Removal ProcedureRemove the engine front cover. Refer toEngine Front Cover Replacement.
Note:If the entire camshaft timing system is not inStage-2,Timing Chain Alignment Diagram, mark the timing chain andsprockets in order to ensure proper reassembly.
Remove the primary camshaft drive chain tensioner. Refer toPrimary Camshaft Intermediate Drive Chain Tensioner Removal.Installation ProcedureInstall the primary camshaft drive chain tensioner. Refer toPrimary Camshaft Intermediate Drive Chain Tensioner Installation.Install the engine front cover. Refer toEngine Front Cover Replacement.
Oil Pan Cleaning and Inspection Engine Lubrication Oil Sump/Pan
Clean the oil pan mating surface.Clean the oil pan-(1). Remove all the sludge andthe oil deposits.Inspect the threads for the engine oil drain plug.Inspect the oil pan for cracking near the pan rail and thetransmission mounting points.Inspect the oil pan for cracking resulting from impact orflying r ...