Camshaft - Installation

INSTALLATION





1. The cam cap (1) is numbered (2) either one, two, or three, this corresponds to the select fit bearing to use.




2. Install the corresponding select fit bearing (1).
3. Oil all of the camshaft journals with clean engine oil.
4. Install camshaft phasers on camshafts if removed.
a. Install camshaft phaser making sure that the dowel is in the correct hole.
b. Install camshaft phaser bolt and hand tighten.




5. Install timing chain onto exhaust cam sprocket making sure that the timing marks (1) on the sprocket and the painted chain link are aligned.




6. Position exhaust camshaft and on bearing journals in the cylinder head.
7. Align exhaust cam timing mark (3) so it is parallel to the cylinder head as shown.




8. Install intake camshaft by raising the rear of the camshaft upward and roll the sprocket into the chain.




9. Align the timing marks (1) on the intake cam sprocket with the painted chain link.
10. Position the intake camshaft into the bearing journals in the cylinder head.
11. Verify that the timing marks (1) are aligned on both camshafts and that the timing marks (3) are parallel with the cylinder head.

CAUTION: Install the front intake and exhaust camshaft bearing cap last. Ensure that the dowels are seated and follow torque sequence or damage to engine could result.

NOTE: If the front camshaft bearing cap is broken, the cylinder head MUST be replaced.





12. Install intake and exhaust camshaft bearing caps and slowly tighten bolts to 9.5 Nm (85 in. lbs.) in the sequence shown.




NOTE: Verify that the exhaust bearing shells are correctly installed, and the dowels are seated in the head, prior to torquing bolts.

13. Install the front intake and exhaust bearing cap and tighten bolts to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.) in the sequence shown.




14. Verify that all timing marks (1,3) are aligned.
15. Remove allen wrench from timing chain tensioner.




16. Remove locking wedge 9701 by pulling straight upward on pull rope.




17. Apply MOPAR(R) thread sealant to timing tensioner plug (1) and Install.
18. Install right splash shield.




19. Remove RTV from gasket (1).
20. Inspect cylinder head cover gaskets (1,2) for damage. If no damage is present, gaskets can be re-installed.




21. Install cylinder head coverCylinder Head Cover - Installation.




22. Connect negative battery cable (1).
23. Fill cooling systemService and Repair.
24. Fill with oil.




25. Start engine and check for leaks.
26. Install engine cover (1).