The oil pan must be installed and the bolts tightened within six minutes of sealant application.
NOTE:
The crankshaft damper must be installed and the bolt tightened with in six minutes of sealant application.
NOTE:
The valve cover must be installed and the bolts and studs tightened with in six minutes of sealant application.
NOTE:
LH shown, RH similar.
Fig 56: Applying Silicone Gasket & Sealant At Cylinder Block-To-Front Cover Mating Surface Of Valve Covers
NOTE:
RH shown, LH similar.
NOTE:
RH shown, LH similar.
NOTE:
Apply a light film of silicone brake caliper grease and dielectric compound to the interior of the spark plug boot prior to installation.