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Repair Procedures: Installation

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  1. Dowel pin of crankshaft should be positioned at 3° in relation to vertical center line.
    G12594180Courtesy 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.
    G12594181Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  3. Install the new O-rings (A).
    G12594182Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  4. Install the timing chain (A).
    G12594183Courtesy 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 → Intake CVVT sprocket → Exhaust CVVT sprocket.
  5. Install the timing chain guide (A).

    Tightening Torque: 

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

    G12594184Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  6. 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)

    G12594185Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  7. 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)

    G12594186Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    NOTE:
    • Recheck the Top Dead Center (TDC) marks on the crankshaft and camshaft.
  8. Install the timing chain cover & oil pump assembly.

    (Refer to Timing System - "TIMING CHAIN COVER & OIL PUMP ASSEMBLY ")