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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 36660-A Torque Angle Meter
    • J 42069 Timing Belt Alignment Kit

    Object Number: 159005  Size: SH

    Important: The camshaft drive sprockets have numbered slots that must be aligned with the pins on the camshafts.

    When the numbered camshaft drive sprocket slot is properly installed on the camshaft pin, the reference mark near the gear of the drive sprocket, will align with the notch on the engine rear cover (1,2,3,4).

  1. Install the camshaft drive sprockets.
  2. Ensure the camshaft pins are installed in the correct numbered slot on the drive sprockets.


    Object Number: 159009  Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

    Important: Use new camshaft drive sprocket bolts, the old bolts are not reusable.

  3. Install the camshaft drive sprocket bolts with washers.
  4. Tighten

        • Use the relevant J 42069-1 or the J 42069-2 to hold the camshaft drive sprockets and the camshafts in place while tightening the camshaft drive sprocket bolts.
        • Use the J 36660-A to tighten the camshaft drive sprocket bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft) on the first pass, 60 degrees on the second pass and 15 degrees on the third pass.

Tools Required

    • J 42065 Crank Hub Holding Tool
    • J 42069 Timing Belt Alignment Kit
    • J 42098 Crank Hub TORX Socket

    Object Number: 894299  Size: SH
  1. Install the crankshaft drive gear.
  2. Install the NEW crankshaft drive gear bolt, hand tighten only.

  3. Object Number: 894904  Size: SH

    Important: Install the alignment pin in the correct numbered, alignment slot on the camshaft gear.

  4. Install the camshaft gear.
  5. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 894190  Size: SH

    Important: Use a new camshaft gear bolt. The required tightening method will stretch to its yield point, therefore, the bolt is not reusable.

  6. Install the camshaft gear bolt.
  7. • Use the kits tools J 42069-1 and J 42069-2 within the J 42069 to hold the camshaft gear and the camshaft in place while tightening the camshaft gear bolt.
    • Tighten the camshaft gear bolt.

    Tighten
    Tighten the camshaft gear bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft), plus 60 degrees, plus 15 degrees.


    Object Number: 894697  Size: SH

    Notice: Ensure both components are aligned correctly or serious engine damage will occur.

    Important: Do not rotate the crankshaft if the camshaft is not locked in place with 1-2 and 3-4 camshaft locks, J 42069 , and J42069-2.

    Important: Do not rotate the camshafts unless the crankshaft is at 60 degrees BTDC or valves may contact the pistons.

  8. Install the timing belt and ensure proper alignment. Refer to Timing Belt Replacement .

  9. Object Number: 894872  Size: SH
  10. Install the J 42065 in order to hold the drive gear and tighten the bolt using the J 42098 .
  11. Tighten

        • First pass
            Tighten the crankshaft drive gear bolt to 250 N·m (184 lb ft).
        • Second pass
            Plus 45 degrees
        • Final pass
            Plus15 degrees