Repair Procedures: Installation

Install the timing chain.
Crankshaft sprocket → Intake CVVT sprocket → Exhaust CVVT sprocket

Install the timing chain with no slack between the crankshaft sprocket and the intake CVVT sprocket.

Fig 1: Installing Timing Chain
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NOTE: The timing marks of each sprocket should be matched with timing marks (color link) of timing chain when installing the timing chain.
Install the timing chain cam guide (A).
Tightening Torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

Fig 2: Installing Timing Chain Cam Guide
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Install the timing chain guide (A).
Tightening Torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

Fig 3: Installing Timing Chain Guide
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Install the timing chain tensioner arm (A).
Tightening Torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m 1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

Fig 4: Installing Timing Chain Tensioner Arm
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Install the timing chain auto tensioner (A) and remove the stopper pin.
Tightening Torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

Fig 5: Installing Timing Chain Auto Tensioner
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Install the timing chain cover.
(Refer to Timing System - "TIMING CHAIN COVER ")
Install the cylinder head cover.
(Refer to Cylinder Head Assembly - "CYLINDER HEAD COVER ")
Add all the necessary fluids and check for leaks. Connect KDS/GDS. Check for codes, note, and clear. Recheck.

NOTE:

After assembling the fuel line, switch on the ignition (without operating the starter) so that the fuel pump runs for approximately two seconds and fuel line pressurizes.
Repeat this operation two to three times, then check for fuel leakage at any point in the fuel line.