Cam Sprocket: Installation

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Install the cam sprocket.
Use the ST to lock the cam sprocket, and install the cam sprocket bolt.
NOTE: Do not confuse cam sprockets (LH) and (RH), and (INT) and (EXH) during installation.

ST 499977500 CAM SPROCKET WRENCH

Tightening torque:

Tighten to 30 N.m (3.1 kgf-m, 22.1 ft-lb) of torque, and then tighten further by 45°.

Fig 1: Removing Cam Sprocket Bolt Using Cam Sprocket Wrench (499977500)
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Attach the actuator covers of the intake and exhaust cam sprockets.
NOTE: Use new O-rings.

Tightening torque:

3.4 N.m (0.3 kgf-m, 2.5 ft-lb)
Install the timing belt. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Timing Belt. >
Install the timing belt cover. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Timing Belt Cover. >
Install the crank pulley. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Crank Pulley. >