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Removal and Installation: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
CAUTION: Do not reuse O-rings.
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1.

High pressure fuel pump camshaft

2.

Intake camshaft sprocket (bank 2)

3.

Exhaust camshaft sprocket (bank 2)

4.

Timing chain (bank 2)

5.

Slack guide (bank 2)

6.

Chain oil jet (bank 2)

7.

Timing chain tensioner (bank 2)

8.

Crankshaft sprocket (bank 2 side)

9.

Crankshaft sprocket (bank 1 side)

10.

Chain oil jet (bank 1)

11.

Tension guide (bank 1)

12.

Timing chain (bank 1)

13.

Exhaust camshaft sprocket (bank 1)

14.

Intake camshaft sprocket (bank 1)

15.

Timing chain tensioner (bank 1)

16.

Slack guide (bank 1)

17.

Tension guide (bank 2)

18.

Dowel pin

A.

Matching mark (white link)

B.

Matching mark (punched)

C.

Matching mark (outer groove)

D.

Matching mark (yellow link)

E.

Matching mark (notched)

F.

Matching mark (orange link)

G.

Crankshaft key
NOTE:
  • The above figure shows the relationship between the matching mark on each timing chain and that on the corresponding sprocket, with the components installed.
  • Parts with an identification mark (R or L) should be installed on the corresponding bank according to the mark.
    • Intake camshaft sprocket, exhaust camshaft sprocket
    • Tension guide
    • Slack guide
  • To install timing chain and related parts, start with those on bank 2. The procedure for installing parts on bank 1 is omitted because it is the same as that for installation on bank 2.
  1. Check that crankshaft key (1) and dowel pin (A) of each camshaft are located as shown in the figure.
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    Camshaft dowel pin

    : At cylinder head upper face side in each bank

    Crankshaft key

    : At cylinder head upper face side in bank 1
    NOTE: Though camshaft does not stop at the position as shown in the figure, for the placement of cam nose, it is generally accepted camshaft is placed for the same direction of the figure.
  2. Install camshaft sprockets (INT and EXH).
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    • Install onto correct side by checking with identification mark (A) on surface.

    Exhaust side:

    • Secure the hexagonal portion of exhaust camshaft using a suitable tool to tighten bolt. Refer to Exploded View .

    Intake side:

    • Secure the hexagonal portion (located in between journal No. 1 and journal No. 2) of drive shaft (A) using a suitable tool (B) to tighten bolt. Refer to Exploded View .
      GNSJPBIA2302Z-302Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

      SYMBOL

      : Engine front
      NOTE: The figure shows an example of bank 2.
  3. Install high pressure fuel pump camshaft and tighten bolts in the sequence shown to the specified torque.
    GNSALBIA2983Z-983Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

    High pressure fuel pump camshaft bolts

    : 12.4 N.m (1.3 kg-m, 9 ft-lb)
  4. Install timing chains as per the following:
    1. Install crankshaft sprockets for both banks.
      • Install each crankshaft sprocket so that its flange side (the larger diameter side without teeth) (A) faces in the direction shown in the figure.
        GNSJPBIA3542Z-542Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

        (1)

        : Crankshaft sprocket (bank 1 side)

        (2)

        : Crankshaft sprocket (bank 2 side)
        NOTE: The same parts are used but facing directions are different.
    2. Install timing chains.
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      Bank 2 (G):

      • Install timing chain so that the matching mark (punched) (B) and the matching mark (outer groove) (C) on camshaft sprocket is aligned with the white link (A) on timing chain, while the matching mark (punched) (B) on crankshaft sprocket is aligned with the yellow link (D) one on timing chain, as shown in the figure.

      Bank 1 (H):

      • Install timing chain so that the matching mark (punched) (B) and the matching mark (outer groove) (C) on camshaft sprocket is aligned with the white link (A) on timing chain, while the matching mark (notched) (E) on crankshaft sprocket is aligned with the orange link (F) one on timing chain, as shown in the figure.
  5. Install slack guides and tension guides onto correct side by checking with identification mark (A) on surface.
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    (1)

    : Slack guide (bank 2)

    (2)

    : Tension guide (bank 2)

    (3)

    : Slack guide (bank 1)

    (4)

    : Tension guide (bank 1)
    CAUTION: Do not overtighten slack guide bolt (2). It is normal for a gap (A) to exist under the bolt seats when bolt are tightened to the specification.
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    (1)

    : Slack guide

    (3)

    : Cylinder block
  6. Install timing chain tensioner as per the following:
    1. Fix the plunger at the most compressed position using a suitable tool (A).
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      • Remove any dirt and foreign materials completely from the back and the mounting surfaces of timing chain tensioner.
    2. Install chain tensioner and tighten bolts and then remove suitable tool to release plunger.
  7. Check again that the matching marks on sprockets and timing chain have not slipped out of alignment.
  8. Install oil pump. Refer to Exploded View .
  9. Install the oil pump drive spacer as follows:
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    • When inserting the oil pump drive spacer, align the crankshaft key and the flat face of the inner rotor.
    • If they are not aligned, rotate the oil pump inner rotor by hand.
    • Make sure that each part is aligned and tap lightly until it reaches the end.
  10. Install front oil seal on front cover. Refer to Removal and Installation .
  11. Install timing chain tensioner cover (2) to front cover (1).
    GNSJPBIA2113Z-113Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

    a

    : 3.4 - 4.4 mm (0.134 - 0.173 in)
  12. Install oil filter (for valve timing control solenoid valve) (1) in the direction shown in the figure, if removed.
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    • Check that the oil filter does not protrude from the upper surface of front cover (2) after installation.
  13. Install front cover as per the following:
    1. Install new O-ring (1), (2), (3) onto cylinder heads and cylinder block.
      GNSJPBIA3473Z-473Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION: Do not reuse O-rings.
    2. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket with a suitable tool to front cover as shown in the figure.
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      Use Genuine RTV silicone sealant or equivalent. Refer to Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants .

      (A)

      : Junction between cylinder block and cylinder head

      (B)

      : Protrusion

      (C)

      : 4.3 - 5.3 mm (0.169 - 0.209 in)

      (D)

      : 3.4 - 4.4 mm (0.134 - 0.173 in)

      (E)

      : 4.0 - 5.6 mm (0.157 - 0.220 in)

      (F)

      : 4.8 - 5.8 mm (0.189 - 0.228 in)
    3. Check again that the matching marks on timing chain and that on each sprocket are aligned. Then, install front cover.
      CAUTION: Be careful not to damage front oil seal by interference with front end of crankshaft.
    4. Tighten bolts in the sequence shown to the specified torque.
      GNSJPBIA3478Z-478Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

      Front cover bolts

      : 12.8 N.m (1.3 kg-m, 9 ft-lb)
      • There are three types of bolts.
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        (A)

        : 20 mm (0.79 in)

        (B)

        : 50 mm (1.97 in)

        (C)

        : 80 mm (3.15 in)
    5. After all bolts are tightened, retighten them in the sequence shown to the specified torque.
      CAUTION: Be sure to wipe out any excessive liquid gasket leaking onto surface mating with oil pan.
  14. Install valve timing control cover as per the following:
    • Bolt (A) of fuel pump connector protector (1) cannot be installed after installing valve timing control cover. Therefore, install fuel pump connector protector in advance, if it is being removed.
      GNSJPBIA3500Z-500Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    1. Install new O-rings (1) on front cover.
      GNSJPBIA3477Z-477Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION: Do not reuse O-rings.
    2. Install new seal rings (1) in shaft grooves.
      GNSJSBIA7375Z-375Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
      CAUTION: When replacing seal ring, replace all rings with new ones.
    3. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket with a suitable tool to valve timing control covers as shown.
      GNSJSBIA7376Z-376Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

      Use Genuine RTV silicone sealant or equivalent. Refer to Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants .

      (A)

      : Bank 1

      (B)

      : Bank 2

      (C)

      : 3.4 - 4.4 mm (0.134 - 0.173 in)
    4. Being careful not to move seal ring from the installation groove, align dowel pins on front cover with dowel pin holes (C) to install valve timing control covers.
      GNSJSBIA7283Z-283Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

      (A)

      : Bank 2

      (B)

      : Bank 1
    5. Tighten bolts in the sequence shown to the specified torque.

      VTC cover bolts

      : 11.3 N.m (1.2 kg-m, 8 ft-lb)
  15. Install camshaft position sensor and valve timing control solenoid valve (RH and LH) to valve timing control cover, if removed.
    • Be sure to tighten bolts with flanges completely seated.
  16. Install oil pan (upper). Refer to Exploded View .
  17. Install oil pan (lower) and oil strainer. Refer to Exploded View .
  18. Install water pump pulley. Refer to Exploded View .
  19. Install crankshaft pulley.
    1. Install crankshaft pulley, taking care not to damage front oil seal.
    2. Apply engine oil onto threaded parts of crankshaft pulley bolt and seating area.
      • Lightly tapping its center with plastic hammer, insert crankshaft pulley.
        CAUTION: Do not tap crankshaft pulley on the side surface where belt is installed (outer circumference).
    3. Tighten crankshaft pulley bolt.

      Crankshaft pulley bolt

      : 205 N.m (21 kg-m, 151 ft-lb)
    4. Put a paint mark (A) on crankshaft pulley (1) aligning with angle mark (B) on crankshaft pulley bolt.
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    5. Tighten crankshaft pulley bolt (clockwise).

      Angle tightening

      : 90 deg. +6 deg./-0 deg.
      • Check the tightening angle by referencing to the notches. The angle between two notches is 90 degrees.
  20. Rotate crankshaft pulley in normal direction (clockwise when viewed from engine front) to confirm it turns smoothly.
  21. Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order of removal.
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