Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Engine camshaft timing drive system has 2 different designs. Prior to performing repair procedures, refer to CAMSHAFT TIMING DRIVE DESIGN IDENTIFICATION . Ensure engine is in the correct stage (one or two).

Fig 1: Identifying Timing Chain Mark

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NOTE:

Ensure that the marks on the camshaft position actuator and the timing chain (1-4) are aligned.
DO NOT tighten the camshaft position actuator bolt at this time.

Locate the camshafts to the cylinder head and assemble the camshaft actuators to the camshafts.
Install the camshafts and the camshaft bearing caps. Refer to CAMSHAFT INSTALLATION - LEFT SIDE .
Remove the EN 46108.

Fig 2: Tightening Camshaft Position Actuators
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CAUTION: Refer to TORQUE REACTION AGAINST TIMING DRIVE CHAIN NOTICE .

NOTE: Use an open-end wrench at the camshaft hex to prevent camshaft/engine rotation.
Install and tighten the camshaft position actuators. Refer to CAMSHAFT POSITION ACTUATOR INSTALLATION - LEFT SIDE INTAKE (THIRD DESIGN) , CAMSHAFT POSITION ACTUATOR INSTALLATION - LEFT SIDE INTAKE (FOURTH DESIGN) , CAMSHAFT POSITION ACTUATOR INSTALLATION - LEFT SIDE EXHAUST (THIRD DESIGN) and CAMSHAFT POSITION ACTUATOR INSTALLATION - LEFT SIDE EXHAUST (FOURTH DESIGN) .
Install the intake camshaft position actuator solenoid. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
Install the camshaft sensors. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE and INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
Install the crankshaft balancer. Refer to CRANKSHAFT BALANCER INSTALLATION .
Install the camshaft cover. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
Install the lower intake manifold. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .