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Cover - Timing: Installation

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Fig 1: Front Cover Slide Bushings
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  1. Clean timing chain cover and block surface.
    NOTE: Always install a new gasket on timing cover.
  2. Verify that the slide bushings (1) are installed in timing cover.
  3. Install cover and new gasket. Tighten fasteners to 28 N.m (250 in. lbs.).
    NOTE: The large lifting stud is torqued to 55 N.m (40 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 2: Oil Pan Torque Sequence
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  4. Install the oil pan and pick up tube. Refer to PAN - OIL .
  5. Install the A/C compressor. See 5.7L/6.1L ENGINES .
  6. Install the generator. Refer to INSTALLATION .
  7. Install power steering pump. Refer to INSTALLATION .
  8. Install the dipstick support bolt.
  9. Install the thermostat housing.
  10. Install crankshaft damper. Refer to INSTALLATION .
    Fig 3: Identifying Accessory Drive Belt
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  11. Install accessory drive belt tensioner assembly and both idler pulleys.
    Fig 4: Removing/Installing Engine Covers
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  12. Install the radiator lower hose.
  13. Install both heater hoses at the timing cover.
  14. Install radiator fan shroud.
  15. Install the cooling fan.
  16. Install the accessory drive belt.
  17. Install the coolant bottle and washer bottle.
  18. Install the upper radiator hose.
  19. Install the air cleaner assembly.
  20. Fill cooling system.
  21. Refill engine oil.
  22. Connect the battery negative cable.
  23. Install the engine covers (1).