Camshaft Removal & Installation: Installation

1. If the VTC actuator and/or the exhaust camshaft sprocket removed, install the VTC actuator  and/or the exhaust camshaft sprocket .

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1. Remove the wire tie while keeping light tension on the cam chain

2. Slide the exhaust camshaft (A) and the intake camshaft (B) in at an angle to allow the cam chain to slip over the teeth.

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3. Set the No. 1 piston at top dead center (TDC). The punch mark (A) on the VTC actuator and the punch mark (B) on the exhaust camshaft sprocket should be at the top. Align the TDC marks (C) on the VTC actuator and the exhaust camshaft sprocket 4. Apply new engine oil to the camshaft journals and lobes on both cams.

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1. Apply new engine oil to the threads of the camshaft holder bolts

2. Set the camshaft holders (A) and cam chain guide B in place.

Fig 1: Camshaft Holder Tightening Sequence

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3. Tighten the bolts to the specified torque in sequence.

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NOTE:  If the rocker arm assembly is disassembled, tighten the rocker shaft bolts.

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1. Apply liquid gasket  to the chain case mating surface of the chain case cover and to the inside edge of the threaded bolt holes.

2. Install the chain case cover.

Fig 2: High Pressure Fuel Pump Base With Torque Specifications

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1. Apply liquid gasket  to the cylinder head mating surface of the high pressure fuel pump base and to the inside edge of the threaded bolt holes.

2. Install the high pressure fuel pump base.

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1. Apply liquid gasket  to the cylinder head mating surface of the camshaft holder cover and to the inside edge of the threaded bolt holes.

2. Install the camshaft holder cover.

1. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, but do not operate the starter. After the fuel pump runs for about 2 seconds, the fuel rail will be pressurized. Repeat this two or three times, then check for fuel leakage.