Cam Chain Installation

Cam Chain Installation

Special Tools Required

- Camshaft Lock Pin Set 07AAB-RWCA120

NOTE:

- Keep the cam chain away from magnetic fields.
- Before doing this procedure, check that the VTC actuator is locked by turning the VTC actuator counterclockwise. If not locked, turn the VTC actuator clockwise until it stops, then recheck it. If it is still not locked, replace the VTC actuator.

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 camshafts to TDC. The punch mark (A) on the VTC actuator and the punch mark (B) on the exhaust camshaft sprocket should be at the top. Align the TDC marks (C) on the VTC actuator and the exhaust camshaft sprocket.






3. To hold the intake camshaft, insert a camshaft lock pin set (A) into the maintenance hole in the CMP pulse plate A (B) and through the No. 5 rocker shaft holder (C).





4. To hold the exhaust camshaft, insert a camshaft lock pin (A) into the maintenance hole in the CMP pulse plate B (D) and through the No. 5 rocker shaft holder (C).

5. Install the cam chain on the crankshaft sprocket with the center of the two colored link plates (A) aligned with the mark (B) on the crankshaft sprocket.






6. Install the cam chain on the VTC actuator and the exhaust camshaft sprocket with the punch marks (A) aligned with the center of the three colored link plates (B).






7. Apply new engine oil to the threads of the cam chain tensioner mounting bolt.





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

9. Compress the cam chain auto-tensioner when replacing the cam chain. Remove the pin or lock pin (A) from the cam chain 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 1.2 mm (3/64 in) diameter pin or lock pin into the holes (F).

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






10. Install the cam chain auto-tensioner.






11. Install the cam chain guide B.






12. Remove the pin or lock pin from the cam chain auto-tensioner.






13. Remove the camshaft lock pin set.






14. Check the cam chain case oil seal for damage. If the oil seal is damaged, replace the cam chain case oil seal Service and Repair.

15. Remove all of the old liquid gasket from the cam chain case mating surfaces, the bolts, and the bolt holes.

16. Clean and dry the cam chain case mating surfaces.

17. Apply liquid gasket (P/N 08717-0004, 08718-0003, 08718-0004, or 08718-0009) to the engine block mating surfaces of the cam chain case, and to the inside edge of the threaded bolt holes. Install the component within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket.

NOTE:

- Apply a 3 mm (0.12 in) diameter bead of liquid gasket along the broken line (A).
- If you apply liquid gasket P/N 08718-0012, the component must be installed within 4 minutes.
- If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply new liquid gasket.





18. Apply liquid gasket to the engine block upper surface contact areas (B) on the cam chain case and lower block upper surface contact areas (C) on the cam chain case.

NOTE: Apply about 11 mm (0.43 in) diameter and about 3 mm (0.12 in) thickness of liquid gasket to areas (B) and (C).

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

NOTE:

- Apply a 3 mm (0.12 in) diameter bead of liquid gasket along the broken line (A).
- If you apply liquid gasket P/N 08718-0012, the component must be installed within 4 minutes.
- If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply new liquid gasket.





20. Install the new O-ring (A) on the cam chain case. Set the edge of the cam chain case (B) to the edge of the oil pan (C), then install the cam chain case on the engine block (D). Wipe off the excess liquid gasket on the oil pan and the cam chain case mating area.

NOTE:

- When installing the cam chain case, do not slide the bottom surface onto the oil pan mounting surface.
- Wait at least 30 minutes before filling the engine with oil.
- Do not run the engine for at least 3 hours after installing the cam chain case.










21. Install the engine mount bracket (A), then install the water bypass pipe mounting bolt (B).






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





23. Install the ground cable (D).

24. Remove the air cleaner Service and Repair.

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






26. Raise the lift to full height.

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






28. Lower the vehicle on the lift.

29. Tighten the side engine mount bracket mounting bolts and nut, and the side engine mount mounting bolt.






30. Tighten the transmission mount mounting bolt and nuts.






31. Raise the vehicle on the lift.

32. Tighten the lower torque rod mounting bolt.






33. Lower the vehicle on the lift.

34. Install the air cleaner Service and Repair.

35. Install the upper torque rod (A) and the torque rod stiffener (B), and tighten the new stiffener mounting bolts (C), then tighten the new upper torque rod mounting bolts in the numbered sequence shown.






36. Install the crankshaft pulley.

37. Install the VTC oil control solenoid valve Testing and Inspection.

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

39. Install the drive belt Service and Repair.

40. Install the front splash shield Front Splash Shield Replacement.

41. Install the front wheels.

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