Timing/Chain And Sprockets: Installation

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Fig 1: Tensioner Shoe And Pin

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If tensioner (1) assembly is being replaced, install tensioner and mounting bolts. Torque bolts to 28 N.m (250 in. lbs.).
Retract tensioner (2) if required.
CAUTION: The timing chain must be installed with the single plated link aligned with the dot and or paint marking on the camshaft sprocket. The crankshaft sprocket is aligned with the dot and or paint marking on the sprocket between two plated timing chain links.

CAUTION: The camshaft pin and the slot in the cam sprocket must be clocked at 12:00. The crankshaft keyway must be clocked at 2:00. The crankshaft sprocket must be installed so that the dots and or paint marking is at 6:00.
Place both camshaft sprocket and crankshaft sprocket on the bench with timing marks on exact imaginary center line through both camshaft and crankshaft bores.
Place timing chain around both sprockets.
Lift sprockets and chain (keep sprockets tight against the chain in position as shown in Fig 1).
Slide both sprockets (2,3) evenly over their respective shafts and check alignment of timing marks.
Install the camshaft bolt. Tighten the bolt to 122 N.m (90 ft. lbs.) torque.

Fig 2: 5.7L TIMING MARK ALIGNMENT
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Remove tensioner pin. (1) Again, verify alignment of timing marks.

Fig 3: Camshaft Sprockets
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Fig 4: Removing/Installing Oil Pump
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Install the oil pump. (Refer to PUMP-ENGINE OIL ).
Install the oil pan and pick up. (Refer to PAN-ENGINE OIL or PAN-ENGINE OIL-AWD .

Fig 5: FRONT COVER SLIDE BUSHINGS
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Install the timing chain cover. (Refer to COVER-TIMING CASE ).
Refill engine oil.
Fill cooling system (Refer to COOLING .
Connect battery negative cable.
Start engine and check for oil and coolant leaks.