Inspection Procedure

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Fig 1: Identifying Engine Front Cover

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Inspect the exterior of the engine front cover for the following conditions:
- Damage to the camshaft position actuator valve oil seal bores (1)
- Damage to the engine front cover bolt holes (2)
- Damage and/or corrosion to the engine coolant passage (3)
- Dents or damage to the exterior (4)
- Damage to the crankshaft front oil seal bore (5)
- Gouges or damage to the water pump sealing surfaces (6)
- Damage to the water pump bolt hole threads (7)
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Engine Front Cover
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Inspect the interior of the engine front cover for the following conditions:
- Damage to the engine front cover bolt holes (1)
- Gouges or damage to the engine front cover sealing surfaces to the engine block (7), oil pan (5), and/or camshaft covers (2)
- Gouges or damage to the water pump seal area (3)
- Loose or damaged deadener plates (4)
- Damage and/or corrosion to the engine coolant passage (6)
- Damage to the crankshaft front oil seal bore
- Gouges or damage to the O-ring sealing areas
Repair or replace the engine front cover as necessary.

Reference: ENGINE FRONT COVER ASSEMBLE .