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Timing Chain: Installation

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  1. Install crankshaft sprocket on crankshaft.
    • Make sure mating marks on crankshaft sprocket face front of engine. 
      Fig 1: Installing Crankshaft Sprocket
      G02007576Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  2. Position crankshaft so that No. 1 piston is at TDC and crankshaft key is at 12 o'clock.
    Fig 2: Identifying Crankshaft Key
    G02007577Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  3. Install slack side timing chain guide and timing chain tension guide.
    Fig 3: Installing Slack Side Timing Chain Guide & Timing Chain Tension Guide
    G02007578Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  4. Install timing chain on crankshaft sprocket.
    • Set timing chain by aligning its mating mark with that on the crankshaft sprocket. 
    • Make sure sprocket's mating mark faces engine front. 
      Fig 4: Installing Timing Chain On Crankshaft Sprocket
      G02007579Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  5. Install camshaft sprockets.
    • Set timing chain by aligning mating marks with those of camshaft sprockets. 
      Fig 5: Aligning Camshaft Sprockets
      G02007580Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  6. Install camshaft sprocket bolts to correct torque.
    • Apply new engine oil to bolt threads and seat surface. 
      Fig 6: Tightening Camshaft Sprocket Bolts
      G02007581Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  7. Install chain tensioner.
    • Before installing chain tensioner, insert a suitable pin into pin hole of chain tensioner. 
    • After installing chain tensioner, remove the pin. 
  8. Install timing chain guide.
    Fig 7: Installing Chain Tensioner
    G02007582Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  9. Install O-rings to cylinder block.
    Fig 8: Installing O-Rings To Cylinder Block
    G02007583Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  10. Before installing front cover, remove all traces of RTV silicone sealant from mating surface using a scraper.
    • Also remove traces of RTV silicone sealant from mating surface of cylinder block.
      Fig 9: Removing Old RTV Silicone Sealant
      G02007584Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  11. Apply a continuous bead of Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent to mating surface of front cover. Refer to RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS .
    • Check alignment of mating marks on chain and crankshaft sprocket. 
    • Align oil drive spacer with oil pump. 
    • Place timing chain to the side of chain guide. This prevents the chain from making contact with water seal area of front cover. 
      Fig 10: Applying RTV Silicone Sealant
      G02007585Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  12. Install front cover.
    Fig 11: Installing Front Cover Bolts A-E
    G02007587Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    Fig 12: Tightening Specifications Bolts A-E
    G02007586Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    • Make sure two O-rings are present. 
      Fig 13: Identifying O Rings
      G02007588Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    • Be careful not to damage oil seal when installing front cover. 
  13. Install cylinder head bolts at engine front side as shown in Fig 14.
    • Tightening procedure: 

      Tighten bolts (1 - 4): 6.3-8.3 N.m (0.64-0.85 kg.m, 55.8-73.5 in.lb). 

      Fig 14: Installing Front Side Cylinder Head Bolts
      G02007589Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  14. Install oil pump drive spacer.
  15. Install water pump and water pump pulley. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  16. Install idler pulley and bracket.
    Fig 15: Installing Oil Pump Drive Spacer
    G02007590Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  17. Install RH engine mounting bracket.
    Fig 16: Installing RH Engine Mounting Bracket
    G02007591Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  18. Install RH engine mounting.
  19. Install oil pan. Refer to INSTALLATION. 
  20. Install crankshaft pulley.
  21. Remove ring gear stopper.
  22. Install starter motor.
  23. Install cylinder head front cover.
    • Apply RTV silicone sealant to cylinder head front cover.
    • Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS .
      Fig 17: Installing Cylinder Head Front Cover
      G02007592Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  24. Install Camshaft Position sensor (PHASE).
    Fig 18: Installing Camshaft Position Sensor
    G02007593Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  25. Before installing rocker cover, apply a bead of Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent, to mating surface of cylinder head as shown in Fig 19. Refer to RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS .
    Fig 19: Applying RTV Silicone Sealant
    G02007594Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  26. Install rocker cover gasket into rocker cover.
  27. Install rocker cover and tighten in numerical order as shown in Fig 20.
    Fig 20: Bolt Tightening Sequence
    G02007595Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  28. Install spark plugs.
  29. Install ignition coils.
  30. Install front exhaust tube.
  31. Install front/right-side splash undercover.
  32. Install front RH wheel.
  33. Install drive belts.

    Adjusting drive belt deflection. Refer to CHECKING DRIVE BELTS .

  34. Installation of the remaining parts is in reverse order of removal.
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