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CHAIN and SPROCKETS, Timing: Installation: Installation

Fig 1: Crankshaft Sprocket
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  1. Install the crankshaft sprocket (1) and position halfway onto the crankshaft.
    Fig 2: Aligning Timing Chain & Camshaft Phaser Marks
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  2. While holding the camshaft phaser in hand, position the timing chain on the camshaft phaser and align the timing marks as shown in illustration.
    Fig 3: Aligning Timing Chain & Crankshaft Sprocket Marks
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  3. While holding the camshaft phaser and timing chain in hand, position the timing chain on the crankshaft sprocket and align the timing mark as shown in illustration.
    Fig 4: Camshaft Phaser Retaining Bolt
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  4. Align the slot in the camshaft phaser with the dowel on the camshaft and position the camshaft phaser on the camshaft while sliding the crankshaft sprocket into position.
  5. Install the camshaft phaser retaining bolt (1) finger tight.
    Fig 5: Timing Chain Guide
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  6. If removed, install the timing chain guide (1) and tighten the bolts (2) to 11 N.m (8 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 6: Timing Chain Tensioner Pin
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  7. If removed, install the timing chain tensioner (2) and tighten the bolts (3) to 11 N.m (8 ft. lbs.).
  8. Remove the tensioner pin 8514 (1).
    Fig 7: Aligning Timing Marks With Timing Chain Sprockets
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  9. Rotate the crankshaft two revolutions and verify the alignment of the timing marks (1, 2). If the timing marks do not line up, remove the camshaft sprocket and realign.
    Fig 8: Camshaft Phaser Retaining Bolt
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  10. Tighten the camshaft phaser bolt (1) to 85 N.m (63 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 9: Oil Pump Retaining Bolts
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  11. Position the oil pump (1) onto the crankshaft and install the oil pump retaining bolts (2) finger tight.
    Fig 10: Oil Pump Retaining Bolt Tightening Sequence
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  12. Using the sequence shown in illustration, tighten the oil pump retaining bolts to 28 N.m (21 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 11: FRONT COVER SLIDE BUSHINGS
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  13. Verify the slide bushings (1) are installed in the timing chain cover.
  14. Install the timing chain cover. See Engine/Valve Timing/COVER(S), Engine Timing - Installation .
  15. Fill the engine with oil.
  16. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling - Standard Procedure .
  17. Connect the negative battery cable.
  18. Start the engine and check for leaks.