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Repair Procedures: Installation

  1. Install the jack to the edge of upper oil pan to support the engine.
    NOTE: Insert the rubber block between jack and upper oil pan.
  2. The key (A) of crankshaft should be aligned with the timing mark (B) of block. As a result of this, the piston of No. 1 cylinder is placed at the top dead center on compression stroke.
    Fig 1: Identifying Crankshaft Key And Block Timing Mark
    G08809169Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  3. Install the tensioner adapter assembly (A).
    Fig 2: Identifying Tensioner Adapter Assembly
    G08809170Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  4. Install the crankshaft sprocket (A). (LH camshaft drive).
    Fig 3: Identifying Crankshaft Sprocket (LH Camshaft Drive)
    G08809171Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  5. Install the LH timing chain (A).
    Fig 4: Identifying LH Timing Chain
    G08809172Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    Fig 5: Identifying LH Timing Chain Timing Mark
    G08809173Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    NOTE: To install the timing chain with no slack between each shaft (cam, crank), follow the below procedure. Crankshaft sprocket → Timing chain guide → Exhaust camshaft sprocket → Intake camshaft sprocket. The timing mark of each sprockets should be matched with timing mark (color link) of timing chain at installing timing chain.
  6. Install the LH timing chain guide (A).

    Tightening torque:  19.6 ~ 24.5N.m (2.0 ~ 2.5kgf.m, 14.5 ~ 18.1lb-ft)

    Fig 6: Identifying LH Timing Chain Guide
    G08809174Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  7. Install the LH timing chain auto tensioner (A) and LH timing chain tensioner arm (B).

    Tightening torque 

    1. A: 9.8 ~ 11.8N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7lb-ft)
    2. B: 18.6 ~ 21.6N.m (1.9 ~ 2.2kgf.m, 13.7 ~ 15.9lb-ft)
      Fig 7: Identifying LH Timing Chain Auto Tensioner And Arm
      G08809175Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  8. Install the LH timing chain cam to cam guide (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 ~ 11.8N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7lb-ft)

    Fig 8: Identifying LH Timing Chain Cam To Cam Guide
    G08809176Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  9. Pull out the pins of LH timing chain auto tensioner.
    Fig 9: Identifying LH Timing Chain Auto Tensioner
    G08809177Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  10. Install the crankshaft sprocket (A) (Oil pump drive).
    Fig 10: Identifying Crankshaft Sprocket (Oil Pump Drive)
    G08809178Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  11. Install the oil pump chain sprocket (A) and oil pump chain (B).

    Tightening torque: 

    18.6 ~ 21.6N.m (1.9 ~ 2.2kgf.m, 13.7 ~ 15.9lb-ft)

    Fig 11: Identifying Oil Pump Chain Sprocket And Oil Pump Chain
    G08809179Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  12. Install the RH timing chain (A).
    Fig 12: Identifying RH Timing Chain (1 Of 2)
    G08809180Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    Fig 13: Identifying RH Timing Chain (2 Of 2)
    G08809181Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    NOTE: To install the timing chain with no slack between each shaft (cam, crank), follow the below procedure. Crankshaft sprocket → Timing chain guide → Intake camshaft sprocket → Exhaust camshaft sprocket. The timing mark of each sprockets should be matched with timing mark (color link) of timing chain at installing timing chain.
  13. Install the RH timing chain guide (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    A: 19.6 ~ 24.5N.m (2.0 ~ 2.5kgf.m, 14.5 ~ 18.1lb-ft)

    Fig 14: Identifying RH Timing Chain Guide
    G08809182Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  14. Install the RH timing chain auto tensioner (A) and the RH timing chain tensioner arm (B).

    Tightening torque 

    1. A: 9.8 ~ 11.8N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7lb-ft)
    2. B: 18.6 ~ 21.6N.m (1.9 ~ 2.2kgf.m, 13.7 ~ 15.9lb-ft)
    Fig 15: Identifying RH Timing Chain Auto Tensioner And Arm
    G08809183Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  15. Install the RH timing chain cam to cam guide (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 ~ 11.8N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7lb-ft)

    Fig 16: Identifying RH Timing Chain Cam To Cam Guide
    G08809184Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  16. Pull out the pins of RH timing chain auto tensioner.
    Fig 17: Identifying RH Timing Chain Auto Tensioner
    G08809185Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  17. Install the oil pump chain tensioner assembly (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 ~ 11.8N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7lb-ft)

    Fig 18: Identifying Oil Pump Chain Tensioner Assembly
    G08809186Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  18. Install the oil pump chain cover (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 ~ 11.8N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7lb-ft)

    Fig 19: Identifying Oil Pump Chain Cover
    G08809187Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  19. After rotating the crankshaft 2 revolutions in regular direction (clockwise viewed from front), confirm the timing mark.
    NOTE: Always turn the crankshaft clockwise.

    Turning the crankshaft counter clockwise before building up oil pressure in the hydraulic timing chain tensioner may result in the chain disengaging from the sprocket teeth.

  20. Install the timing chain cover.

    (Refer to Timing System - "TIMING CHAIN COVER ")

  21. Install the other parts reverse order of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Refill engine oil.
    • Clean the battery posts and cable terminals with sandpaper. Assemble and then apply grease to prevent corrosion.
    • Inspect for fuel leakage.
      • After assembling the fuel line, turn on the ignition switch (do not operate the starter) so that the fuel pump runs for approximately two seconds and fuel line pressurizes.
      • Repeat this operation two or three times, then check for fuel leakage at any point in the fuel lines.
    • Refill radiator and reservoir tank with engine coolant.
    • Bleed air from the cooling system.
      • Start engine and let it run until it warms up. (Until the radiator fan operates 3 or 4 times.)
      • Turn Off the engine and let it cool down. Check the level in the radiator, add coolant if needed. This will allow trapped air to be removed from the cooling system.
      • Put radiator cap on tightly, then run the engine again and check for leaks.