Engine Timing Cover(s) - Installation

INSTALLATION










1. Inspect and clean timing chain cover sealing surfaces.
2. Before installing timing cover gasket apply a 1/8 inch bead of Mopar(R) Engine RTV GEN II to the parting lines (1) between the oil pan and cylinder block.





3. Install timing cover (2) and gasket (1). Tighten M10 cover bolts to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.) and M6 bolts to 12 Nm (105 in. lbs.).
4. Install front crankshaft oil seal using Special Tool 6780-2 sleeve and 6780-1 installer.
5. Install right engine mount Engine Mount Insulator - Installation.
6. Install screws attaching heater supply tube to right front frame rail area.










7. Connect heater hose to supply tube at right front frame rail area.
8. Install AC/Generator belt tensioner/bracket assembly.
9. Install crankshaft vibration damper. Vibration Damper - Installation
10. Install accessory drive belts (2) Serpentine Accessory Drive Belt - Installation.





11. Install belt splash shield and right front wheel.
12. Install coolant pressure container.
13. Fill cooling system.
14. Connect negative battery cable.