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Timing Chain Cover: Installation

WARNING:
  • When working on high voltage system, the work should be performed by technicians who have completed the relevant training. A lack of understanding of high voltage system can lead to serious accidents due to electric shock or short circuit.
  • When working on high voltage system or related components, be sure to be familiar with and comply with the "HIGH VOLTAGE SYSTEM GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION AND CAUTION ". Failure to comply can lead to serious accidents due to electric shock or short circuit.
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  1. Install the timing chain cover.
    1. Before assembling the timing chain cover, remove the cured sealant from the surface on which the chain cover will be mounted.
    2. Apply the sealant to the interface (A) between the cylinder head and the cylinder block, and the interface (B) between the cylinder block and the ladder frame.

      Bead width:  3.0 - 5.0 mm (0.1181 - 0.1969 in.)

      Sealant:  THREEBOND 1217H/LOCTITE 5900H or equivalent

      G15786995Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    3. Install within 5 minutes after applying sealant to the mounting surface of the timing chain cover.

      Bead width 

      Whole section:  2.5 - 3.5 mm (0.0984 - 0.1378 in.)

      Section A:  3.5 - 4.5 mm (0.1378 - 0.1772 in.)

      Sealant 

      Whole section:  THREEBOND 1217H/LOCTITE 5900H or equivalent

      G15786996Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    4. Install the timing chain cover (A) using the dowel pin of the cylinder block and the hole of the timing chain cover as a reference.
      G15786997Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    5. Tighten the timing chain cover bolts (A).

      Tightening torque: 

      28.4 - 31.4 N.m (2.9 - 3.2 kgf.m, 21.0 - 23.1 lb.ft)

      G15786998Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    6. Do not start the engine or apply pressure to the cover 30 minutes before assembling the timing chain cover.
  2. Front oil seal exchange if necessary.

    (Refer to Timing System -  "FRONT OIL SEAL ")

  3. Install in reverse order of removal.
  4. Fill the engine with oil.

    (Refer to Lubrication System -  "ENGINE OIL ")

  5. Fill the reservoir tank with coolant.
  6. Start engine and check for any leaks.
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