Cover(S), Engine Timing: Installation
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- Clean the engine timing cover and engine block surface.NOTE:
Always install a NEW gasket when servicing the engine timing cover.
- Verify that the engine timing cover slide bushings (1) remain located in the engine timing cover.
- Using a new gasket, install the engine timing cover and tighten the retaining bolts (1) to the proper specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
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- Install the oil pump pickup tube (2) and the oil pan. Refer to PAN, OIL, INSTALLATION .
- Install the lower radiator hose and clamp.
- Install the vibration damper onto the crankshaft. Refer to DAMPER, VIBRATION, INSTALLATION .
- Install the generator. Refer to GENERATOR, INSTALLATION, 5.7L AND 6.4L .
- Install the A/C compressor. Refer to COMPRESSOR, A/C, INSTALLATION
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- Connect the camshaft position sensor wire harness connector (1).
- Install the heater tube (3) into of the water pump.
- Install the heater tube retaining bolt (1) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Connect the coolant temperature sensor wire harness connector (2).
- Install the oil cooler hose and clamp (2).
- Install the upper radiator hose and clamp (1).
- Fill the cooling system with the specified type and amount of engine coolant. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Change the engine oil filter and fill the crankcase with the specified type and amount of engine oil. Refer to OIL .
- Connect the negative battery cable.
- Perform the Refrigerant System Charge procedure. Refer to PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Start the engine and check for leaks.





