ENGINE MAIN PARTS - REASSEMBLY
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2.5 Installing the camshaft
(1) Apply engine oil to the journals and cams.
(2) Insert the camshaft (complete with the camshaft
gear) into the cylinder block.
Take care not to damage the journals or cams
when inserting the camshaft into the cylinder
block.
(3) Using an appropriate torque wrench and socket,
tighten the thrust plate mounting bolts to the
specified torque.
(4) Ensure that the camshaft rotates smoothly.
Also ensure that there is some end play by
sliding the camshaft to the front and rear.
2.6 Installing the idler gear
(1) Apply engine oil to the idler shaft.
(2) Install the idler gear so that the timing marks are
aligned with those of the meshing gears.
(3) Check the backlash between the gears.
Note: Refer to “Measuring the timing gear backlash”
on Page 2-23.
2.7 Installing the timing gear case
(1) Apply sealant onto the gasket and stick it in
place. Then, install the timing gear case onto
the front plate.
(2) Apply engine oil to the oil seal lips.
(3) Tighten the timing gear case retaining bolts.
Installing the camshaft
Installing the thrust plate
Aligning the timing marks
Installing the timing gear case
Apply engine oil
Tightening torque:
9.8 to 11.8 N
m
(1.0 to 1.2 kgf
m)
[7.2 to 8.7 lbf
ft]
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