Chain Cover: Assembly

Measure the distance that the center bi-metal element pin protrudes from the chain cover.

Fig 1: Checking Center Bi-Metal Element Pin Installation
Using the special tool, install the bi-metal element.
1. Position the bi-metal strip onto the end of the pin.
2. Install the special tool under the bi-metal element.
3. Tap the retaining collar onto the pin until it seats against the special tool edge.
Fig 2: Installing Bi-Metal Element (1 Of 2)
Using the special tool install the bi-metal element.
1. Position the bi-metal strip onto the end of the pin.
2. Install the special tool under the bi-metal element.
3. Tap the retaining collar onto the pin until it seats against the special tool edge.
Fig 3: Installing Bi-Metal Element (2 Of 2)
Remove the slotted end of the bi-metal element and install the thermostat plate over the end and middle pins.

Fig 4: Installing Thermostat Plate
Install the slotted end of the bi-metal element under the retaining ring.

Fig 5: Installing Slotted End Of Bi-Metal Element

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

NOTE: Coat the new seals with petroleum jelly.

Fig 6: Installing New Seals On Accumulator Pistons

Install new seals on the accumulator pistons.
Install the pistons into the correct bore of the cover with spring pocket up.

Fig 7: Installing Accumulator Pistons

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

Fig 8: Installing Accumulator Piston Shafts

Install the accumulator piston shafts.
Install the manual valve detent spring.

Fig 9: Installing Manual Valve Detent Spring

NOTE: The use of petroleum jelly will hold the thrust washers in place during assembly.

Fig 10: Installing Thrust Washers

Install the thrust washers.
1. Install the No. 1 drive sprocket thrust washer.
2. Install the No. 3 chain cover thrust washer.
Install internal wire harness if it was removed.

Fig 11: Installing Internal Wire Harness