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Timing Chain - Installation (Cont'd)

EM-30prose procedure
Continued from EM-29

Installation (Cont'd)

  1. 15
    Install idler sprocket bolt.
  2. 16
    Install camshaft.
    Make sure camshafts are aligned as shown in figure.
    Identification marks are present on camshafts.
    Diagram of the cylinder head end showing camshaft alignment for installation. Labels intake and exhaust sides, knock pins, and the 10° - 11° angle of the camshaft alignment.
    SEM547D
  3. 17
    Install camshaft brackets and distributor bracket.
    Make sure camshaft brackets are aligned as shown in figure.
    Apply liquid gasket to distributor bracket.
    Tighten camshaft bracket bolts gradually in two or three stages.
    If any part of valve assembly or camshaft is replaced, check valve clearance according to reference data. After completing assembly check valve clearance. Refer to "Checking" and "Adjusting" in "VALVE CLEARANCE".
    Diagram of the camshaft brackets arranged by position (No. 1 through No. 5) for intake and exhaust sides, showing front marks and orientation. A 'Front' arrow indicates assembly direction.
    SEM549D
Reference data valve clearance (Cold) - IntakeCold
0.30mm (0.012 in)
Reference data valve clearance (Cold) - ExhaustCold
0.35mm (0.014 in)
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VALVE CLEARANCE

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