Chain Cover: Assembly

Measure the distance that the center bi-metal element pin protrudes from the chain cover.

Fig 1: Measuring The Distance That The Center Bi-Metal Element Pin Protrudes From The Chain Cover
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Using the special tool, install the bi-metal element.
1. Position the bi-metal strip onto the end of the pin.
2. Install the special tool under the bi-metal element.
3. Tap the retaining collar onto the pin until it seats against the tool edge.
Fig 2: Installing The Bi-Metal Element
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Using the special tool install the bi-metal element.
1. Position the bi-metal strip onto the end of the pin.
2. Install the special tool under the bi-metal element.
3. Tap the retaining collar onto the pin until it seats against the tool edge.
Fig 3: Installing The Bi-Metal Element
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Remove the slotted end of the bi-metal element and install the thermostat plate over the end and middle pins.

Fig 4: Installing The Thermostat Plate Over The End & Middle Pins
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Install the slotted end of the bi-metal element under the retaining ring.

Fig 5: Installing The Slotted End Of The Bi-Metal Element Under The Retaining Ring
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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: Installing New Seals On The Accumulator Pistons

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Install new seals on the accumulator pistons.
Install the pistons into the correct bore of the cover with spring pocket up.

Fig 7: Installing The Pistons Into The Correct Bore Of The Cover With Spring Pocket Up
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NOTE: The use of petroleum jelly will hold the accumulator piston shafts (7G094) in place while assembling the chain cover.

Fig 8: Installing The Accumulator Piston Shafts

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Install the accumulator piston shafts.
Install the manual valve detent spring.

Fig 9: Installing The Manual Valve Detent Spring
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NOTE: The use of petroleum jelly will hold the thrust washers in place during assembly.

Fig 10: Installing The Thrust Washers

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Install the thrust washers.
1. Install the No. 1 drive sprocket thrust washer.
2. Install the No. 3 chain cover thrust washer.
Install internal wire harness if it was removed.

Fig 11: Installing Internal Wire Harness
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