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Chain Cover: Assembly

  1. Install the manual valve detent spring.
    Fig 1: Installing Manual Valve Detent Spring
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  2. Measure the distance that the center bimetal element pin protrudes from the chain cover.
    Fig 2: Measuring Distance That Center Bimetal Element Pin Protrudes From Chain Cover
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  3. Install the bimetal element and the retaining collars.
    Fig 3: Installing Bimetal Element & Retaining Collars
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  4. Using the special tool, gently tap the retaining collar onto the pin until it seats against the tool edge.
    Fig 4: Seating Retaining Collar Onto Pin
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  5. Using the special tool, gently tap the retaining collar onto the pin until it seats against the tool edge.
    Fig 5: Seating Retaining Collar Onto The Pin
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  6. Remove the slotted end of the bimetal element and install the thermostat plate over the end and middle pins.
    Fig 6: Removing Slotted End Of Bimetal Element & Installing Thermostat Plate Over End & Middle Pins
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  7. Install the slotted end of the bimetal element under the retaining ring.
    Fig 7: Installing Slotted End Of Bimetal Element Under The Retaining Ring
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  8. NOTE: Coat the new seals with petroleum jelly. Install new seals on the accumulator pistons.
  9. Install New Seals On The Accumulator Pistons.
  10. Fig 8: Installing New Seals On Accumulator Pistons
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    CAUTION: Do not allow the pistons to cock in their bores or damage to the seals may result.
    Fig 9: Installing Pistons Into Correct Bore Of The Cover With Spring Pocket Up
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  11. Install the pistons into the correct bore of the cover with the spring pocket up.
  12. NOTE: The use of petroleum jelly will hold the accumulator piston shafts in place while assembling the chain cover.
    Fig 10: Installing Accumulator Piston Shafts
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  13. Install the accumulator piston shafts.
  14. Install the internal wire harness if it was removed.
    Fig 11: Installing Internal Wire Harness
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