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Repair Procedures: Installation

  1. Dowel pin of crankshaft should be positioned at 3° in relation to vertical center line.
    Fig 1: Positioning Dowel Pin Of Crankshaft At 3° In Relation To Vertical Center Line
    G12128984Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  2. Align the TDC marks (A) of the CVVT sprockets with the upper surface of the cylinder head to make No. 1 cylinder be positioned at TDC.
    Fig 2: Aligning TDC Marks Of CVVT Sprockets With Upper Surface Of Cylinder Head
    G12128985Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  3. Install the new O-rings (A).
    Fig 3: Locating O-Rings
    G12128986Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  4. Install the timing chain guide (A) and the timing chain (B).

    Tightening torque: 

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

    Fig 4: Locating Timing Chain Guide And Timing Chain
    G12128987Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    NOTE: When installing a timing chain, align the timing marks on the sprockets with paint marks of the chain.
    Order: Crankshaft sprocket → Timing chain guide → Intake CVVT sprocket → Exhaust CVVT sprocket.
  5. Install the chain tensioner arm (A).

    Tightening torque: 

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

    Fig 5: Locating Chain Tensioner Arm
    G12128988Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  6. Install the hydraulic tensioner (A) and remove the pin (B).

    Tightening torque: 

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

    Fig 6: Locating Hydraulic Tensioner And Pin
    G12128989Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    NOTE: Recheck the top dead center (TDC) marks on the crankshaft and camshaft.
  7. Install the timing chain cover.
    1. Before installing, remove the hardened sealant from the cylinder block and ladder frame surface.
    2. Apply the liquid gasket (TB 1217H or LOCTITE 5900H) on the surface between the cylinder head and the cylinder block.

      Width  : 3 ~ 5 mm (0.1181 ~ 0.1969 in.)

    3. Apply the liquid gasket, THREE BOND 1282B or THREE BOND 1216E on the water pump contact parts (A) of the timing chain cover and Hyundai Gray RTV or THREE BOND 1217H or LOCTITE 5900H on the rest parts (B). Reassemble the cover within 5 minutes.

      Width  : 3.5 ~ 4.5 mm (0.1378 ~ 0.1772 in.)

      Fig 7: Applying Liquid Gasket On Water Pump Contact Parts Of Timing Chain Cover
      G12128990Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
      CAUTION: Remove oil or dust on the surface surely.
    4. Align the dowel pin of the cylinder block and the holes of the oil pump.
    5. Tighten the bolts to install the timing chain cover (A).

      Tightening torque  :

      M8 bolts:

      18.6 ~ 23.5 N.m (1.9 ~ 2.4 kgf.m, 13.7 ~ 17.4 lb-ft)

      M6 bolts:

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

      Fig 8: Locating Timing Chain Cover With Bolts
      G12128991Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
      CAUTION: After the installation, do not crank engine or apply pressure on the cover for half an hour.
  8. Using the SST (09455-21200), reassemble the timing chain cover oil seal.
    Fig 9: Reassembling Timing Chain Cover Oil Seal Using SST (09455-21200)
    G12128992Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  9. Install the crankshaft pulley (A).

    Tightening torque 

    11T:

    127.5 ~ 137.3 N.m (13.0 ~ 14.0 kgf.m, 94.0 ~ 101.3 Ib-ft)

    12T: [46.1 ~ 52.0 N.m (4.7 ~ 5.3 kgf.m, 34.0 ~ 38.3 Ib-ft)] + [38°~ 42°]

    Fig 10: Locating Crankshaft Pulley
    G12128993Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    Fig 11: Crankshaft Damper Pulley Bolts & Nuts Specification Chart
    G12128994Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    NOTE: There are two methods to hold the ring gear when installing or removing the crankshaft damper pulley.
    • Install the SST (09231-2B100) to hold the ring gear after removing the starter.
      Fig 12: Holding Ring Gear Using SST (09231-2B100)
      G12128995Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    • Install the SST (09231-3D100) to hold the ring gear after removing the dust cover.
    1. Remove the bracket (A).
      Fig 13: Locating Bracket And Mounting Bolts
      G12128996Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    2. Remove the dust cover (A) and unfasten the transaxle mounting bolt (B).
      Fig 14: Locating Dust Cover And Transaxle Mounting Bolt
      G12128997Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    3. Adjust the length of the holder nuts (A) so that the front plate of the holder (B) puts in the ring gear (C) teeth.
    4. Adjust the angle of the links (D), and fasten the bolt 70mm (2.7559in) in the original mounted hole.
      Fig 15: Adjusting Ring Gear, Holder, Holder Nuts And Links
      G12128998Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    5. Tighten the bolts and nuts of the holder and links securely.
      Fig 16: Tightening Bolts Or Nuts Of Holder And Links
      G12128999Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    NOTE: When installing the pulley, the groove on the pulley should be positioned outside.
    Fig 17: Locating Pulley Timing Mark
    G12129000Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  10. Install the water pump (A) with a gasket.

    Tightening torque  :

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

    Fig 18: Locating Water Pump
    G12129001Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  11. Install the water pump pulley (A) and the drive belt idler (B).

    Tightening torque 

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

    B: 42.2 ~ 53.9 N.m (4.3 ~ 5.5 kgf.m, 31.1 ~ 39.8 lb-ft)

    Fig 19: Locating Water Pump Pulley & Drive Belt Idler With Bolts
    G12129002Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    CAUTION: Tighten the bolts diagonally.
  12. Install the engine support bracket (A).

    Tightening torque  :

    29.4 ~ 41.2 N.m (3.0 ~ 4.2 kgf.m, 21.7 ~ 30.4 lb-ft)

  13. Install the alternator bracket (B).

    Tightening torque  :

    19.6 ~ 26.5 N.m (2.0 ~ 2.7 kgf.m, 14.5 ~ 19.5 lb-ft)

    Fig 20: Installing Alternator Bracket And Engine Support Bracket
    G12129003Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  14. Install the engine mounting support bracket (B) and then connect the ground line (A).

    Tightening torque 

    Ground line bolt:

    10.8 ~ 13.7 N.m (1.1 ~ 1.4 kgf.m, 8.0 ~ 10.1 lb-ft)

    Nut (C):

    63.7 ~ 83.4 N.m (6.5 ~ 8.5 kgf.m, 47.0 ~ 61.5 lb-ft)

    Bolt (D) and nuts (E):

    49.0 ~ 63.7 N.m (5.0 ~ 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 ~ 47.0 lb-ft)

    Fig 21: Locating Engine Mounting Support Bracket, Ground Line Bolts & Nuts
    G12129004Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  15. Install the alternator (A).

    Tightening torque 

    M8 bolt:

    19.6 ~ 26.5 N.m (2.0 ~ 2.7 kgf.m, 14.5 ~ 19.5 lb-ft)

    M10 bolt:

    29.4 ~ 41.2 N.m (3.0 ~ 4.2 kgf.m, 21.7 ~ 30.4 lb-ft)

    Fig 22: Locating Alternator
    G12129005Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  16. Install the drive belt (A).
    Fig 23: Engine Drive Belt Routing Diagram
    G12129006Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  17. Adjust tension by tightening the alternator tension adjust bolt (A).

    (Refer to ALTERNATOR )

    Tension 

    New belt:

    882.6 ~ 980.7 N (90 ~ 100 kg, 198.4 ~ 220.5 lb)

    Used belt:

    637.4 ~ 735.5 N (65 ~ 75 kg, 143.3 ~ 165.3 lb)

    Fig 24: Adjusting Alternator Tension Bolt
    G12129007Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  18. Before installing the cylinder head cover, remove oil, dust or hardened sealant from the timing chain cover and the cylinder head upper surface.
  19. After applying the liquid gasket, Hyundai Gray RTV or THREE BOND 1217H or LOCTITE 5900H on the cylinder head cover, reassemble the cover within five minutes.

    Width:  2.0 ~ 2.5 mm (0.0787 ~ 0.0984 in.)

    Fig 25: Liquid Gasket Applying Area On Cylinder Head Cover
    G12129008Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  20. Install the OCV (Oil Control Valve) adapter (A).

    Tightening torque  :

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

    Fig 26: Locating Oil Control Valve Adapter With Bolts
    G12129009Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    CAUTION:
    • Keep the OCV adapter clean.
    • Make sure the O-rings on the front bearing cap are installed.
  21. Install the cylinder head cover (A) with a new gasket (B).
    Fig 27: Locating Cylinder Head Cover And Gasket
    G12129010Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    CAUTION: Do not reuse the disassembled gasket.
  22. Tighten the cylinder head cover bolts with the order and steps.

    Tightening torque 

    1st step: 3.9 ~ 5.9 N.m (0.4 ~ 0.6 kgf.m, 2.9 ~ 4.3 lb-ft)

    2nd step: 7.8 ~ 9.8 N.m (0.8 ~ 1.0 kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 7.2 lb-ft)

    Fig 28: Cylinder Head Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence
    G12129011Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  23. Install the exhaust OCV (Oil Control Valve) (A).

    Tightening torque  :

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

    Fig 29: Locating Exhaust Oil Control Valve With Bolt
    G12129012Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  24. Install the ignition coils (A).

    Tightening torque: 

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

    Fig 30: Locating Ignition Coils With Bolts
    G12129013Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  25. Install the high pressure fuel pump (A) and the roller tappet (B).

    (Refer to HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP )

    Tightening torque  :

    12.7 ~ 14.7 N.m (1.3 ~ 1.5 kgf.m, 9.4 ~ 10.8 lb-ft)

    Fig 31: Locating High Pressure Fuel Pump And Roller Tappet With Bolts
    G12129014Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    CAUTION: Before installing the high pressure fuel pump, position the roller tappet in the lowest position (BDC) by rotating the crankshaft. Otherwise the installation bolts may be broken because of tension of the pump spring.
    NOTE: Do not use already used bolt again.
    NOTE: When tightening the installation bolts of the high pressure fuel pump, tighten in turn the bolts in small step (0.5turns) after tightening them with hand-screwed torque.
    CAUTION: Note that internal damage may occur when the component is dropped. In this case, use it after inspecting.
    CAUTION: Apply engine oil to the O-ring (A) of the high pressure fuel pump, the roller tappet (B), and the protrusion (C). Also apply engine oil to the groove where the protrusion is installed.
    Fig 32: Applying Engine Oil To O-Ring, Roller Tappet And Protrusion
    G12129015Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  26. Install the high pressure pipe (A).

    (Refer to HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP )

    Tightening torque  :

    25.5 ~ 31.4 N.m (2.6 ~ 3.2 kgf.m, 18.8 ~ 23.1 lb-ft)

    Fig 33: Locating High Pressure Pipe
    G12129016Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    CAUTION: Do not reuse the high pressure pipe.
  27. Install the vacuum pipe assembly (A).

    Tightening torque  :

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

    Fig 34: Locating Vacuum Pipe Assembly With Bolts
    G12129017Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  28. Connect the fuel hose (A) and the PCSV (Purge control solenoid valve) hose (B).
    Fig 35: Locating Fuel Hose And Purge Control Solenoid Valve Hose
    G12129018Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  29. Connect the oxygen sensor connectors (A) and the condenser connector (B).
    Fig 36: Locating Oxygen Sensor Connectors And Condenser Connector
    G12129019Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  30. Connect the FPCV (Fuel pressure control valve) connector (A), the intake CMPS (Camshaft position sensor) connector (B) and the exhaust CMPS (Camshaft position sensor) connector (C).
    Fig 37: Locating Fuel Pressure Control Valve, Intake Camshaft Position Sensor & Exhaust Camshaft Position Sensor Connectors
    G12129020Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  31. Connect the ignition coil connectors (A), the injector extension connector (B), the VIS (Variable intake system) connector (C) and the PCSV (Purge control solenoid valve) connector (D).
    Fig 38: Locating Ignition Coil, Injector Extension, Variable Intake System & Purge Control Solenoid Valve Connectors
    G12129021Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  32. Connect the intake OCV (Oil control valve) connector (A) and the exhaust OCV (Oil control valve) connector (B).
    Fig 39: Locating Intake And Exhaust Oil Control Valve Connector
    G12129022Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  33. Connect the A/C compressor switch connector (A), the alternator connector (B) and the cable from the alternator "B" terminal (C).

    Tightening torque  :

    9.8 ~ 14.7 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 10.8 lb-ft)

    Fig 40: Locating A/C Compressor Switch, Alternator Connectors And Alternator B Terminal
    G12129023Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  34. Install the under covers (A).

    Tightening torque  :

    6.9 ~ 10.8 N.m (0.7 ~ 1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 8.0 lb-ft)

    Fig 41: Locating Under Covers With Bolts
    G12129024Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  35. Install the RH front wheel.
  36. Install the air cleaner assembly.
    1. Install the air cleaner assembly (D) and then connect the air intake hose (C).

      Tightening torque 

      Hose clamp bolt:

      2.9 ~ 4.9 N.m (0.3 ~ 0.5 kgf.m, 2.2 ~ 3.6 lb-ft)

      Air cleaner assembly bolts:

      7.8 ~ 9.8 N.m (0.8 ~ 1.0 kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 7.2 lb-ft)

    2. Connect the breather hose (B).
    3. Install the air duct (A).
    Fig 42: Locating Air Cleaner Assembly, Air Intake Hose, Breather Hose & Air Duct
    G12129025Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    NOTE:
    • Install the air intake hose while the plate of the hose clamp must be in line with the stopper of the hose.
    • Install the air intake hose while the groove of hose must be matched to the protrusion of the throttle body.
    Fig 43: Air Intake Hose Installation Position
    G12129026Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  37. Connect the battery negative terminal (A).

    Tightening torque 

    Without battery sensor:

    7.8 ~ 9.8 N.m (0.8 ~ 1.0 kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 7.2 lb-ft)

    With battery sensor:

    4.0 ~ 6.0 N.m (0.4 ~ 0.6 kgf.m, 3.0 ~ 4.4 lb-ft)

    Fig 44: Locating Battery Negative Terminal
    G12129027Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  38. Install the engine cover.
    CAUTION: Make sure the engine cover is installed before driving.