Fig. 2.260. Alignment of the crankshaft sprocket keyway with the installation mark
Align the crankshaft sprocket keyway with the timing mark, then set the piston of the first cylinder to the TDC position (fig. 2.260).
Align the timing marks on the camshaft sprockets so that they form a straight line when aligned with the top horizontal surface of the cylinder head.
Install the timing chain.
Fig. 2.261. Removing the limiter
After installing the chain adjuster, remove the wire or paper clip installed in the chain tensioner and tighten the timing chain. Remove the installed limiter when installing a new chain tensioner (fig. 2.261).
Make sure there is no slack in the timing chain, then recheck the sprockets for proper installation.
Turn the crankshaft clockwise two revolutions, and then check the valve opening and closing timing.
Fig. 2.262. Places where sealant is applied to the front engine cover
Apply silicone sealant to the front engine cover as shown in Figure 2.262.
Caution! Install the front engine cover 10 minutes after applying the silicone sealant.
Thickness of the applied sealant bead: 2–4 mm.
Fig. 2.263. The order of tightening the bolts for fastening the front engine cover
Tighten the front engine cover mounting bolts in the order shown in Figure 2.263.
Install bolt #1 using a new sealing washer.
Apply clean engine oil to the front oil seal.
Insert the front oil seal into the front engine cover by hand.
Fig. 2.264. Pressing in the front oil seal
Press in the front oil seal using a special tool and a hammer (fig. 2.264).
Pressing depth: from the front engine cover – 0–0.5 mm.
Fig. 2.265. Diagram of pressing in a new front oil seal