Timing Chain Cover Removal and Installation: Installation

Reverse removal sequence to install timing chain cover (1) noting the following points.

1. Apply sealant "A" and "B" to area as shown in figure.

   "A": Sealant 99000-31250

   "B": Sealant 99000-31140

   Sealant amount for timing chain cover 

   Width "a": 3 mm (0.12 in.)

   Height "b": 2 mm (0.08 in.)

   Fig 1: Installing Timing Chain Cover

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2. Apply engine oil to oil seal lip, then install timing chain cover (1). Tighten bolts and nut to specified torque.
   NOTE: Before installing timing chain cover, check that pin is securely fitted.

   Tightening torque 

   Timing chain cover bolt and nut (a): 11 N.m (1.1 kg-m 8.0 lb-ft)

   Fig 2: Installing Timing Chain Bolt & Nut

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3. Install generator belt idler pulley (1). Tighten nut to specified torque.

   Tightening torque 

   Generator belt idler pulley nut (a): 42 N.m (4.2 kg-m, 30.5 lb-ft)

4. Install generator belt tensioner (2). Tighten bolts to specified torque.

   Tightening torque 

   Generator belt tensioner bolt (b): 25 N.m (2.5 kg-m, 18.5 lb-ft)

5. Install water pump pulley (3).
   Fig 3: Installing Water Pump Pulley

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6. Install A/C compressor bracket (1) if equipped. Tighten bracket bolts to specified torque.

   Tightening torque 

   A/C compressor bracket bolt (a): 55 N.m (5.5 kg-m, 40.0 lb-ft)

   Fig 4: Installing A/C Compressor Bracket

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7. Install cylinder head cover. Refer toCylinder Head Cover Removal and Installation .
8. Install oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan and Oil Pump Strainer Removal and Installation .
9. Install crankshaft pulley. To lock crankshaft pulley (1), use special tool (camshaft pulley holder) with it as shown in figure.

   Special tool 

   (A): 09917-68221

   NOTE: Be sure to use the following bolts instead of pins for fixing special tool to crank pulley. Bolt size: M8, P1.25 L = 25 mm (0.98 in.)
   Strength: 7T

   Tightening torque 

   Crankshaft pulley bolt (a): 150 N.m (15.0 kg-m, 108.5 lb-ft)

   Fig 5: Installing Crankshaft Pulley

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10. Install engine assembly to vehicle. Refer to Engine Assembly Removal and Installation .