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55. Engine Front Cover Gasket Installation




Engine Front Cover Gasket Installation

Note: The complete installation procedure should be done in 10 minutes.

1. Clean the sealing surfaces and remove all remains of old sealing compound material.





Note: Refer to electronic parts catalogue to find a suitable sealing compound.

2. Apply sealing compound to the shown areas (1) and (2). The thickness of the sealing bead should be 2 mm (0.0787 in).





Note: Mind the guide sleeves.

3. Install the engine front cover gasket (1).
4. Install the timing chain. Refer to Camshaft Timing Chain Installation 56. Camshaft Timing Chain Installation.
5. Install the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover and Oil Pump Installation 57. Engine Front Cover and Oil Pump Installation.