Removal And Installation (Primary Timing Chain Tensioner): Installation

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Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

When installing primary timing chain tensioner, push in plunger and keep it pressed in with stopper pin.
Remove any dirt and foreign materials completely from the back and the mounting surfaces of primary timing chain tensioner.
After installation, pull out stopper pin.
When installing the IVT control valve covers perform the following steps.

Install IVT control valve covers as follows:
1. Install new collared O-rings in front timing chain case oil hole (left and right sides).
  
  Fig 1: Locating O-Ring
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
2. Install new seal rings on the IVT control covers.
3. Apply Silicone RTV Sealant to the IVT control covers.
  - Use Genuine Silicone RTV Sealant, or equivalent. Refer to RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS .
    
    Fig 2: Identifying Seal Rings On IVT Control Covers
    Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  - Being careful not to move the seal ring from the installation groove, align the dowel pins on the chain case with the holes to install the IVT control covers.
  - Tighten the intake valve timing control cover bolts in the order as shown.
    Intake valve timing control cover bolts : 11.3 N.m (1.2 kg-m, 100 in-lb)
    
    Fig 3: Locating Left And Right Dowel Holes
    Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.