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Engine Timing Cover(s) - Installation






INSTALLATION

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1. Clean the engine timing cover and engine block surface.

NOTE: Always install a new gasket when servicing the engine timing cover.

2. Verify that the engine timing cover slide bushings (1) remain located in the engine timing cover.





3. Using a new gasket, install the engine timing cover and tighten the retaining bolts to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).

NOTE: The large lifting stud is torqued to 55 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).

4. Tighten the large lifting stud to 55 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).





5. Raise and support the vehicle.
6. Install the oil pump pickup tube (2) and the oil pan Engine Oil Pan - Installation.
7. Install the lower radiator hose and clamp.





8. Assemble the (10387) as follows:
1. Install the threaded shaft (1) onto the crankshaft (3) till its seated.
2. Position the crankshaft damper onto the crankshaft.
3. Install the thrust washer.
4. Install the roller bearing onto the threaded shaft making sure the hardened bearing surface is facing away from the crankshaft.
5. Install the washer.
6. Install the nut onto the threaded shaft.





9. Using the crankshaft Damper Installer (1) press the vibration damper (2) onto the crankshaft Vibration Damper - Installation.
10. Install the crankshaft damper bolt and tighten to 176 Nm (129 ft. lbs.).





11. Install the generator Generator - Installation.





12. Install the A/C compressor A/C Compressor - Installation.





13. Position the power steering pump, align the pump (1) with the mounting holes on the engine.
14. Install the three power steering pump mounting bolts (2) through access holes in the pulley (3) and tighten to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).





15. Install the accessory drive belt tensioner assembly (8) and idler pulley (6).
16. Install the accessory drive belt (2) Serpentine Accessory Drive Belt - Installation.
17. Install the oil dipstick tube and retaining nut.





18. Install the cooling fan Cooling Fan - Installation.





19. Connect the camshaft position sensor electrical connector (1).





20. Install the heater tube (3) into of the water pump.
21. Install the heater tube retaining bolt (1) and tighten to 12 Nm (9 ft. lbs.).
22. Connect the coolant temperature sensor electrical connector (2).





23. Install the oil cooler hose (4) and clamp (3).
24. Install the upper radiator hose (2) and clamp (1).





25. Install the intake manifold Intake Manifold - Installation.
26. Fill the cooling system with the specified type and amount of engine coolant Service and Repair.
27. Fill the crankcase with the specified type and amount of engine oil Service and Repair.





28. Connect the negative battery cable (1).





29. Install the engine covers (1).
30. Perform the Refrigerant System Charge procedure Refrigerant System Charge.
31. Start the engine and check for leaks.