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SPECIFICATIONS
MP7 ENGINE COMPONENTS — REAR OF ENGINE
Timing Gear Mounting Plate
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Figure 446 — Sealant Application Patterns — Head and Block to Plate
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Figure 447 — Torque Sequence Screw Numbers — Plate to Block
Remove all old sealant before attempting to apply new sealant.
Apply a 2 mm (5/64 inch) bead of MACK approved sealant to the ends of the cylinder head and cylinder block following the
patterns shown.
Attach the timing gear mounting plate to the cylinder head and cylinder block within 20 minutes of applying the sealant.
Important Note: Do NOT apply sealant to new, coated screws.
Do not reuse timing gear plate screws.
Tighten screws in the order indicated 28 ±4 N•m (21 ±3 lb-ft)