Timing Drive Components: Installation

Install the timing chain tensioner and the bolts.
- Tighten to 11 Nm (8 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 1: Locating Timing Chain Tensioner Bolts
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If necessary, retract the tensioner pad retracting mechanism and insert a retaining pin.

Fig 2: Locating Retaining Pin
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Rotate the crankshaft so the No. 1 piston is at top dead center (TDC) and the key is at the 12 o'clock position.

Fig 3: Locating Crankshaft Key
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Turn the camshaft gear so that the timing mark is on the bottom of the balance shaft.

Fig 4: Locating Camshaft Gear
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Install the timing chain, crankshaft gear and camshaft gear as an assembly.

Fig 5: Identifying Timing Chain And Sprockets
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Make sure that the timing marks and the keyways are aligned.

Fig 6: Identifying Timing Marks And Keyways
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Remove the retaining pin.

Fig 7: Locating Retaining Pin
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Install the synchronizer drive gear and the bolt.
- Tighten to 45 Nm (33 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 8: Identifying Synchronizer Drive Gear Bolt
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Install the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to ENGINE FRONT COVER in this article.