Section 593 (Engine - 4.0L): Assembly: Engine: Assembly

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CAUTION: If the supply manifold is used as a leverage device, damage may occur to the supply manifold. Care must be taken when working around the fuel supply manifold.

NOTE: During engine assembly it may be necessary to check the bearing clearances and crankshaft end play. For additional information, refer to ENGINE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .

NOTE: Before engine assembly, use metal surface cleaner and a suitable plastic or wooden scraper to clean the sealing surfaces. All sealing surfaces must be clean. Make sure coolant and oil passages are clear.

NOTE: For additional information, refer to the exploded views under DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION .

Install the crankshaft main bearings and the thrust bearing.
- Lubricate the crankshaft main bearings with clean engine oil.
Install the lower main bearings in the bearing caps.

Fig 1: Installing Lower Main Bearings In Bearing Caps
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NOTE: The crankshaft main bearings are precision selective fit. Inspect the bearing clearance. For additional information, refer to ENGINE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .

Fig 2: Installing Crankshaft

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Install the crankshaft.

NOTE: The rear main bearing cap must be installed within four minutes after applying the silicone.

Fig 3: Applying Silicone Gasket And Sealant To Rear Main Bearing Cap To Cylinder Block Parting Line

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Apply silicone gasket and sealant to the rear main bearing cap to cylinder block parting line.
Install the main bearing caps in the order in which they were removed.

Fig 4: Installing Main Bearing Caps
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Tighten the bolts.

Fig 5: Tightening Bolts
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Check the piston to cylinder bore and ring clearance. For additional information, refer to ENGINE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .

NOTE: Lubricate the piston rings with clean engine oil.

Install the piston rings.
Make sure the ring gaps (oil spacer-A, oil ring-B, compression ring-C) are correctly spaced around the circumference of the piston.

Fig 6: Installing Piston Rings
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Install the connecting rod bearings.

Fig 7: Installing Connecting Rod Bearings
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Install rubber hose pieces on the connecting rod bolts to protect the crankshaft.

Fig 8: Installing Rubber Hose Pieces On Connecting Rod Bolts To Protect Crankshaft
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NOTE: Position the piston with the indentation arrow toward the front of the cylinder block.

Fig 9: Using Special Tool Installing Pistons

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Using the special tool, install the pistons.
- Rotate the crankshaft as necessary.

NOTE: The old nuts and bolts are used for checking clearances. New nuts and bolts must be used for reassembly.

Check the clearance of each connecting rod bearing. For additional information, refer to ENGINE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
Rotate the crankshaft until the piston is at the bottom of its stroke.

NOTE: For cylinders 1, 2, and 3, remove the connecting rod nut at the oil split hole side first. For cylinders 4, 5, and 6, remove the opposite nut first.

Fig 10: Loosening Nut Until The Face Is Approximately 2 mm Over End Of The Bolt

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Loosen the first nut until the face is approximately 2 mm (0.08 in) over the end of the bolt.
Tap on the nut until the bolt can be removed by hand.

Fig 11: Taping On Nut Until Bolt Can Be Removed
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Repeat the previous two steps for the opposite bolt.
Install the new bolts making certain that the bolt head is parallel to the sideward face of the connecting rod.

Fig 12: Ensuring Bolt Head Is Parallel To The Sideward Face Of The Connecting Rod
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Install the connecting rod cap in the original position.
Install and tighten the connecting rod nuts finger tight.

Fig 13: Installing Connecting Rod Nuts Finger Tight
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Tighten the connecting rod nuts simultaneously in two stages:
- Stage 1: Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
Repeat the previous four steps for the remaining connecting rods.
Rotate crankshaft until the No. 1 piston is at top dead center.
Install the balance shaft.
1. Install the balance shaft assembly.
2. Install the bolts.
Fig 14: Installing Balance Shaft Assembly
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NOTE: Due to the gear ratio between the reversal shaft and the balance shaft, up to seven complete turns of the balance shaft may be required to find the correct position.

Fig 15: Aligning Timing Marks

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Align the timing marks.
- Install a 4 mm (0.16 in) pin to hold the shaft in place.
Install the balance shaft chain and crankshaft sprocket.

Fig 16: Installing Balance Shaft Chain And Crankshaft Sprocket
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Install the balance shaft tensioner.
1. Install the balance shaft tensioner.
2. Install the bolts.
3. Position the balance shaft chain guide and install the two bolts.
  - Remove the pin from the tensioner.
Fig 17: Removing Pin From Tensioner
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Install the oil pump pick-up tube, the oil pump intermediate shaft and the oil pump.

Fig 18: Installing Oil Pump Pick-Up Tube Oil Pump
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Install the jackshaft.

Fig 19: Installing Jackshaft
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Install the jackshaft thrust plate and bolts.

Fig 20: Installing Jackshaft Thrust Plate
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Install the front cassette and bolt.

Fig 21: Installing Front Cassette And Bolt
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Position the jackshaft sprocket and chain.

Fig 22: Positioning Jackshaft Sprocket And Chain
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Install the chain guide.

Fig 23: Installing Chain Guide
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Install the chain tensioner.

Fig 24: Installing Chain Tensioner
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Using the special tool, hold the crankshaft.

Fig 25: Using Special Tool Hold Crankshaft
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Install the front bolt in two stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 45 Nm (33 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
Fig 26: Installing Front Bolt In Two Stages
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Install the oil pump drive.

Fig 27: Installing Oil Pump Drive
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Install the rear cassette and sprocket to the jackshaft.
- Install but do not tighten the bolt at this time.
Fig 28: Installing Rear Cassette And Sprocket To Jackshaft
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Install the spacer and the rear cassette bolt.

Fig 29: Installing Spacer And Rear Cassette Bolt
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Using the special tool, hold the crankshaft.

Fig 30: Holding Crankshaft
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Tighten the rear bolt in two stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten the rear bolt to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Tighten the rear bolt an additional 90 degrees.
Fig 31: Tightening Rear Bolt
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Install the rear jackshaft plug.

Fig 32: Installing Rear Jackshaft Plug
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Position the front cover gasket, front cover and the bolts.

Fig 33: Positioning Front Cover Gasket Front Cover And Bolts
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NOTE: Lubricate the seal lip with clean engine oil.

Fig 34: Installing Crankshaft Front Oil Seal

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Using the special tools, install the crankshaft front oil seal.
Apply silicone gasket and sealant to the front cover in four places.

Fig 35: Applying Silicone Gasket And Sealant To Front Cover In Four Places
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Apply silicone gasket and sealant to the rear main bearing cap as shown.
- Position the ladder frame gasket.
Fig 36: Positioning Ladder Frame Gasket
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CAUTION: The lower block cradle inserts must be loosened completely or damage to the ladder frame and/or oil leaks can result.

Fig 37: Loosing Lower Block Cradle

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Loosen the lower block cradle inserts.
Position the lower block cradle and gasket assembly.

Fig 38: Positioning Lower Block Cradle And Gasket Assembly
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Install and hand-tighten the fifteen bolts and two nuts.

Fig 39: Installing And Hand-Tighten Fifteen Bolts And Two Nuts
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Install and hand-tighten the bolts.

Fig 40: Installing And Hand-Tighten Bolts
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NOTE: The lower block cradle to the cylinder block alignment must be within a maximum mismatch of 0.25 mm (0.01 in) lower block cradle underflush or 0.05 mm (0.00196 in) lower block cradle protrusion.

Fig 41: Aligning Transmission Face Of Lower Block Cradle With Rear Face Of The Cylinder Block

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Using a straightedge, align the transmission face of the lower block cradle with the rear face of the cylinder block.
Tighten the fifteen bolts and the two nuts.

Fig 42: Tightening Fifteen Bolts And Two Nuts
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Tighten the bolts.

Fig 43: Tightening Bolts
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Tighten the inserts.

Fig 44: Tightening Inserts
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Install new seals on the two silver bolts and position them in the lower block cradle.

Fig 45: Installing New Seals On Two Silver Bolts And Position In Lower Block Cradle
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Position the six remaining bolts.

Fig 46: Positioning Six Remaining Bolts
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Tighten the ladder frame bolts in two stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Tighten to 34 Nm (25 lb-ft).
Fig 47: Tightening Ladder Frame Bolts
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NOTE: Assemblies that measured out of specification must have the entire assembly procedure repeated.

Fig 48: Measuring Step Between Rear Face Of Cylinder Block

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Measure the step between the rear face of the cylinder block and the transmission face of the lower block cradle.
Repair all assemblies that exceed underflush specification by installing shims on one or both sides of the lower block cradle.

Fig 49: Installing Shims On One Or Both Sides Of Lower Block Cradle
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Install the oil pump screen cover, tube and the bolt.

Fig 50: Installing Oil Pump Screen Cover
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Install the gasket, oil pan and the bolts.

Fig 51: Installing Gasket Oil Pan And Bolts
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Install the oil filter adapter and the bolt.

Fig 52: Installing Oil Filter Adapter And Bolt
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Install the coolant pump and the bolts.

Fig 53: Installing Coolant Pump And Bolts
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NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.

Fig 54: Installing Cylinder Head Gaskets

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Install the cylinder head gaskets.

NOTE: New cylinder head bolts must be installed. They are a torque-to-yield design and cannot be reused.

NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.

Fig 55: Cylinder Head Tightening Sequence for 12-mm Bolts

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Install the cylinder head and tighten the new bolts in sequence. See Fig 55. Bolts are tightened in multiple stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten bolts to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Tighten bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.

Fig 56: Installing 8-mm Bolts

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Install the two 8 mm bolts and tighten to 32 Nm (24 lb-ft). See Fig 56.

NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.

Fig 57: Tighten 12-mm Bolts In Sequence Shown

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Using the torque-turn method, tighten the 12-mm bolts in the sequence shown in 2 stages. See Fig 57.
- Stage 1: Tighten the bolts 90°.
- Stage 2: Tighten the bolts an additional 90°.

NOTE: Late build pulley shown, early build pulley similar.

Fig 58: Installing Crankshaft Pulley

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Using the special tool, install the crankshaft pulley.

CAUTION: A new bolt must be used each time it is removed.

NOTE: Late build pulley shown, early build pulley similar.

Fig 59: Using Special Tool Tighten Bolt

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Using the special tool, tighten the bolt in two stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Rotate an additional 90 degrees.
Install the coolant pump pulley and the bolts.

Fig 60: Installing Coolant Pump Pulley
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CAUTION: The camshaft sprocket must turn freely on the camshaft. DO NOT tighten the bolt.

Fig 61: Installing And Hand-Tighten RH Rear Camshaft Bolt

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Install and hand-tighten the RH rear camshaft bolt.
Install the bolt.

Fig 62: Installing Bolt
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CAUTION: The camshaft sprocket must turn freely on the camshaft. DO NOT tighten the bolt.

Fig 63: Installing And Hand-Tighten LH Front Camshaft

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Install and hand-tighten the LH front camshaft bolt.
Install the bolt.

Fig 64: Installing Bolt
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Turn the crankshaft one revolution clockwise.

NOTE: The special tool must be installed on the damper and should contact the engine block, this positions the engine at top dead center (TDC).

NOTE: Late build pulley shown, early build pulley similar.

Fig 65: Installing Special Tool

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Install the special tool.

NOTE: Camshaft timing slots are off-center.

NOTE: Position the camshaft timing slots below centerline of camshaft to correctly fit the special tools.

Fig 66: Installing Special Tools On Front Of RH Cylinder Head

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Install the special tools on the front of the RH cylinder head.

NOTE: Leave the top two special tool clamp bolts loose.

Fig 67: Installing Special Tools On Rear Of RH Cylinder Head

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Install the special tools on the rear of the RH cylinder head.
Install the special tool.

Fig 68: Installing Special Tool
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CAUTION: The right-hand camshaft sprocket bolt is a left-hand threaded bolt.

Fig 69: Tightening Special Tool Top Two Clamp Bolts

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Tighten the bolts.
1. Tighten the special tool top two clamp bolts to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
2. Tighten the camshaft bolt.
Remove the special tool and install the RH camshaft tensioner.

Fig 70: Removing Special Tool And Install RH Camshaft Tensioner
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NOTE: Do not tighten the special tool top two clamp bolts. Camshaft sprocket must rotate freely.

Fig 71: Installing Special Tools On Front Of LH Cylinder Head

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Install the special tools on the front of the LH cylinder head.

NOTE: Camshaft timing slots are off-center.

NOTE: Position the camshaft timing slots below centerline of camshaft to correctly fit the special tools.

Fig 72: Installing Special Tools On Rear Of LH Cylinder Head

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Install the special tools on the rear of the LH cylinder head.
Install the special tool.

Fig 73: Installing Special Tool
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Tighten the bolts.
1. Tighten the special tool top two clamp bolts to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
2. Tighten the camshaft bolt.
Fig 74: Tightening Camshaft Bolt
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Install the LH camshaft tensioner.

Fig 75: Installing LH Camshaft Tensioner
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Rotate the crankshaft until the cam lobe is in the up position.

Fig 76: Rotating Crankshaft Until Cam Lobe Is In Up Position
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NOTE: Lubricate the parts with clean engine oil.

Fig 77: Installing Roller Followers

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Using the special tool, install the roller followers in their original position.
Install a new gasket and the RH exhaust manifold and nuts.

Fig 78: Installing A New Gasket And RH Exhaust Manifold
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Install a new gasket and the LH exhaust manifold and nuts.

Fig 79: Installing A New Gasket And LH Exhaust Manifold And Nuts
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NOTE: Prior to installation, use metal surface cleaner to clean mating surfaces.

Fig 80: Installing Knock Sensor (KS)

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Install the knock sensor (KS).
Install the oil level indicator tube and bolt.

Fig 81: Installing Oil Level Indicator Tube And Bolt
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Install the thermostat housing.
1. Install the thermostat housing and bypass hose onto the coolant pump.
2. Install the bolts.
3. Position the bypass hose clamp.
Fig 82: Installing Thermostat Housing And Bypass Hose Onto Coolant Pump
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NOTE: RH valve cover shown, LH similar.

Fig 83: Installing Valve Covers And Tighten Bolts

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Install the valve covers and tighten the bolts.

CAUTION: Use O-ring seals that are made of special fuel-resistant material. Use of ordinary O-rings seals can cause the fuel system to leak. Do not reuse the O-ring seals.

Fig 84: Installing New O-Ring Seals On Each Of Fuel Injectors

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Install new O-ring seals on each of the fuel injectors.

NOTE: Lubricate the fuel injector O-ring seals with clean engine oil.

Fig 85: Installing Fuel Injectors

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Install the fuel injectors.
Install the fuel injection supply manifold and the bolts.

Fig 86: Installing Fuel Injection Supply Manifold
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NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.

Fig 87: Installing LH And RH Insulator Brackets

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Install the LH and RH insulator brackets and the bolts.
Install the oil pressure switch.

Fig 88: Installing Oil Pressure Switch
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Install the battery cable and connect the oil pressure switch electrical connector.

Fig 89: Installing Battery Cable And Connect Oil Pressure Switch Electrical Connector
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Position the vacuum harness on the engine and connect the fuel pressure and temperature sensor and fuel pulse damper vacuum hose fittings.

Fig 90: Positioning Vacuum Harness On Engine And Connect Fuel Pressure And Temperature Sensor And Fuel Pulse Damper Vacuum Hose Fittings
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Position the engine wiring harness on the engine.

Fig 91: Positioning Engine Wiring Harness On Engine
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Position the engine wiring harness retainer and install the bolts.

Fig 92: Positioning Engine Wiring Harness Retainer
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Connect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connectors and wiring anchors.

Fig 93: Connecting Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Electrical Connectors And Wiring Anchors
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NOTE: RH shown, LH similar.

Fig 94: Connecting Six Fuel Injector Electrical Connectors

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Connect the six fuel injector electrical connectors.
Install the gaskets, intake manifold and the bolts.

Fig 95: Installing Gaskets Intake Manifold And Bolts
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Connect the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system module vacuum hose and electrical connector.
- Attach the wiring harness pin-type retainer.
Fig 96: Attaching EGR System Module Vacuum Hose And Electrical Connector
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Connect the electronic throttle body and throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connectors.

Fig 97: Connecting Electronic Throttle Body And Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Electrical Connectors
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Attach the wiring harness pin-type retainer and connect the knock sensor electrical connector.

Fig 98: Attaching Knock Sensor Electrical Connector
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Connect the vacuum harness.

Fig 99: Connecting Vacuum Harness
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Position the fuel tube.

Fig 100: Positioning Fuel Tube
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Engines equipped with an oil cooler
Install the oil cooler and hoses.

Fig 101: Installing Oil Cooler And Hoses
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Position the oil cooler hose brackets and install the bolts.

Fig 102: Positioning Oil Cooler Hose Brackets
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All engines
Position the ignition coil and bracket assembly and install the bolts.

Fig 103: Positioning Ignition Coil And Bracket Assembly
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CAUTION: Make sure to orient the spark plug boots so the spark plug wires do not contact the exhaust manifolds. Wire contact can send voltage spikes to other electronic modules.

NOTE: Apply silicone dielectric compound to the inside of the spark plug boots.

Fig 104: Connecting Spark Plug Wires

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Connect the spark plug wires.
Connect the following electrical connectors:
- Camshaft position (CMP) sensor.
- Ignition coil.
- Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor.
- Ignition radio interference capacitor.
- Fuel pressure and temperature sensor.
Fig 105: Connecting Electrical Connectors
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Install the generator mounting bracket.
1. Install the generator mounting bracket bolts.
2. Install the drive belt tensioner and bolt.
Fig 106: Installing Generator Mounting Bracket
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Connect the generator electrical connections and the wire harness retainer.

Fig 107: Connecting Generator Electrical Connections And Wire Harness Retainer
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Install the accessory bracket and tighten the bolts.

Fig 108: Installing Accessory Bracket
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Connect the A/C compressor electrical connector and wire harness retainer.

Fig 109: Connecting A/C Compressor Electrical Connector And Wire Harness Retainer
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Install the bolts.

Fig 110: Installing Bolts
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Install the A/C hose.

Fig 111: Installing A/C Hose
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Install the right side lifting bracket.

Fig 112: Installing Right Side Lifting Bracket
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Install the left side lifting bracket.

Fig 113: Installing Left Side Lifting Bracket
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Using the special tool and a floor crane, remove the engine from the engine stand.

Fig 114: Removing Engine From Engine Stand
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NOTE: Be sure that the crankshaft rear sealing surface is clean and free of any rust or corrosion. To clean the crankshaft rear sealing surface, use an extra-fine emery cloth or an extra-fine steel wool with metal surface cleaner.

Fig 115: Lubricating Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal With Engine Oil And Installing On Special Tool

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Lubricate the crankshaft rear oil seal with engine oil and install on the special tool.
Using the special tool, install the crankshaft rear oil seal.

Fig 116: Installing Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal
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Install the spacer plate.

NOTE: Special bolts are used for flexplate installation. Do not use standard bolts.

Fig 117: Installing Flexplate

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Install the flexplate.
- Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown in two stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten the bolts to 13 Nm (10 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Tighten the bolts to 71 Nm (52 lb-ft).