Repair Procedures: Installation

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Dowel pin of crankshaft should be positioned at 3° in relation to vertical center line.

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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.

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Install the new O-rings (A).

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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)

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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.
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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)

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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)

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After rotating crankshaft 2 revolutions in regular direction (clockwise viewed from front), confirm that the TDC marks (A) on the intake and exhaust CVVT sprockets aligned with the top surface of cylinder head.

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Install the timing chain cover & oil pump assembly.
(Refer to Timing System - "TIMING CHAIN COVER & OIL PUMP ASSEMBLY ")