Part 2

Timing Drive Components













21. Install the 2 new RH VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) bolts and tighten in 4 stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

- Stage 2: Loosen one full turn.

- Stage 3: Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

- Stage 4: Tighten an additional 180 degrees.






22. NOTE: The 2 VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) oil control solenoids are removed for clarity.
Compress the RH secondary timing chain tensioner and remove the Secondary Chain Hold Down.

- Make sure the secondary timing chain is centered on the timing chain tensioner guides.






23. Compress the LH secondary timing chain tensioner and install the Secondary Chain Hold Down to retain the tensioner in the collapsed position.





24. Assemble the 2 LH VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) assemblies and the LH secondary timing chain.
- Align the colored links with the timing marks.






25. NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the camshafts slightly, to install the LH secondary timing assembly.
Position the 2 LH VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) assemblies and secondary timing chain onto the camshafts by aligning the holes in the VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) assemblies with the dowel pins in the camshafts.






26. Install the 2 new LH VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) bolts and tighten in 4 stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

- Stage 2: Loosen one full turn.

- Stage 3: Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

- Stage 4: Tighten an additional 180 degrees.






27. NOTE: The 2 VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) oil control solenoids are removed for clarity.
Compress the LH secondary timing chain tensioner and remove the Secondary Chain Hold Down.

- Make sure the secondary timing chain is centered on the timing chain tensioner guides.






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28. Install the upper LH primary timing chain guide and the bolt.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).






29. Install the crankshaft timing chain sprocket with timing dot mark out.





30. NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the camshafts slightly, to align the timing marks.
Install the primary timing chain with the colored links aligned with the timing marks on the VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) assemblies and the crankshaft sprocket.






31. Install the lower LH primary timing chain guide and the 2 bolts.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).






32. Install the primary timing chain tensioner arm.





33. Reset the primary timing chain tensioner.
- Release the ratchet detent.

- Using a soft-jawed vise, compress the ratchet plunger.

- Align the hole in the ratchet plunger with the hole in the tensioner housing.

- Install a suitable lockpin.






34. NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the camshafts slightly to remove slack from the timing chain to install the tensioner.
Install the primary tensioner and the 2 bolts.

- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).

- Remove the lockpin.






35. As a post-check, verify correct alignment of all timing marks.
- There is 48 links in between the RH intake VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) assembly colored link (1) and the LH intake VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) assembly colored link (2).

- There is 35 links in between LH intake VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) assembly colored link (2) and the 2 crankshaft sprocket links (3).






36. NOTICE: Do not use excessive force when installing the Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) oil control solenoid. Damage to the mega cap could cause the cylinder head to be inoperable. If difficult to install the VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) oil control solenoid, inspect the bore and VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) oil control solenoid to ensure there are no burrs, sharp edges or contaminants present on the mating surface. Only clean the external surfaces as necessary.

NOTE: A slight twisting motion will aid in the installation of the VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) oil control solenoid.

NOTE: Keep the VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) oil control solenoid clean of dirt and debris.

Install the LH intake VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) oil control solenoid and the bolt.
- Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in) then an additional 20 degrees.






37. NOTICE: Do not use excessive force when installing the Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) oil control solenoid. Damage to the mega cap could cause the cylinder head to be inoperable. If difficult to install the VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) oil control solenoid, inspect the bore and VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) oil control solenoid to ensure there are no burrs, sharp edges or contaminants present on the mating surface. Only clean the external surfaces as necessary.

NOTE: A slight twisting motion will aid in the installation of the VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) oil control solenoid.

NOTE: Keep the VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) oil control solenoid clean of dirt and debris.

Install the RH intake VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) oil control solenoid and the bolt.
- Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in) then an additional 20 degrees.






38. Remove the RH Camshaft Holding Tool.





39. Install the RH valve train oil tube and the 3 bolts and tighten in 2 stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).

- Stage 2: Tighten an additional 45 degrees.






40. Remove the LH Camshaft Holding Tool.





41. Install the LH valve train oil tube and the 3 bolts and tighten in 2 stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).

- Stage 2: Tighten an additional 45 degrees.






42. Install the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to Engine Front Cover Service and Repair.