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Chain Cover: Assembly

  1. Measure the distance that the center bi-metal element pin protrudes from the chain cover.
    Fig 1: Measuring Protrusion Of Bi-Metal Element Pin
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  2. Install the bimetal element.
    1. Position the bi-metal strip onto the end of the pin.
    2. Install the special tool under the bimetal element.
    3. Tap the retaining collar onto the pin until it seats against the special tool edge.
    Fig 2: Installing Bi-Metal Element
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  3. Install the bi-metal element.
    1. Position bi-metal strip onto end of pin.
    2. Install special tool under the bi-metal element.
    3. Tap the retaining collar onto the pin until it seats against the special tool edge.
    Fig 3: Installing Bi-Metal Element
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  4. Remove the slotted end of the bi-metal element and install the thermostat plate over the end and middle pins.
    Fig 4: Installing Thermostat Plate
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  5. Install the slotted end of the bi-metal element under the retaining ring.
    Fig 5: Installing Bi-Metal Element
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    6. CAUTION: Do not allow the pistons to cock in their bores or damage to the seals may result.
    NOTE: Coat the new seals with petroleum jelly.
    Fig 6: Identifying Accumulator Pistons
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  6. Install new seals on the accumulator pistons.
  7. Install the pistons into the proper bore of the cover with spring pocket up.
    Fig 7: Installing Accumulator Pistons
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    8. NOTE: The use of petroleum jelly will hold the accumulator piston shafts in place while assembling the chain cover.
    Fig 8: Installing Accumulator Piston Shafts
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  8. Install the accumulator piston shafts.
  9. Install the manual valve detent spring.
    Fig 9: Installing Manual Lever Detent Spring
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    10. NOTE: The use of petroleum jelly will hold the thrust washers in place during assembly.
    Fig 10: Installing Thrust Washers
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  10. Install the thrust washers.
    1. Install the No. 1 drive sprocket thrust washer.
    2. Install the No. 3 chain cover thrust washer.
  11. Install internal wire harness if it was removed.
Fig 11: Installing Internal Wiring Harness
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