Timing Cover: Service and Repair
Engine Front Cover ReplacementRemoval Procedure
1. Remove the water pump.
2. Remove the crankshaft balancer.
3. Remove the oil pan.
4. Remove the engine shield bolts and shield.
5. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connector (5).
6. Remove the CKP sensor bolt and sensor.
7. Remove and discard the CKP sensor O-ring seal.
8. Remove the front cover bolts.
9. Remove and discard the front cover.
Important:
After the composite front cover is removed do not reinstall the front cover. Always install a NEW front cover.
10. Clean all sealing surfaces.
Installation Procedure
1. Install a NEW front cover.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the front cover bolts.
^ Tighten the bolts to 12 Nm (106 inch lbs.).
3. Lubricate a NEW CKP sensor O-ring seal with clean engine oil.
Important:
DO NOT reuse the original CKP sensor O-ring seal.
4. Install the NEW O-ring seal onto the CKP sensor.
5. Install the CKP sensor and bolt.
^ Tighten the bolt to 8 Nm (71 inch lbs.).
Important:
When installing the CKP sensor, make sure the sensor is fully seated before tightening the bolt. A poorly seated sensor may perform erratically and may set false DTCs.
6. Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector (5).
7. Install the engine shield and bolts.
^ Tighten the bolts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the oil pan.
9. Install the crankshaft balancer.
10. Install the water pump.