Timing Chain: Installation

Tightening torque: 

19.60 ~ 24.50 N.m (2.0 ~ 2.5 kgf.m, 14.17 ~ 18.08 lb-ft)

Fig 4: Locating LH Timing Chain Guide

To install the timing chain with no slack between each shaft (cam, crank), follow the procedure below.

Crankshaft sprocket → Timing chain guide → Exhaust camshaft sprocket (C) → Intake camshaft sprocket (D).

The timing mark of each sprocket should be matched with timing mark (color link) of timing chain at installing timing chain.

Fig 5: Identifying Timing Mark Of Camshaft Sprocket Matched With Timing Mark (Color Link) Of Timing Chain

Fig 6: Identifying Timing Mark Of Crankshaft Sprocket Matched With Timing Mark Of Timing Chain

Tightening torque: 

18.62 ~ 21.56 N.m (1.9 ~ 2.2 kgf.m, 13.74 ~ 15.91 lb-ft)

Tightening torque: 

9.80 ~ 11.76 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68 lb-ft)

Fig 7: Locating LH Chain Tensioner And LH Timing Chain Tensioner Arm

Tightening torque: 

9.80 ~ 11.76 N.m(1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68 lb-ft)

Fig 8: Locating LH Cam-To-Cam Guide

Tightening torque: 

18.62 ~ 21.56 N.m(1.9 ~ 2.2 kgf.m, 13.74 ~ 15.91 lb-ft)

Fig 10: Locating Oil Pump Chain And Oil Pump Sprocket

Tightening torque: 

19.60 ~ 24.50 N.m (2.0 ~ 2.5 kgf.m, 14.17 ~ 18.08 lb-ft)

Fig 11: Locating RH Timing Chain Guide

To install the timing chain with no slack between each shaft (cam, crank), follow the procedure below.

Crankshaft sprocket (A) → Intake camshaft sprocket (B) → Exhaust camshaft sprocket (C).

The timing mark of each sprocket should be matched with timing mark (color link) of timing chain at installing timing chain.

Fig 12: Identifying Timing Mark Of Crankshaft Sprocket Matched With Timing Mark (Color Link) Of Timing Chain

Fig 13: Identifying Timing Mark Of Camshaft Sprocket Matched With Timing Mark (Color Link) Of Timing Chain

Tightening torque: 

18.62 ~ 21.56 N.m (1.9 ~ 2.2 kgf.m, 13.74 ~ 15.91 lb-ft)

Tightening torque: 

9.80 ~ 11.76 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68 lb-ft)

Fig 14: Locating RH Timing Chain Auto Tensioner And RH Timing Chain Tensioner Arm

Tightening torque: 

9.80 ~ 11.76 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68 lb-ft)

Fig 15: Locating RH Cam-To-Cam Guide

Tightening torque: 

9.80 ~ 11.76 N.m(1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68 lb-ft)

Fig 16: Locating Oil Pump Chain Guide

Tightening torque: 

9.80 ~ 11.76 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68 lb-ft)

Fig 17: Locating Oil Pump Chain Tensioner Assembly

Tightening torque: 

9.80 ~ 11.76 Nm (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68 lb-ft)

Fig 20: Locating Oil Pump Chain Cover

1. The sealant locations on chain cover and on counter parts (cylinder head, cylinder block, and lower oil pan) must be free of engine oil and ETC.
2. Before assembling the timing chain cover, the liquid sealant TB1217H should be applied on the gap between cylinder head and cylinder block.

   The part must be assembled within 5 minutes after sealant was applied.

   Bead width:  2.5 mm (0.1 in.)

   Fig 21: Identifying Sealant Locations On Chain Cover

   
3. After applying liquid sealant TB1217H on the timing chain cover.

   The part must be assembled within 5 minutes after sealant was applied.

   Sealant should be applied without discontinuity.

   Bead width:  2.5 mm (0.1 in.)

   Fig 22: Identifying Timing Chain Cover Liquid Sealant TB1217H Applying Specifications

   
4. Install the new gasket (A) to the timing chain cover.
   Fig 23: Locating Timing Chain Cover Gasket

   
   NOTE: During timing cover installation, care not to take off applied sealant on the timing cover by contact with other parts.
5. The dowel pins on the cylinder block and holes on the timing chain cover should be used as a reference in order to assemble the timing chain cover to be in exact position.

   Tightening torque: 

   B(17): 18.62 ~ 21.56 N.m (1.9 ~ 2.2 kgf.m, 13.74 ~ 15.91 lb-ft)

   C(4): 9.80 ~ 11.76 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68 lb-ft)

   D(1): 58.80 ~ 68.80 N.m (6.0 ~ 7.0 kgf.m, 43.40 ~ 50.63 lb-ft)

   E(1): 58.80 ~ 68.80 N.m (6.0 ~ 7.0 kgf.m, 43.40 ~ 50.63 lb-ft)

   F(2): 24.50 ~ 26.46 N.m (2.5 ~ 2.7 kgf.m, 18.08 ~ 19.53 lb-ft)

   G(4): 21.56 ~ 23.52 N.m (2.2 ~ 2.4 kgf.m, 15.91 ~ 17.36 lb-ft)

   H(1): 9.80 ~ 11.76 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68 lb-ft)

   I(1): 9.80 ~ 11.76 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68 lb-ft)

   J(1): 9.80 ~ 11.76 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68 lb-ft)

   K(4): 9.80 ~ 11.76 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68 lb-ft)

   L(1): 21.56 ~ 26.46 N.m (2.2 ~ 2.7 kgf.m, 15.91 ~ 19.53 lb-ft) - New bolt

   Fig 24: Identifying Timing Chain Cover Bolts Tightening Torque

   
6. The firing and/or blow out test should not be performed within 30 minutes after the timing chain cover was assembled.

Tightening torque: 

7.84 ~ 9.80 N.m (0.8 ~ 1.0 kgf.m, 5.78 ~ 7.23 lb-ft)

Fig 25: Locating Water Pump Pulley

Tightening torque: 

Bolt(B): 81.39 ~ 85.32 N.m (8.3 ~ 8.7 kgf.m, 60.03 ~ 62.93 lb-ft)

Bolt(C): 17.64 ~ 21.56 N.m (1.8 ~ 2.2 kgf.m, 13.02 ~ 15.91 lb-ft)

Fig 26: Locating Drive Belt Auto Tensioner

Tightening torque: 

52.92 ~ 57.82 N.m (5.4 ~ 5.9 kgf.m, 39.06 ~ 42.67 lb-ft)

Fig 27: Locating Drive Belt Idler

Tightening torque: 

284.2~303.8 N.m (29.0~31.0 kgf.m, 209.76~224.22 lb-ft)

Fig 29: Locating Crankshaft Damper Pulley

• Install the SST (09231-3C300) to hold the ring gear after removing the starter.
Fig 30: Installing SST (09231-3C300) To Hold Ring Gear After Removing Starter

• Install the SST (09231-3D100) to hold the ring gear after removing the dust cover.

1. Remove the front muffler. (Refer to Intake And Exhaust system)
2. Remove the dust cover (A) on the bottom of the upper oil pan and unfasten the two transaxle mounting bolts (B).
   Fig 31: Locating Dust Cover On Bottom Of Upper Oil Pan And Transaxle Mounting Bolts

   
3. Adjust the length of the holder nuts (A) so that the front plate of the holder (B) puts in the ring gear (C) teeth.
4. Fasten the two transaxle mounting bolts in the original mounted holes.
   Fig 32: Locating Holder Nuts, Front Plate Holder And Ring Gear

   
5. Install the SST (09231-3D100) using the two mounting bolts. Tighten the bolts and nuts of the holder securely.

Fig 33: Identifying SST (09231-3D100) And Mounting Bolts

Crankshaft pulley → A/C pulley → idler pulley → alternator pulley → water pump pulley → P/S pump pulley → tensioner pulley.

Rotate auto tensioner arm in the counterclockwise moving auto tensioner pulley bolt with wrench.

After putting belt on auto tensioner pulley, release the auto tensioner pulley slowly.

Fig 34: Locating Drive Belt

1. The hardening sealant located on the upper area between timing chain cover and cylinder head should be removed before assembling cylinder head cover.
2. After applying sealant (TB1217H), it should be assembled within 5 minutes.

   Bead width:  2.5 mm (0.1 in.)

   Fig 35: Identifying Hardening Sealant Located On Upper Area Between Timing Chain Cover And Cylinder Head

   
3. The firing and/or blow out test should not be performed within 30 minutes after the cylinder head cover was assembled.
4. Install the cylinder head cover bolts as following method.

   Tightening torque: 

   9.80 ~ 11.76 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68 lb-ft)

   Fig 36: Identifying Cylinder Head Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence (LH And RH)

   
   CAUTION: Do not reuse cylinder head cover gasket.
5. Install the ignition coil.
6. Connect the RH ignition coil connector (A), the condenser connector (B) and install the wiring bracket (C).
   Fig 37: Locating RH Ignition Coil Connector, Condenser Connector And Wiring Bracket

   
7. Install the connector bracket (A) to the LH cylinder head cover.

Fig 38: Locating LH Cylinder Head Cover Connector Bracket

1. Install the surge tank (A).

   Tightening torque: 

   9.80 ~ 11.76 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68 lb-ft)

   Fig 39: Locating Surge Tank

   
2. Install the connector bracket (A) to the surge tank.

   Tightening torque: 

   6.86 ~ 10.78 N.m (0.7 ~ 1.1 kgf.m, 5.06 ~ 7.96 lb-ft)

   Fig 40: Locating Surge Tank Connector Bracket

   
3. Install the surge tank stay.

   Tightening torque: 

   27.44 ~ 31.36 N.m (2.8 ~ 3.2 kgf.m, 20.25 ~ 23.14 lb-ft)

   Fig 41: Locating Surge Tank Stay

   
4. Connect the brake vacuum hose.
5. Connect the PCV hose (C).
6. Connect the water hoses (B) to the ETC.
7. Install the ETC bracket (A).
   Fig 42: Locating ETC Bracket, Water Hoses And PCV Hose

   
8. Connect the LH CMPS connector (A) and oil pressure switch connector (B).
   Fig 43: Locating LH CMPS Connector And Oil Pressure Switch Connector

   
9. Install the wiring harness protector (E) and connect the LH ignition coil connector (A), injector connector (B), condenser connector (C) and ground (D).
   Fig 44: Locating Wiring Harness Protector, LH Ignition Coil Connector, Injector Connector, Condenser Connector And Ground

   
10. Connect the LH front oxygen sensor connector (A).
    Fig 45: Locating LH Front Oxygen Sensor Connector

    
11. Connect the OCV connector (A) and knock sensor connector (B).
    Fig 46: Locating OCV Connector And Knock Sensor Connector

    
12. Connect the ETC connector (A) and knock sensor connector (B).
    Fig 47: Locating ETC Connector And Knock Sensor Connector

    
13. Connect the PCSV connector (A), MAP sensor connector (B) and PCSV hose.
    Fig 48: Locating PCSV Connector And MAP Sensor Connector

    
14. Connect the RH injector connector (A) and ignition coil connector (B).
    Fig 49: Locating RH Injector Connector And Ignition Coil Connector

    
15. Connect the RH oxygen sensor connector (A) and tighten the power steering hose mounting bolts (B).

Fig 50: Locating RH Oxygen Sensor Connector And Power Steering Hose Mounting Bolts

Tightening torque: 

88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6 lb-ft)

Fig 51: Locating Engine Mounting Bracket, Bolts And Nuts

1. Using a gasket scraper, remove all the old packing material from the gasket surfaces.
2. Before assembling the oil pan, the liquid sealant TB1217H should be applied on oil pan.

   Bead width:  2.5 mm (0.1 in.).

   But marked area (*) to be 5.0 mm (0.2 in.)

   Fig 52: Identifying Liquid Sealant TB1217H On Oil Pan

   
   CAUTION:

   1. Make clean the sealing face before assembling two parts.
   2. Remove harmful foreign matters on the sealing face before applying sealant.
   3. When applying sealant gasket, sealant must not be protruded into the inside of oil pan.
   4. To prevent leakage of oil, apply sealant gasket to the inner threads of the bolt holes.
3. Install the lower oil pan (A).

Tightening torque: 

9.80 ~ 11.76 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.23 ~ 8.68 lb-ft)

Fig 53: Locating Lower Oil Pan

Tightening torque: 

8.8 ~ 10.8 N.m (0.9 ~ 1.1 kgf.m, 6.5 ~7.9 lb-ft)

Tightening torque: 

8.8 ~ 10.8 N.m (0.9 ~ 1.1 kgf.m, 6.5 ~7.9 lb-ft)

Fig 54: Locating Under Cover

Tightening torque: 

88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6 lb-ft)

1. Install the intake air hose and air cleaner assembly (C).
2. Connect the breather hose (B) to the air intake hose.
3. Connect the MAF sensor connector (A).

Fig 55: Locating MAF Sensor Connector, Breather Hose, Intake Air Hose And Air Cleaner Assembly