Chain Cover: Installation

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Install the O-rings to cylinder head RH, cylinder head LH, cylinder block LH and oil pan upper.
NOTE:
- Use new O-rings.
- Apply a coat of engine oil to the O-rings.
  
  Fig 1: Removing/Installing Cylinder Head And Block O-Rings
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Apply liquid gasket if there are gaps between cylinder head and cylinder block (A) as shown.
Liquid gasket:

THREE BOND 1217G (Part No. K0877Y0100) or equivalent

Fig 2: Applying Liquid Gasket On Gaps Between Cylinder Head And Cylinder Block
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Apply liquid gasket to the chain cover mating surface and center boss (5 places) as shown in the figure.
NOTE:
- Before applying liquid gasket, degrease the old liquid gasket seal surface of the engine and chain cover.
- Install within 5 min. after applying liquid gasket.
Liquid gasket:

THREE BOND 1217G (Part No. K0877Y0100) or equivalent

Liquid gasket applying diameter:

4±0.5 mm (0.1575±0.0197 in)

Fig 3: Identifying Liquid Gasket Applying Areas On Chain Cover Mating Surface And Center Boss
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Set the chain cover, and tighten the bolts in numerical order as shown in the figure.
Tightening torque:

T1: 10 N.m (1.0 kgf-m, 7.4 ft-lb)

T2: 25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)

Fig 4: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Chain Cover Mounting Bolts
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Install the idler pulley (C) and oil level gauge guide (B), and insert the oil level gauge (A).
NOTE:
- Use a new O-ring to the oil level gauge guide.
- Apply a light coat of engine oil to the O-rings of the oil level gauge guide and the oil level gauge.
Tightening torque:

T1: 6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)

T2: 36 N.m (3.7 kgf-m, 26.6 ft-lb)

Fig 5: Locating Oil Level Gauge Guide And Idler Pulley Bolts With Torque Specifications
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Connect the terminal (A) to the oil pressure switch, and connector (B) to the engine oil temperature sensor, and connector (C) to the oil control solenoid LH, and connector (D) to the camshaft position sensor LH, and secure the engine harness with clip (E) and clip (F).
NOTE: The oil pressure switch harness must be positioned toward the left lower side of the vehicle within the range of 90°.

Fig 6: Positioning Of Oil Pressure Switch Harness From Vehicle Left Side
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Tightening torque:

1.5 N.m (0.2 kgf-m, 1.1 ft-lb)

Fig 7: Identifying Oil Pressure Switch And Oil Control Solenoid, Connectors And Clips
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Attach the rubber cap to the oil pressure switch.

Fig 8: Locating Oil Level Switch Rubber Cap
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Connect the connector (A) to the oil control solenoid RH, and the connector (B) to the camshaft position sensor RH, and secure the engine harness with clip (C) and clip (D).

Fig 9: Identifying Camshaft Position Sensor And Oil Control Solenoid Connectors And Clips
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Install the engine harness stay to the chain cover.
Tightening torque:

6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)

Fig 10: Locating Engine Harness Stay Mounting Bolts
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Install the crank pulley. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Crank Pulley. >
Install the water pump pulley. < Refer to WATER PUMP , INSTALLATION, Water Pump. >
Fill engine oil. < Refer to REPLACEMENT , Engine Oil. >
When working on the vehicle
NOTE: When working on the vehicle, perform the following steps also.
1. Install the radiator. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Radiator. >
2. Install the front exhaust pipe. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Front Exhaust Pipe. >
3. Install the generator cord stay to the chain cover.
  NOTE: Install the generator cord stay so that the folded end (A) touches at the chain cover boss.
  
  Tightening torque:
  
  6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)
  
  Fig 11: Locating Generator Cord Stay Mounting Bolts
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4. Install the power steering pump.
  1. Set the power steering pump to the engine, and tighten the bolts in numerical order as shown in the figure.
    Tightening torque:
    
    36 N.m (3.7 kgf-m, 26.6 ft-lb)
    
    Fig 12: Power Steering Pump Bolts Tightening Sequence
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  2. Connect the connector to the power steering pump switch.
    
    Fig 13: Locating Power Steering Pump Switch Connector
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  3. Install the generator. < Refer to INSTALLATION , Generator. >
  4. Install the V-belts. < Refer to INSTALLATION , V-belt. >