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Special Tools

    • EN-6347 Bracket
    • EN-956-1 Handle / Extension
    • EN-48245 Camshaft Locking Tool
    • EN-48946 Crankshaft Locking Tool

    Object Number: 2027518  Size: SH

    Note: Ensure that the camshaft surface (2) is free from grease and oil.

  1. Install the camshaft drive sprocket (1).
  2. Install the camshaft drive sprocket bolt (4) and the camshaft drive sprocket bolt washer (3).

  3. Object Number: 2027174  Size: SH
  4. Rotate the fuel pump drive sprocket that the marks (1) and (2) align.

  5. Object Number: 2027494  Size: SH
  6. Install the timing belt (1) in the following order:
  7. Note: Examine that the timing belt is tensioned during the installation.

    4.1. Crankshaft sprocket (7)
    4.2. Water pump pulley (6)
    4.3. Fuel pump drive pulley (4)
    4.4. Timing belt idler pulley (3)
    4.5. Camshaft drive sprocket (2)
    4.6. Timing belt tensioner (5)

    Object Number: 2027177  Size: SH
  8. Turn the hex-key (1) tab in a counterclockwise direction to tension the belt. Turn until the point aligns with the notch (2).
  9. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  10. Aligning with (2) notch, tighten the timing belt tensioner bolt (3) to  25 N·m (19 lb ft) .

  11. Object Number: 2027175  Size: SH
  12. Remove the EN-48946 locking tool  (1) and remove the bolts (2). Remove EN-48245 locking tool  (4) from the lower crankcase hole (3). Install the lower crankcase closure bolt (5) and tighten to  30 N·m (23 lb ft) .

  13. Object Number: 2027173  Size: SH
  14. Turn the crankshaft in a clockwise direction 2 cycles and check the positions from the crankshaft.
  15. Note: If the timing marks are not aligned, repeat the forward procedure and recheck the marks. Alignment of marks is critical for engine performance and emissions.


    Object Number: 2027172  Size: SH
  16. Check the camshaft position.
  17. Note: 

       • Examine that the bore (1) in the camshaft (2) is on top.
       • Examine the correct positions of the camshaft and the crankshaft.


    Object Number: 2027460  Size: SH
  18. Install a NEW vacuum pump gasket (3).

  19. Object Number: 2027171  Size: SH
  20. Install EN-6347 bracket and EN-956-1 handle  (2) to fix the camshaft sprocket (1).
  21. Tighten the camshaft drive sprocket bolt to  133 N·m (99 lb ft) .