Section 281 (Engine - 3.9L): Assembly: Engine: Assembly

1. Illustration 1 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 1.
   Fig 1: Installing Order Of Cylinder Head Components

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2. Illustration 2 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 2.
   Fig 2: Installing Order Of Intake And Exhaust Camshaft Components

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3. Illustration 3 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 3.
   Fig 3: Installing Order Of Timing Chain Tensioner, Camshaft Sprocket And VCT Unit Components

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4. Illustration 4 of 23. Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 4.
   Fig 4: Installing Order Of Timing Chain Guide Components

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5. Illustration 5 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 5.
   Fig 5: Installing Order Of Timing Chain Tensioner Arm Components

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6. Illustration 6 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 6.
   Fig 6: Installing Order Of VCT Bush Carrier Components

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7. Illustration 7 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 7.
   Fig 7: Installing Order Of Sump Body And Engine Front Cover Components

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8. Illustration 8 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 8.
   Fig 8: Installing Order Of RH Exhaust Manifold Components

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9. Illustration 9 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 9.
   Fig 9: Installing Order Of LH Exhaust Manifold Components

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10. Illustration 10 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 10.
    Fig 10: Installing Order Of Coolant Inlet Housing Components

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11. Illustration 11 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 11.
    Fig 11: Installing Order Of Valve Cover Components

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12. Illustration 12 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 12.
    Fig 12: Installing Order Of Intake Manifold Components

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13. Illustration 13 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 13.
    Fig 13: Installing Order Of Fuel Injector And Fuel Charge Manifold Components

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14. Illustration 14 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 14.
    Fig 14: Installing Order Of Power Steering Pump Components

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15. Illustration 15 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 15.
    Fig 15: Installing Order Of Crankshaft Pulley, Generator And EGR System Components

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16. Illustration 16 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 16.
    Fig 16: Installing Order Of Engine Cover Support Bracket And RH Ignition Coil Components

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17. Illustration 17 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 17.
    Fig 17: Installing Order Of A/C Compressor And LH Ignition Coil Components

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18. Illustration 18 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 18.
    Fig 18: Installing Order Of Engine Cover Support Bracket, Oil Level Indicator And Vacuum Hose Components

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19. Illustration 19 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 19.
    Fig 19: Installing Order Of Oil Cover Components

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20. Illustration 20 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 20.
    Fig 20: Installing Order Of Different Electrical Connector

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21. Illustration 21 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 21.
    Fig 21: Installing Order Of Accessory Drive Belt And Coolant Pump Pulley Components

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22. Illustration 22 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 22.
    Fig 22: Installing Order Of Oil Filter And Oil Cooler Components

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23. Illustration 23 of 23. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 23.
    Fig 23: Installing Order Of Motor Mount Bracket Components

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Items 2-7: Cylinder Head Assembly Note 

1. Install the knock sensors.
   Fig 24: Installing Knock Sensors

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2. Position the cylinder heads.
   • Install new gaskets.
   Fig 25: Installing Gaskets

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NOTE: The cylinder head bolts are a torque-to-yield design and must not be reused. Always use new bolts.
Fig 26: Identifying RH Head Bolts Tightening Sequence
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3. Install and tighten the RH head bolts in four stages in the sequence shown. See Fig 26.
   • Stage 1: Tighten bolts 1 through 10 to 20 N.m (15 lb-ft).
   • Stage 2: Tighten bolts 1 through 10 to 35 N.m (26 lb-ft).
   • Stage 3: Tighten bolts 1 through 10 to 45 N.m (33 lb-ft) and an additional 90 degrees.
   • Stage 4: Tighten bolts 1 through 10 an additional 90 degrees.
4. Install and tighten the bolts in two stages.
   1. Tighten to 20 N.m (15 lb-ft).
   2. Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
   Fig 27: Installing Cylinder Head End Bolts

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5. Install and tighten the LH head bolts in four stages in the sequence shown. See Fig 28.
   • Stage 1: Tighten bolts 1 through 10 to 20 N.m (15 lb-ft).
   • Stage 2: Tighten bolts 1 through 10 to 35 N.m (26 lb-ft).
   • Stage 3: Tighten bolts 1 through 10 to 45 N.m (33 lb-ft) and an additional 90 degrees.
   • Stage 4: Tighten bolts 1 through 10 an additional 90 degrees.
   Fig 28: Identifying LH Head Bolts Tightening Sequence

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6. Install and tighten the bolts in two stages.
   1. Tighten to 20 N.m (15 lb-ft).
   2. Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
Fig 29: Installing Cylinder Head End Bolts
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Items 9-15, 17-23: RH and LH Camshaft Assembly Note 

NOTE: Apply clean engine oil to the camshaft journals, the camshaft caps and the camshaft lobes prior to installing the camshafts.
NOTE: LH camshafts shown, RH camshafts similar.
Fig 30: Positioning Camshafts On Camshaft Journals
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1. Position the camshafts on the camshaft journals.
CAUTION: Install the camshaft bearing caps. The camshaft bearing caps are positional and must be installed in their original locations and orientation or engine damage can occur.
2. Install the RH camshaft bearing caps.
   • Position the bearing caps.
   • Install the bearing cap bolts. Tighten the bolts in three stages in the sequence shown. See Fig 31.
     • Stage 1: Hand-tighten.
     • Stage 2: Tighten to 6 N.m (53 lb-in).
     • Stage 3: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
   Fig 31: Identifying RH Camshaft Bearing Caps Bolt Tightening Sequence
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CAUTION: Install the camshaft bearing caps. The camshaft bearing caps are positional and must be installed in their original locations and orientation or engine damage can occur.
Fig 32: Identifying LH Camshaft Bearing Caps Bolt Tightening Sequence
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3. Install the LH camshaft bearing caps.
   • Position the bearing caps.
   • Install the bearing cap bolts. Tighten the bolts in three stages in the sequence shown. See Fig 32.
     • Stage 1: Hand-tighten.
     • Stage 2: Tighten to 6 N.m (53 lb-in).
     • Stage 3: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
CAUTION: If any components are installed new, the engine must be reshimmed or engine damage can occur.
Fig 33: Checking Tappet And Shim Clearances Using Feeler Gauge
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4. Using a feeler gauge, confirm that the tappet and shim clearances are within specification. For additional information, refer to VALVE CLEARANCE CHECK  in this section.
5. If tappet and shim clearances are not within specification, adjust the clearance. For additional information, refer to VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT  in this section.

Item 24-52: Timing Drive Components Assembly Note 

1. Install the engine lifting equipment and remove the engine from the stand.
CAUTION: The plastic sleeve that comes with the new crankshaft rear oil seal protects the seal while in transit and is also used as an installation tool to prevent lip seal roll when carrying out the repair. The sleeve must be used to prevent future seal concerns.
NOTE: Lubricate the cylinder block bore and the crankshaft with clean engine oil before installing seal.
Fig 34: Positioning Rear Oil Seal With Protective Installer Onto End Of Crankshaft
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2. Position the rear oil seal with the protective installer onto the end of the crankshaft.
3. Using the special tools, install the rear main seal.
   Fig 35: Installing Crank Shaft Rear Main Seal Using Special Tool

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4. Install the flexplate and tighten the bolts in two stages in the sequence shown. See Fig 36.
   • Stage 1: Tighten to 15 N.m (11 lb-ft).
   • Stage 2: Tighten to 110 N.m (81 lb-ft).
   Fig 36: Identifying Flexplate Bolt Installing Sequence

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5. Mount the engine on a suitable engine stand and remove the engine lifting equipment.
6. Remove the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor and the torque converter cover.
Fig 37: Removing Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor
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NOTE: There is one window on the ignition pulse wheel that is unique to accept the special tool.
Fig 38: Installing Special Tool
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7. Install the special tool.
   • Turn the crankshaft to 45 degrees ATDC. The crankshaft keyway will be in the 6 o'clock position.
   • Install the special tool.
8. Install the crankshaft sprocket.
9. Install the LH VCT unit, exhaust camshaft sprocket and timing chain as an assembly.
   Fig 39: Installing LH VCT Unit

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10. Using new bolts, install the LH VCT unit and exhaust camshaft sprocket bolts finger-tight.
    Fig 40: Installing LH VCT Unit And Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket Bolts Finger-Tight Using New Bolts

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11. Remove the locking pin from the LH secondary timing chain tensioner.
    Fig 41: Removing Locking Pin From LH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner

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12. Install the RH VCT unit, exhaust camshaft sprocket and timing chain as an assembly.
    Fig 42: Installing RH VCT Unit

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13. Using new bolts, install the RH VCT unit and exhaust camshaft sprocket bolts finger-tight.
    Fig 43: Installing RH VCT Unit And Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket Bolts Finger-Tight Using New Bolts

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14. Remove the locking pin from the RH secondary timing chain tensioner.
    Fig 44: Removing Locking Pin From RH Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner

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15. Reset the timing chain tensioners.
    1. Hold the lever toward the tensioner piston.
    2. Using finger pressure, compress the tensioner.
    3. Push the lever down and install a drill rod to lock the piston.
    Fig 45: Resetting Timing Chain Tensioners

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CAUTION: The camshaft holding tool should still be installed on the LH cylinder head.
CAUTION: The flats on the camshaft must completely contact the special service tool or damage to the camshafts can occur. Slowly draw the special tool down evenly until it is fully seated on the camshaft flats.
Fig 46: Installing Special Tool On LH Head
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16. Install the special tool on the LH head.
17. Position the LH timing chain and crankshaft gear.
    • Position the timing chain over the LH intake camshaft sprocket.
    • Position the crankshaft gear in the timing chain.
    Fig 47: Positioning LH Timing Chain And Crankshaft Gear

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18. Install the LH timing chain guide.
    Fig 48: Installing LH Timing Chain Guide

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19. Install the LH timing chain tensioner arm.
    Fig 49: Installing LH Timing Chain Tensioner Arm

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20. Install the LH timing chain tensioner.
    1. Install the timing chain tensioner and bolts.
    2. Remove the drill rod.
    Fig 50: Installing LH Timing Chain Tensioner

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CAUTION: The exhaust camshaft sprocket bolt must be fully tightened before tightening the intake camshaft sprocket bolt.
CAUTION: Using the special tool, apply 10N.m(89 lb-in) counterclockwise to the LH exhaust camshaft sprocket.
21. Tighten the LH exhaust camshaft sprocket and variable camshaft timing (VCT) unit bolts in two stages:
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 35 N.m (26 lb-ft).
    • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
      Fig 51: Tightening LH Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket And Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Unit Bolts

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22. Remove the special tool.
    Fig 52: Removing Special Tool

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CAUTION: The flats on the camshaft must completely contact the special service tool or damage to the camshafts can occur. Slowly draw the special tool down evenly until it is fully seated on the camshaft flats.
Fig 53: Installing Special Tool On Right Cylinder Head
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23. Install the special tool on the right cylinder head.
24. Position the RH timing chain over the RH intake camshaft sprocket and over the crankshaft gear.
    Fig 54: Positioning RH Timing Chain

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25. Install the RH timing chain guide.
    Fig 55: Installing RH Timing Chain Guide

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26. Install the RH timing chain tensioner arm.
    Fig 56: Installing RH Timing Chain Tensioner Arm

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27. Install the RH timing chain tensioner.
    1. Install the timing chain tensioner and bolts.
    2. Remove the drill rod.
    Fig 57: Installing RH Timing Chain Tensioner

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CAUTION: The exhaust camshaft sprocket bolt must be fully tightened before tightening the intake camshaft sprocket bolt.
CAUTION: Using the special tool, apply 10 N.m (89 lb-in) counterclockwise to the RH exhaust camshaft sprocket.
Fig 58: Tightening RH Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket And VCT Unit Bolts
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28. Tighten the RH exhaust camshaft sprocket and VCT unit bolts in two stages:
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 35 N.m (26 lb-ft).
    • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
29. Remove the special tool.
    Fig 59: Removing Special Tool

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30. Remove the special tool.
    Fig 60: Removing Special Tool

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31. Install the CKP sensor and the torque converter cover.
    Fig 61: Installing CKP Sensor And Torque Converter Cover

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Items 53 and 56: Variable Cam Timing (VCT) Bush Carrier Assembly Note 

1. Carefully insert the bush carrier into the VCT unit, compress ring seals with fingers as required. Fully seat the bush carrier by hand before fitting bolts.

Item 59: Sump Body Assembly Note 

CAUTION: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs, or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.
NOTE: If the sump is not secured within four minutes of sealant application the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or four minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
Fig 62: Identifying Sealant Applying Area
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1. Apply three continuous beads of silicone gasket and sealant to the areas shown.
2. Install the oil sump. Using a straightedge, align the sump to the lower cylinder block. Tighten the bolts in sequence in two stages.
   • Tighten the bolts to 15 N.m (11 lb-ft).
   • Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb-ft).
   Fig 63: Identifying Oil Sump Bolt Tightening Sequence

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3. Install a new gasket, the oil pump and the bolts.
   Fig 64: Installing Oil Pump Bolt

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NOTE: Inspect the O-ring. Install a new O-ring if necessary. Lubricate the O-ring with clean engine oil.
Fig 65: Installing Oil Pump Screen Cover And Tube
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4. Install the oil pump screen cover and tube.

Items 60 and 61: Engine Front Cover Assembly Note 

NOTE: If the front cover is not secured within four minutes of sealant application the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or four minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
Fig 66: Identifying Sealant And Silicon Gasket Applying Area
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1. Apply silicone gasket and sealant in eight places.
2. Install the engine front cover.
   • Install new gaskets.
   • Position the engine front cover on the cylinder block.
   • Loosely install the bolts.
   • Tighten the bolts in two stages in the sequence shown. See Fig 67.
     • Stage 1: Tighten to 5 N.m (44 lb-in).
     • Stage 2: Tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb-in).
   Fig 67: Identifying Engine Front Cover Bolt Tightening Sequence
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NOTE: Lubricate the coolant pump O-ring seal with engine coolant. Use the same coolant that was drained from the engine.
Fig 68: Installing Coolant Pump Bolt
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3. Install the coolant pump.
   • Inspect the O-ring seal and install a new O-ring seal as necessary.
   • Position a new coolant pump gasket.
   • Position the coolant pump.
   • Install the bolts and tighten in two stages.
     • Stage 1: Tighten to 8 N.m (71 lb-in).
     • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.

Items 63-64 and 69-70: Exhaust Manifold Assembly Note 

NOTE: RH is shown, LH is similar.
Fig 69: Identifying Exhaust Manifold Nuts Tightening Sequence
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1. Install the exhaust manifold.
   • Install a new gasket and the exhaust manifold.
   • Tighten the eight nuts in the sequence shown.

Items 83-90: RH and LH Valve Cover Assembly Note 

NOTE: RH is shown, LH is similar.
Fig 70: Installing Gasket
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1. Inspect and install new gaskets as necessary.
NOTE: RH is shown, LH is similar.
NOTE: If the valve covers are not secured within four minutes of sealant application the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or four minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
Fig 71: Identifying Silicone Gasket And Sealant Applying Area
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2. Apply four beads of silicone gasket and sealant as shown. See Fig 71.
NOTE: RH is shown, LH is similar.
Fig 72: Identifying Valve Covers Bolts Tightening Sequence
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3. Install the valve covers.
   • Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown. See Fig 72.

Items 92-94: Intake Manifold Assembly Note 

1. Install new intake manifold gaskets.
   Fig 73: Installing Intake Manifold Gaskets

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NOTE: The throttle body and adapter are shown removed for clarity. It is not necessary to remove the throttle body and adapter to remove the intake manifold.
Fig 74: Identifying Intake Manifold Bolts Tightening Sequence
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2. Install the intake manifold and tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.
3. Connect the throttle body heater hose.
   Fig 75: Connecting Throttle Body Heater Hose

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NOTE: RH is shown, LH is similar.
Fig 76: Installing Radio Interference Capacitor And Nut
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4. Install the radio interference capacitor and the nut.

Item 105: Front Crankshaft Seal Assembly Note 

1. Using the special tool, install the front crankshaft seal.
   Fig 77: Installing Front Crankshaft Seal Using Special Tool

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Items 106-108: Crankshaft Pulley Assembly Note 

NOTE: If the crankshaft pulley is not secured within four minutes of sealant application the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or four minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
Fig 78: Identifying Crankshaft Pulley Keyway
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1. Apply silicone gasket and sealant to the crankshaft pulley keyway.
2. Using the special tool, install the crankshaft pulley.
   Fig 79: Installing Crankshaft Pulley Using Special Tool

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3. Install the washer and a new bolt and tighten in two stages.
   • Stage 1: Tighten to 80 N.m (59 lb-ft).
   • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 80 degrees.
   • Remove the flexplate holding tool.

Item 114: EGR System Module Gasket Assembly Note 

1. Install a new EGR system module gasket with the side with the raised circle facing the intake manifold.
   Fig 80: Installing EGR System Module Gasket By Raising Circle Facing Intake Manifold

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Item 130: Oil Level Indicator Tube Assembly Note 

CAUTION: Failure to lubricate the O-ring seal and the oil level indicator tube-to-engine block mating surface with clean engine oil can result in engine oil leaks.
CAUTION: Make sure the O-ring seal remains in position and does not roll up the indicator tube during installation.
1. Install a new O-ring seal and the oil level indicator tube.
   • Lubricate the new O-ring seal and engine mating surface with clean engine oil.

Item 134: Engine Wiring Harness Assembly Note 

1. Install the wiring harness onto the front cover.
   Fig 81: Installing Wiring Harness Onto Front Cover

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2. Install the wiring harness onto the front cover.
   Fig 82: Installing Wiring Harness Onto Front Cover

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3. Connect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.
   Fig 83: Connecting Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Electrical Connector

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4. Install the exhaust gas oxygen sensor (HO2S) connectors onto the brackets.
   Fig 84: Installing Exhaust Gas Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Connectors Onto Brackets

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5. Connect the pin-type retainers.
   Fig 85: Connecting Pin-Type Retainers

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6. Connect the A/C electrical connector and the retaining clip.
Fig 86: Connecting A/C Electrical Connector And Retaining Clip
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7. Connect the power steering pressure (PSP) switch.
   Fig 87: Connecting Power Steering Pressure (PSP) Switch

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NOTE: RH is shown, LH is similar.
Fig 88: Connecting Variable Cam Timing (VCT) Sensor Electrical Connector
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8. Connect the variable cam timing (VCT) sensor electrical connector.
9. Install the nuts and the engine wiring harness retainer.
   Fig 89: Installing Engine Wiring Harness Retainer Nuts

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NOTE: LH is shown, RH is similar.
Fig 90: Connecting Fuel Injector And Radio Interference Capacitor Electrical Connectors
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10. Connect the fuel injector and radio interference capacitor electrical connectors.
NOTE: LH is shown, RH is similar.
Fig 91: Connecting Engine Wiring Harness Retainers From Engine Appearance Cover Support Bracket
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11. Connect the engine wiring harness retainers from the engine appearance cover support bracket.

Items 135 and 137: RH and LH Coil Cover Assembly Note 

NOTE: Remove all dirt and moisture from the valve cover before applying silicone sealer.
Fig 92: Identifying Sealing Applying Area In Notch Of Valve Cover
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1. Lift up the wire harness and apply a 12.7 mm (0.5 in) bead of silicone sealer in the notch of the valve cover.
2. Set the ignition coil harness in the bead of silicone sealer and apply enough additional sealer to surround the wire harness and notch.
   Fig 93: Applying Sealer To Surround Wire Harness And Notch

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3. Install the coil cover.
   Fig 94: Installing Coil Cover

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4. Connect the wiring harness retainers to the RH valve cover.
   Fig 95: Connecting Wiring Harness Retainers To RH Valve Cover

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5. Connect the wiring harness retainers to the RH valve cover.
   Fig 96: Connecting Wiring Harness Retainers To RH Valve Cover

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Items 158 and 159: Oil Filter and Seal Assembly Note 

1. Install the oil filter until the seal makes contact. Tighten an additional 270 degrees.