Timing Chain: Installation

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Install the crankshaft sprocket (A).

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Install the oil pump chain.
(Refer to Lubrication System - "OIL PUMP ")
Make sure the mounting surfaces of the crankshaft key and the lower crankcase are in a straight line. At this time, the piston of cylinder 1 is positioned at compression top dead center.

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Rotate so that the TDC marks on the intake CVVT sprocket and exhaust CVVT sprocket are aligned with the top surface of the cylinder head so that cylinder 1 is at compression top dead center.

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Install the timing chain guide, and then tighten the bolt.
Tightening torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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Install the timing chain (B) and the timing chain tensioner arm (A).
Tightening torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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NOTE: When installing the timing chain, align the timing marks (A) on each sprocket with the timing marks (B) on the timing chain.

[Intake CVVT]

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[Exhaust CVVT]

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[Crankshaft]

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Install the timing chain tensioner (A) and remove the retaining pin (B).
Tightening torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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Install the timing chain cam to cam guide, and then tighten the bolts.
Tightening torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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Turn the crankshaft clockwise 2 turns and check that the TDC marks on the front of the intake and exhaust CVVT sprockets are facing each other.

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Use the crankshaft damper pulley bolts to rotate the crankshaft 2 turns clockwise.
Install in reverse order of removal.
Fill the engine oil.
(Refer to Lubrication System - "ENGINE OIL ")
Start engine and check for any leaks.