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Timing Chain: Reassembly

  1. The key(A) of crankshaft should be aligned with the timing mark(B) of timing chain cover. As a result of this, the piston of No.1 cylinder is placed at the top dead center on compression stroke.
    Fig 1: Identifying Key And Timing Mark On Timing Chain Cover
    G07767778
  2. Install tensioner adapter assembly(A).
    Fig 2: Identifying Tensioner Adapter Assembly
    G07767779
  3. Install crankshaft sprocket(A)(LH camshaft drive).
    Fig 3: Identifying Crankshaft Sprocket (LH Camshaft Drive)
    G07767780
  4. Install LH timing chain guide(A).

    Tightening torque 

    19.60 ~ 24.50Nm(2.0 ~ 2.5kgf.m, 14.17 ~ 18.08lb-ft)

    Fig 4: Identifying LH Timing Chain Guide
    G07767781
  5. Install LH timing chain.

    To install the timing chain with no slack between each shaft (cam, crank), follow the below procedure.

    Crankshaft sprocket(A) → Timing chain guide(B) → Exhaust camshaft sprocket(C) → Intake camshaft sprocket (D).

    The timing mark of each sprockets should be matched with timing mark (color link) of timing chain at installing timing chain.

    Fig 5: Identifying Timing Mark On Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket And Intake Camshaft Sprocket
    G07767782
  6. Install LH timing chain tensioner arm(B).

    Tightening torque 

    18.62 ~ 21.56Nm(1.9 ~ 2.2kgf.m, 13.74 ~ 15.91lb-ft)

  7. Install chain tensioner(A).

    Tightening torque 

    9.80 ~ 11.76Nm(1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68lb-ft)

    Fig 6: Identifying LH Timing Chain Tensioner Arm And Chain Tensioner
    G07767783
  8. Install LH cam-to-cam guide(A).

    Tightening torque 

    9.80 ~ 11.76Nm(1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68lb-ft)

    Fig 7: Identifying LH Cam-To-Cam Guide
    G07767784
  9. Install crankshaft sprocket(A)(O/P&RH camshaft drive).
    Fig 8: Identifying Crankshaft Sprocket (O/P And RH Camshaft Drive)
    G07767785
  10. Install oil pump chain(B) and oil pump sprocket(A).

    Tightening torque 

    18.62 ~ 21.56Nm(1.9 ~ 2.2kgf.m, 13.74 ~ 15.91lb-ft)

    Fig 9: Identifying Oil Pump Chain And Oil Pump Sprocket With Mounting Bolt
    G07767786
  11. Install RH timing chain guide(A).

    Tightening torque 

    19.60 ~ 24.50Nm(2.0 ~ 2.5kgf.m, 14.17 ~ 18.08lb-ft)

    Fig 10: Identifying RH Timing Chain Guide
    G07767787
  12. Install RH timing chain.

    To install the timing chain with no slack between each shaft (cam, crank), follow the below procedure.

    Crankshaft sprocket(A) → Intake camshaft sprocket(B) → Exhaust camshaft sprocket(C).

    The timing mark of each sprockets should be matched with timing mark (color link) of timing chain at installing timing chain.

    Fig 11: Identifying Timing Mark On Crankshaft Sprocket
    G07767788
    Fig 12: Identifying Timing Mark On Intake Camshaft Sprocket And Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket
    G07767789
  13. Install RH timing chain tensioner arm(B).
  14. Install RH timing chain auto tensioner(A).

    Tightening torque 

    9.80 ~ 11.76Nm(1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68lb-ft)

    Fig 13: Identifying RH Timing Chain Auto Tensioner And RH Timing Chain Tensioner Arm
    G07767790
  15. Install RH cam-to-cam guide(A).

    Tightening torque 

    9.80 ~ 11.76Nm(1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68lb-ft)

    Fig 14: Identifying RH Cam-To-Cam Guide
    G07767791
  16. Install oil pump chain guide(A).

    Tightening torque 

    9.80 ~ 11.76Nm(1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68lb-ft)

    Fig 15: Identifying Oil Pump Chain Guide
    G07767792
  17. Install oil pump chain tensioner assembly(A).

    Tightening torque 

    9.80 ~ 11.76Nm(1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68lb-ft)

    Fig 16: Identifying Oil Pump Chain Tensioner Assembly
    G07767793
  18. Pull out the pins of hydraulic tensioner (LH&RH).
  19. Install oil pump chain cover(A).

    Tightening torque 

    9.80 ~ 11.76Nm(1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68lb-ft)

    Fig 17: Identifying Oil Pump Chain Cover With Mounting Bolts
    G07767794
  20. After rotating crankshaft 2 revolutions in regular direction(clockwise viewed from front), confirm the timing mark.
    NOTE: Always turn the crankshaft clockwise.
  21. Install timing chain cover.
    1. The sealant locations on chain cover and on counter parts (cylinder head, cylinder block, and lower oil pan) must be free of engine oil and ETC.
    2. Before assembling the timing chain cover, the liquid sealant TB1217H should be applied on the gap between cylinder head and cylinder block

      The part must be assembled within 5 minutes after sealant was applied.

      Bead width: 2.5mm(0.1in.)

      Fig 18: Identifying Timing Chain Cover
      G07767795
    3. After applying liquid sealant TB1217H on timing chain cover.

      The part must be assembled within 5 minutes after sealant was applied.

      Sealant should be applied without discontinuity.

      Sealant should also be applied all around the two holes of the dowel pins.

      Bead width: 2.5mm(0.1in.)

      Fig 19: Identifying Timing Chain Cover Liquid Sealant TB1217H Applying Dimensions
      G07767796
    4. Install the new gasket(A) to the timing chain cover.
      Fig 20: Identifying Timing Chain Cover Gasket
      G07767797
    5. The dowel pins on the cylinder block and holes on the timing chain cover should be used as a reference in order to assemble the timing chain cover to be in exact position.

      Tightening torque 

      B(17): 18.62 ~ 21.56Nm(1.9 ~ 2.2kgf.m, 13.74 ~ 15.91lb-ft)

      C(4): 9.80 ~ 11.76Nm(1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68lb-ft)

      D(1): 58.80 ~ 68.80Nm(6.0 ~ 7.0kgf.m, 43.40 ~ 50.63lb-ft)

      E(1): 58.80 ~ 68.80Nm(6.0 ~ 7.0kgf.m, 43.40 ~ 50.63lb-ft)

      F(2): 24.50 ~ 26.46Nm(2.5 ~ 2.7kgf.m, 18.08 ~ 19.53lb-ft)

      G(4): 21.56 ~ 23.52Nm(2.2 ~ 2.4kgf.m, 15.91 ~ 17.36lb-ft)

      H(1): 9.80 ~ 11.76Nm(1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68lb-ft)

      I(1): 9.80 ~ 11.76Nm(1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68lb-ft)

      J(1): 9.80 ~ 11.76Nm(1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68lb-ft)

      K(4): 9.80 ~ 11.76Nm(1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68lb-ft)

      L(1): 21.56 ~ 26.46Nm(2.2 ~ 2.7kgf.m, 15.91 ~ 19.53lb-ft) - New bolt

      Fig 21: Identifying Cylinder Block Mounting Dowel Pins Tightening Sequence
      G07767798
    6. The firing and/or blow out test should not be performed within 30 minutes after the timing chain cover was assembled.
  22. Using SST(09231-3C100), install timing chain cover oil seal.
    Fig 22: Installing Timing Chain Cover Oil Seal Using SST (09231-3C100)
    G07767799
  23. Install lower oil pan.
    1. Using a gasket scraper, remove all the old packing material from the gasket surfaces.
    2. Before assebling the oil pan, the liquid sealant TB1217H should be applied on oil pan.

      The part must be assembled within 5 minutes after the sealant was applied.

      Bead width: 2.5mm(0.1in.).

      Fig 23: Identifying Lower Oil Pan Sealant Applying Area
      G07767800
      CAUTION:
      • Make clean the sealing face before assembling two parts.
      • Remove harmful foreign matters on the sealing face before applying sealant.
      • When applying sealant gasket, sealant must not be protruded into the inside of oil pan.
      • To prevent leakage of oil, apply sealant gasket to the inner threads of the bolt holes.
    3. Install oil pan(A).

    Uniformly tighten the bolts in several passes.

    Tightening torque 

    9.80 ~ 11.76Nm(1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68lb-ft)

    Fig 24: Identifying Oil Pan Mounting Bolts
    G07767801
  24. Using SST(09231-3C300) install crankshaft damper pulley(A).

    Tightening torque 

    284.2 ~ 303.8Nm(29.0 ~ 31.0kgf.m, 209.76 ~ 224.22lb-ft)

    Fig 25: Identifying Crankshaft Damper Pulley
    G07767802
    Fig 26: Installing Crankshaft Damper Pulley Using SST (09231-3C300)
    G07767803
  25. Install cylinder head cover.
  1. The hardening sealant located on the upper area between timing chain cover and cylinder head should be removed before assembling cylinder head cover.
  2. After applying sealant(TB1217H), it should be assembled within 5 minutes. Bead width: 2.5mm(0.1in.)
    Fig 27: Identifying Cylinder Head Cover Sealant Applying Area
    G07767804
  3. The firing and/or blow out test should not be performed within 30 minutes after the cylinder head cover was assembled.
  4. Install the cylinder head cover bolts as following method.

    Tightening torque 

    9.80 ~ 11.76Nm(1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68lb-ft)

    Fig 28: Identifying Cylinder Head Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence
    G07767805
    CAUTION: Do not reuse cylinder head cover gasket.
  5. Install ignition coil
  6. Connect RH ignition coil connector(A), condenser connector(B) and install wiring bracket(C).
    Fig 29: Identifying RH Ignition Coil Connector, Condenser Connector And Wiring Bracket
    G07767806
  7. Install connector bracket from LH cylinder head cover.