Cam Chain Installation

Cam Chain Installation

NOTE: Keep the cam chain away from magnetic fields.

1. Set the crankshaft to top dead center (TDC). Align the TDC mark (A) on the crankshaft sprocket with the pointer (B) on the engine block.






2. Set the camshaft to TDC. The "UP" mark (A) on the camshaft sprocket should be at the top, and the TDC grooves (B) on the camshaft sprocket should line up with the top edge of the head.






3. Install the cam chain on the crankshaft sprocket with the colored piece (A) aligned with the mark (B) on the crankshaft sprocket.






4. Install the cam chain on the camshaft sprocket with the colored link plate (A) aligned with the mark (B) on the camshaft sprocket.






5. Install the cam chain guide (A) and the cam chain tensioner arm (B).






6. Compress the auto-tensioner when replacing the cam chain. Remove the 1.0 mm (1/32 in) diameter pin (A) from the auto-tensioner that was installed during removal. Turn the plate (B) counterclockwise, to release the lock, then press the rod (C), and set the first cam (D) to the first edge of the rack (E). Insert the diameter pin into the holes (F).

NOTE: If the chain tensioner is not set up as described, the tensioner will become damaged.






7. Install the auto-tensioner.






8. Remove the diameter pin from the auto-tensioner.





9. Check the crankshaft oil seal for damage. If the oil seal is damaged, replace the crankshaft oil seal Cam Chain Case Oil Seal Installation.

10. Remove all of the old liquid gasket from the oil pump mating surfaces, the bolts, and the bolt holes.

11. Clean and dry the oil pump mating surfaces.

12. Apply liquid gasket, P/N 08717-0004, 08718-0003, or 08718-0009 to the engine block mating surface of the oil pump, and to the inside edge of the threaded bolt holes. Install the component within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket.

NOTE:

- Apply a 2.5 mm (0.098 in) diameter bead of liquid gasket along the broken line (A), (B), and (C).
- If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply new liquid gasket.





13. Apply liquid gasket, P/N 08717-0004, 08718-0003, or 08718-0009 to the oil pan mating surface of the oil pump, and to the inside edge of the threaded bolt holes. Install the component within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket.

NOTE:

- Apply a 2.5 mm (0.098 in) diameter bead of liquid gasket along the broken line (A).
- If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply new liquid gasket.





14. Install new O-rings (A) on the oil pump. Set the edge of the oil pump (B) on the edge of the oil pan (C), then install the oil pump on the engine block (D). Loosely install the dowel bolts (E), then tighten the 8 mm bolts (F), the 6 mm bolts (G) and the dowel bolts. Wipe off the excess liquid gasket on the oil pan and oil pump mating surface.

NOTE:

- When installing the oil pump, do not slide the bottom surface onto the oil pan mounting surface.
- Wait at least 30 minutes to allow liquid gasket to cure before filling the engine with oil.
- Do not run the engine within 3 hours after installing the oil pump.










15. Install the side engine mount bracket (A), then loosely tighten the new bolt and nut (B), then loosely tighten the bolt (C).





16. Install the ground cable (D).

17. Remove the air cleaner Service and Repair.

18. Loosen the transmission mount bracket mounting bolt and nuts (A).

M/T model





A/T model





19. Remove the jack and the wood block.

20. Raise the vehicle on the lift.

21. Loosen the lower torque rod mounting bolt (A).





22. Lower the vehicle on the lift.

23. Tighten the side engine mount bracket mounting bolts and nut.






24. Tighten the transmission mount bracket mounting bolt and nuts.

M/T model





A/T model





25. Raise the vehicle on the lift.

26. Tighten the lower torque rod mounting bolt.





27. Lower the vehicle on the lift.

28. Install the air cleaner Service and Repair.

29. Install the upper torque rod (A), then tighten the new upper torque rod mounting bolts in the numbered sequence shown.

M/T model





A/T model





30. Install the bolt (B) securing the A/C line.

31. Install the crankshaft pulley.

32. Connect the PCV hose.





33. Install the cylinder head cover Cylinder Head Cover Installation.

34. Install the drive belt auto-tensioner Removal and Replacement.

35. Install the splash shield.

36. Install the right front wheel.

37. Do the CKP pattern clear/CKP pattern learn procedure.