Engine Timing Cover(s) - Installation

INSTALLATION






NOTE: When using RTV, the sealing surfaces must be clean and free from grease and oil.

NOTE: When using RTV, parts should be assembled in 10 minutes and tighten to final torque within 45 minutes.

1. Clean all sealing surfaces Engine Gasket Surface Preparation.
2. Apply Mopar(R) engine sealant RTV (or equivalent) as shown at the cylinder head to block parting line (1,2).





3. Apply Mopar(R) engine sealant RTV (or equivalent) as shown at the ladder frame to block parting line (1,2).





4. Apply Mopar(R) engine sealant RTV (or equivalent) as shown in the corner of the oil pan and block.
5. Apply 2 mm bead of Mopar(R) engine sealant RTV (or equivalent) to the oil pan as shown.





6. Apply 2 mm bead of Mopar(R) engine sealant RTV (or equivalent) to the engine block (1,2) as shown.





7. Install timing chain cover (1) upwards from under the vehicle.
8. Install timing chain cover upper retaining bolts and tighten M6 bolts to 9 Nm (80 in. lbs.) and M8 bolts to 26 Nm (230 in. lbs.).
9. Install accessory drive belt tensioner. Tighten bolt to 24 Nm (212 in. lbs.).





10. Install right engine mount bracket (1). Tighten bolts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).





11. Install accessory drive belt upper idler pulley (1). Tighten bolt to 48 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).





12. Install engine mount adapter (2) and tighten bolts (3) to 68 Nm (50 ft. lbs.).
13. Install engine mount through bolt (4) and tighten to 88 Nm (65 ft. lbs.).
14. Remove jack from under engine.





15. Raise and support the vehicle Maintenance.
16. Install oil pan to timing chain cover lower retaining bolts (1) and tighten M6 bolts to 9 Nm (80 in. lbs.).





17. Install water pump pulley (4) and tighten three bolts to 9 Nm (80 in. lbs.).
18. Install crankshaft damper (2) Vibration Damper - Installation





19. Install accessory drive belt lower idler pulley (2). Tighten bolt to 48 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).





20. Install lower A/C compressor mounting bracket (2). Tighten the bolts to 24 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
21. Install A/C compressor (1). Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
22. Install right lower splash shield Splash Shield - Installation.
23. Lower vehicle.





24. Install cylinder head cover and ignition coils Cylinder Head Cover(s) - Installation.





25. Place the power steering pump in mounting position. Install the three bolts (1) through openings in the pulley (3). Tighten the mounting bolts (1) to 26 Nm (19 ft. lbs.).





26. Install the power steering hose hold down (2).
27. Install accessory drive beltSerpentine Accessory Drive Belt - Installation.





28. Install power steering pump reservoir (2). Tighten mounting screw to 12 Nm (106 in. lbs.).
29. Install windshield washer reservoir (1).
30. Install coolant recovery reservoir (3). Tighten mounting bolts to 4 Nm (35 in. lbs.).





31. Install clean air hose (5) and air cleaner housing (1) Air Cleaner Body - Installation.
32. Install air cleaner housing inlet.
33. Connect negative battery cable.





34. Operate engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. Check oil system for leaks and correct fluid level.
35. Install engine cover (1).