Removal [12/2013 - 11/2016]: Procedure

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REMOVE OIL PAN SUB-ASSEMBLY
Refer to REMOVAL [12/2013 - 11/2016]

REMOVE TIMING CHAIN COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

Remove the 23 bolts and 2 nuts shown in the illustration.

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Nut

Remove the timing chain cover sub-assembly by prying between the timing chain cover sub-assembly and cylinder head sub-assembly or cylinder block sub-assembly with a screwdriver.

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*a	Protective Tape

NOTE:

Be careful not to damage the contact surfaces of the cylinder head sub-assembly, cylinder block sub-assembly and timing chain cover sub-assembly.

HINT:

Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

Remove the gasket.

REMOVE TIMING CHAIN CASE OIL SEAL

Using a screwdriver, pry out the timing chain case oil seal.

*a	Protective Tape
*b	Wooden Block

HINT:

Tape the screwdriver tip before use.