Chain Cover: Assembly

Install the manual valve detent spring.

Fig 1: Installing Manual Valve Detent Spring
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Measure the distance that the center bimetal element pin protrudes from the chain cover.

Fig 2: Measuring Distance Between Center Bimetal Element Pin and Chain Cover
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Install the bimetal element and the retaining collars.

Fig 3: Installing Bimetal Element And Retaining Collars
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Using the special tool, gently tap the retaining collar onto the pin until it seats against the tool edge.

Fig 4: Taping Retaining Collar Onto Pin
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Using the special tool, gently tap the retaining collar onto the pin until it seats against the tool edge.

Fig 5: Taping Retaining Collar Onto Pin
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Remove the slotted end of the bimetal element and install the thermostat plate over the end and middle pins.

Fig 6: Removing Slotted End Of Bimetal Element
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Install the slotted end of the bimetal element under the retaining ring.

Fig 7: Removing Slotted End Of Bimetal Element Under Retaining Ring
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NOTE: Coat the new seals with petroleum jelly.

Fig 8: Removing Seals On Accumulator Pistons

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CAUTION: Do not allow the pistons to cock in their bores or damage to the seals may result.

Fig 9: Installing Pistons Into Correct Bore Of Cover

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Install the pistons into the correct bore of the cover with the spring pocket up.

NOTE: The use of petroleum jelly will hold the accumulator piston shafts in place while assembling the chain cover.

Fig 10: Installing Accumulator Piston Shafts

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Install the accumulator piston shafts.
Install the internal wire harness if it was removed.

Fig 11: Identifying Internal Wire Harness
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