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Repair Procedures: Removal

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Engine removal is not required for this procedure.

NOTE:
  • Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
  • To avoid damage, unplug the wiring connectors carefully while holding the connector portion.

Information 

Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection.

  1. Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
  2. Remove the engine cover.

    (Refer to "ENGINE COVER .")

  3. Remove the cylinder head cover.

    (Refer to "CYLINDER HEAD COVER .")

  4. Drain engine oil and remove the oil pan.

    (Refer to "OIL PAN .")

  5. Remove the engine mounting bracket.

    (Refer to "ENGINE MOUNTING .")

  6. Remove the crankshaft damper pulley.

    (Refer to "CRANKSHAFT DAMPER PULLEY .")

  7. Remove the alternator.

    (Refer to "ALTERNATOR .")

  8. Remove the water pump.

    (Refer to "WATER PUMP .")

  9. Remove the front engine hanger (A).
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  10. Remove the timing chain cover (A) by gently prying the gaps between the cylinder head and cylinder block.
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    NOTE:
    • Be careful not to damage the contact surfaces of cylinder block, cylinder head and timing chain cover.
    • Do not disassemble the oil pump (A) from timing chain cover because it is supplied as timing chain cover & oil pump assembly.