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TIMING CHAIN
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NOTE:

To remove timing chain and associated parts, start with those on the left bank. The procedure for remov-
ing parts on the right bank is omitted because it is the same as that for removal on the left bank.

To install timing chain and associated parts, start with those on the right bank. The procedure for installing
parts on the left bank is omitted because it is the same as that for installation on the right bank.
REMOVAL
1. Remove the engine assembly from the vehicle. Refer to EM-69, "REMOVAL" .
2. Remove the following components and related parts:

Drive belt auto tensioner and idler pulley. Refer to EM-12, "DRIVE BELTS" .

Thermostat housing and water hose. Refer to CO-19, "Removal of Thermostat Housing, Water Outlet
and Heater Pipe" .

Power steering pump bracket. Refer to PS-26, "REMOVAL" .

Oil pan (lower), (upper) and oil strainer. Refer to EM-22, "OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" .

Ignition coil. Refer to EM-26, "IGNITION COIL" .

Rocker cover. Refer to EM-33, "ROCKER COVER" .
3. Remove the chain case cover (right bank) and (left bank).
a. Loosen and remove the bolts in the reverse of order shown.
b. Cut the liquid gasket and remove the covers using Tool.
CAUTION:
Do not damage mating surfaces.
4. Obtain compression TDC of No. 1 cylinder as follows:
a. Turn the crankshaft pulley clockwise to align the TDC identifica-
tion notch (without paint mark) with the timing indicator on the
front cover.
1. Camshaft sprocket (left bank EXH) 2. Camshaft sprocket (left bank INT) 3. Camshaft sprocket (right bank INT)
4. Camshaft sprocket (right bank EXH) 5. Front cover 6. Chain case cover (right bank)
7. Chain case cover (left bank) 8. Crankshaft pulley bolt 9. Crankshaft pulley
10. Chain tensioner cover 11. Front oil seal 12. Oil pump drive spacer
13. Oil pump assembly 14. Crankshaft sprocket 15. Bracket
16. O-ring 17. Timing chain tension guide (right
bank)18. Timing chain slack guide (right bank)
19. Timing chain (right bank) 20. Timing chain (left bank) 21. Chain tensioner (right bank)
22. Timing chain slack guide (left bank) 23. Timing chain tension guide (left
bank)24. Chain tensioner (left bank)
Tool number: KV10111100 (J-37228)
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INSTALLATION
NOTE:

The above figure shows the relationship between the mating mark on each timing chain and that of the
corresponding sprocket, with the components installed.

To install the timing chain and associated parts, start with those on the right bank. The procedure for
installing parts on the left bank is omitted because it is the same as that for installation on the right bank.
1. Make sure the crankshaft key and dowel pin of each camshaft
are facing in the direction as shown.
2. Install the camshaft sprockets.

Install the intake and exhaust camshaft sprocket by selec-
tively using the groove of dowel pin according to the bank.
(Common part used for both banks.)

Lock the hexagonal part of the camshaft in the same way as
for removal, and tighten the bolts.
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3. Install the crankshaft sprockets for both banks.

Install each crankshaft sprocket so that its flange side (the
larger diameter side without teeth) faces in the direction
shown.
NOTE:
The same parts are used but facing directions are different.
4. Install the timing chains and associated parts.

Align the mating mark on each sprocket and the timing chain for installation.
CAUTION:

Before installing chain tensioner, it is possible to change the position of mating mark on tim-
ing chain and each sprocket. After the mating marks are aligned, keep them aligned by hold-
ing them by hand.

Install the slack guides and tension guides onto the correct side by checking the identification mark on
the surface.

Install the chain tensioner with the plunger locked in with the stopper pin.
CAUTION:

Before and after the installation of the chain tensioner, make sure that the mating mark on the
timing chain is not out of alignment.

After installing the chain tensioner, remove the stopper pin to release the tensioner. Make
sure the tensioner is released.

To avoid chain-link skipping of the timing chain, do not move crankshaft or camshafts until
the front cover is installed.
5. In the same way as for the right bank, install the timing chain and associated parts on the left side.
6. Install the oil pump.
7. Install the oil pump drive spacer as follows:

Install so that the front mark on the front edge of the oil pump
drive spacer faces the front of the engine.

Insert the oil pump drive spacer according to the directions of
the crankshaft key and the two flat surfaces of the oil pump
inner rotor.

If the positional relationship does not allow the insertion,
rotate the oil pump inner rotor to allow the oil pump drive
spacer to be inserted.
8. Install the front oil seal using suitable tool.
CAUTION:
Do not scratch or make burrs on the circumference of the
oil seal.
KBIA2515E
KBIA2490E
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9. Install the chain tensioner cover.

Apply liquid gasket as shown.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-45, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants"
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10. Install the front cover as follows:
a. Install a new O-ring on the cylinder block.
b. Apply liquid gasket as shown.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-45, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants".
c. Check again that the timing mating marks on the timing chain
and on each sprocket are aligned. Then install the front cover.
d. Install the bolts in the numerical order shown.
e. After tightening, re-tighten to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
Be sure to wipe off any excessive liquid gasket leaking onto
surface mating with oil pan.
11. Install the chain case cover (right bank) and (left bank) as fol-
lows:
a. Apply liquid gasket as shown.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-45, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants".
CAUTION:
The start and end of the application of the liquid gasket
should be crossed at a position that cannot be seen after
attaching the chain case cover.
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KBIA2516E
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M6 × 50 mm (1.97 in) : No. 1, 20, 25, 26, 27
M6 × 80 mm (3.15 in) : No. 4, 5, 7
M6 × 20 mm (0.79 in) : Except the above
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b. Install the bolts in the numerical order shown.
12. Install the crankshaft pulley.

Install the key of the crankshaft.

Insert the pulley by lightly tapping it.
CAUTION:
Do not tap pulley on the side surface where the belt is installed (outer circumference).
13. Tighten the crankshaft pulley bolt.

Lock the crankshaft using suitable tool, then tighten the bolt.

Perform the following steps for angular tightening:
a. Apply engine oil onto the threaded parts of the bolt and seating area.
b. Select the one most visible notch of the four on the bolt flange.
Corresponding to the selected notch, put a mating mark (such
as paint) on the crankshaft pulley.
14. Rotate the crankshaft pulley in normal direction (clockwise when
viewed from engine front) to check for parts interference.
15. Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order
of removal.
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Crankshaft pulley bolt torque
Step 1 : 93.1 N·m (9.5 kg-m, 69 ft-lb)
Step 2 : additional 90° (angle tightening)
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CAMSHAFT
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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Camshaft Runout
1. Put V block on precise flat work bench, and support No. 1 and
No. 5 journals of the camshaft.
2. Set dial indicator vertically to No. 3 journal.
3. Turn the camshaft to one direction, and measure the camshaft
runout on the dial indicator (total indicator reading).

If measurement exceeds specification, replace the camshaft.
Camshaft Cam Height

Measure the camshaft cam height.

If measurement is not within the specifications, replace the cam-
shaft.
Camshaft Journal Clearance
Camshaft Journal Diameter

Measure the diameter of the camshaft journal.
Camshaft Bracket Inner Diameter

Tighten the camshaft bracket bolt to the specified torque.

Measure the inner diameter of the camshaft bracket.
Calculation of Camshaft Journal Clearance
(Journal clearance) = (camshaft bracket inner diameter) – (camshaft
journal diameter)

If measurement is not within specification, replace either or both
camshaft and cylinder head.
NOTE:
The inner diameter of the camshaft bracket is manufactured together with the cylinder head. Replace the
whole cylinder head as an assembly.Standard : Less than 0.02 mm (0.0008 in)
EMK0641D
Standard cam height
(intake & exhaust): 44.465 - 44.655 mm
(1.7506 - 1.7581 in)
Cam wear limit
(intake & exhaust): 0.02 mm (0.0008 in)
PBIC0039E
Standard diameter : 25.953 - 25.970 mm
(1.0218 - 1.0224 in)
PBIC0040E
Standard : 26.000 - 26.021 mm (1.0236 - 1.0244 in)
Standard : 0.030 - 0.068 mm (0.0012 - 0.0027 in)
PBIC1645E

CAMSHAFT
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5. Install the camshaft sprockets using the following procedure:
a. Install the camshaft sprockets aligning them with the matching
marks painted on the timing chain when removed. Align the
camshaft sprocket key groove with the dowel pin on the cam-
shaft front edge at the same time. Then temporarily tighten
bolts.

Install the intake and exhaust side camshaft sprockets by
selectively using the groove of the dowel pin according to the
bank. (Common part used for both banks.)
b. Lock the hexagonal part of the camshaft in the same way as for
removal, and tighten the bolts.
c. Check again that the timing mating mark on the timing chain and
on each sprocket are aligned.
6. Install the chain tensioner using the following procedure:
NOTE:
Left bank is shown.
a. Install the chain tensioner.

Compress the plunger and hold it using a stopper pin when
installing.

Loosen the slack guide side timing chain by rotating the cam-
shaft hexagonal part if mounting space is small.
b. Remove the stopper pin and release the plunger, and then apply
tension to the timing chain.
c. Install the chain tensioner cover onto the front cover (RH bank).

Apply liquid gasket as shown.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-45, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants"
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7. Check and adjust valve clearances. Refer to EM-51, "
Va l v e
Clearance" .
8. Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order
of removal.
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INSPECTION
NOTE:
Perform the following inspection after removal, installation or replacement of camshaft or valve-related parts,
or if there are unusual engine conditions due to changes in valve clearance over time (starting, idling, and/or
noise).
1. Warm up the engine. Then stop the engine.
2. Remove the engine cover, battery cover and air duct assembly. Refer to EM-11, "
Removal and Installa-
tion" , SC-9, "REMOVAL" and EM-14, "Removal and Installation" .
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Chain tensioner bolts : 6.9 N·m (0.70 kg-m, 61 in-lb)
Tensioner cover bolts : 9.0 N·m (0.92 kg-m, 80 in-lb)KBIA2479E
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CAMSHAFT
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3. Remove the right bank and left bank rocker covers using power tool. Refer to EM-33, "Removal and
Installation" .
4. Turn the crankshaft pulley in the normal direction (clockwise
when viewed from engine front) to align TDC identification notch
(without paint mark) with timing indicator.
5. At this time, make sure both the intake and exhaust cam noses
of No. 1 cylinder (top front on left bank) face outside.

If they do not face outside, turn crankshaft pulley once more.
6. Measure valve clearances at the locations marked “×” as shown
in the table below (locations indicated with black arrow).
NOTE:
Firing order 1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2

No. 1 cylinder compression TDC
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Measuring position (RH bank) No. 2 CYL No. 4 CYL No. 6 CYL No. 8 CYL
No. 1 cylinder at TDC EXH ×
INT××
Measuring position (LH bank) No. 1 CYL No. 3 CYL No. 5 CYL No. 7 CYL
No. 1 cylinder at TDCINT××
EXH××
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