11C-1

GROUP 11C

ENGINE
MECHANICAL
<3.0L>
CONTENTS

GENERAL DESCRIPTION. . . . . . . . . 11C-2 OIL PAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-21

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 11C-21
ENGINE DIAGNOSIS. . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-2 INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-23

SPECIAL TOOLS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-3 CRANKSHAFT FRONT OIL SEAL. . . 11C-24

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 11C-24
ON VEHICLE SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-5
DRIVE BELT TENSION CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT CRANKSHAFT REAR OIL SEAL. . . . 11C-25
...................................... 11C-5 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 11C-25
IGNITION TIMING CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-5
IDLE MIXTURE CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-6 CYLINDER HEAD GASKET . . . . . . . . 11C-27
CURB IDLE SPEED CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-7 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 11C-27
COMPRESSION PRESSURE CHECK. . . . 11C-7
MANIFOLD VACUUM CHECK . . . . . . . . . . 11C-8 TIMING BELT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-29
LASH ADJUSTER CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-9 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 11C-29
INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-35
ENGINE ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-11
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 11C-11 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-35
FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
CAMSHAFT AND CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-35
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-16 SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-36
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 11C-16 SEALANT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-36
11C-2 ENGINE MECHANICAL <3.0L>
GENERAL DESCRIPTION

G EN ER AL DESC RIPTIO N
M1111000100107
The 6G72 (3.0L) engine is a six-cylinder engine. The cylinder numbers are assigned as 1-3-5 for the right
bank and 2-4-6 for the left bank from the front of the engine (timing belt side). This engine is fired in the order
of the 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 cylinders.

ITEMS SPECIFICATIONS
Type V-type, overhead camshaft
Number of cylinders 6
Bore mm (in) 91.1 (3.59)
Stroke mm (in) 76.0 (2.99)
Piston displacement cm3 (cu in) 2,972 (181.4)
Compression ratio 9.0
Firing order 1-2-3-4-5-6
Valve timing Intake valve Opens (BTDC) 15°
Closes (ABDC) 53°
Exhaust valve Opens (BBDC) 53°
Closes (ATDC) 15°

EN G INE D IA G N O SIS
M1111000700080

SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY

Compression is too Blown cylinder head gasket Replace the gasket.
low Worn or damaged piston rings Replace the rings.
Worn piston or cylinder Repair or replace the piston and/or the
cylinder block.
Worn or damaged valve seat Repair or replace the valve and/or the
seat ring
Drop in oil pressure Engine oil level is too low Check the engine oil level.
Malfunction of oil pressure switch Replace the oil pressure switch.
Clogged oil filter Install a new filter.
Worn oil pump gears or cover Replace the gears and/or the cover.
Thin or diluted engine oil Change the engine oil to the correct
viscosity.
Stuck (opened) oil relief valve Repair the relief valve.
Excessive bearing clearance Replace the bearings.
Oil pressure too high Stuck (closed) oil relief valve Repair the relief valve.

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SPECIAL TOOLS

SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY

Noisy valves Malfunction of lash adjuster (including Check the lash adjuster.
entry of air into high pressure chamber)
Thin or diluted engine oil (low oil Change the engine oil.
pressure)
Worn or damaged valve stem or valve Replace the valve and/or the guide.
guide
Connecting rod noise/ Insufficient oil supply Check the engine oil level.
main bearing noise Thin or diluted engine oil Change the engine oil.
Excessive bearing clearance Replace the bearings.

SPECIAL TO O LS
M1111000600124

TOOL TOOL NUMBER AND SUPERSESSION APPLICATION

NAME
MB991502 MB991496-OD • Ignition timing check
Scan tool (MUT-II) • Idle speed check

B991502

MB991453 MZ203827-01 Supporting the engine

Engine hanger assembly assembly during remove
and installation of the tran-
saxle
MB991453

GENERAL SERVICE MZ203827-01

TOOL
MZ203827
Engine lifter
MZ203827

MD998443 MD998443-01 Supporting of the lash

Lash adjuster holder (8) adjuster to prevent it from
falling when rocker shaft
assembly is removed or
D998443 installed

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SPECIAL TOOLS

TOOL TOOL NUMBER AND SUPERSESSION APPLICATION

NAME
MB990767 MB990767-01 Holding the camshaft
End yoke holder sprocket and crankshaft
pulley when loosening and
tightening bolt
MB990767

MD998715 MIT308239
Crankshaft pulley holder
pin

D998715

MD998713 MD998713-01 Camshaft oil seal

Camshaft oil seal installer installation

D998713

MB991559 − Camshaft oil seal

Camshaft oil seal installer installation (left bank side)
adapter (Use with MD998713)

B991559

MD998717 MD998717-01 Crankshaft front oil seal

Crankshaft front oil seal installation
installer

D998717

MD998781 General service tool Flywheel <M/T> or drive

Flywheel stopper plate <A/T> supporting

D998781

MD998718 MD998718-01 Crankshaft rear oil seal

Crankshaft rear oil seal installation
installer

D998718

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ON VEHICLE SERVICE

TOOL TOOL NUMBER AND SUPERSESSION APPLICATION

NAME
MD998051 MD998051-01 or General Cylinder head bolt
Cylinder head bolt service tool loosening and tightening
wrench

D998051

MD998767 MD998752-01 Timing belt tension

Tensioner pulley socket adjustment
wrench

D998767

MD998769 General service tool Used if the crankshaft

Crankshaft sprocket needs to be rotated to
spacer attach the timing belt, etc.

D998769

O N VEH IC LE SERVIC E
DRIVE BELT TENSION CHECK AND
ADJUSTMENT
M1111003100128
Refer to GROUP 00, Maintenance Service − Drive Belts
(Check Condition) P.00-39

IGNITION TIMING CHECK

M1111001700102

Required Special Tool:

MB991502: Scan Tool (MUT-II)
1. Before inspection, set vehicles in the following condition:
• Engine coolant temperature: 80 − 95°C (176 - 203°F)
• Lights and all accessories: OFF
• Transaxle: "P" range
CAUTION
To prevent damage to scan tool MB991502, always turn the
ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before
16 PIN connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991502.
2. Connect scan tool MB991502 to the data link connector.
3. Set up a timing light.
4. Start the engine and run it at idle.
5. Check that the idle speed is approximately 700 r/min.
MB991502 6. Select scan tool MB991502 actuator test "item number 17."
AC003081 AB 7. Check that basic ignition timing is within the standard value.
Standard value: 5°° BTDC ± 3°°
8. If the basic ignition timing is not within the standard value,
check the following items:

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ON VEHICLE SERVICE

• Diagnosis output
• Timing belt cover and crankshaft position sensor installation
conditions
• Crankshaft sensing blade condition
CAUTION
If the actuator test is not canceled, the forced drive will
continue for 27 minutes. Driving in this state could lead to
engine failure.
9. Press the clear key on scan tool MB991502 (select forced
drive stop mode), and cancel the actuator test.
10.Check that the actual ignition timing is at the standard value.
Standard value: Approximately 15°° BTDC
NOTE: Ignition timing fluctuates about ± 7° Before Top Dead
Center, even under normal operating condition.
NOTE: It is automatically further advanced by about 5° to
10° Before Top Dead Center at higher altitudes.

IDLE MIXTURE CHECK

M1111002100103

Required Special Tool:

MB991502: Scan Tool (MUT-II)
1. Before inspection, set vehicles in the following condition:
• Engine coolant temperature: 80 − 95°C (176 - 203°F)
• Lights and all accessories: OFF
• Transaxle: "P" range
CAUTION
To prevent damage to scan tool MB991502, always turn the
ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before
16 PIN connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991502.
2. Connect scan tool MB991502 to the data link connector.
3. Check that the basic ignition timing is within the standard
value.
Standard value: 5°° BTDC ± 3°°
MB991502 4. Start the engine and increase the engine speed to 2,500 r/
AC003081 AB
min for 2 minutes.
5. Set the CO, HC tester.
6. Check the CO contents and the HC contents at idle.
Standard value:
CO contents: 0.5% or less
HC contents: 100 ppm or less
7. If the CO and HC contents do not remain inside the standard
value, check the following items:
NOTE: Replace the catalytic converter when the CO and HC
contents do not remain inside the standard value, even
though the result of the inspection is normal for all items.
• Diagnosis output
• Closed-loop control (When the closed-loop control is carried
out normally, the output signal of the heated oxygen sensor
changes between 0 − 400 mV and 600 − 1,000 mV at idle.)
• Fuel pressures

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ON VEHICLE SERVICE

• Injector
• Ignition coil, spark plug cable, spark plug
• EGR system and EGR valve leak
• Evaporative emission control system
• Compression pressure

CURB IDLE SPEED CHECK

M1111003500115

Required Special Tool:

MB991502: Scan Tool (MUT-II)
1. Before inspection and adjustment set vehicles in the
following condition.
• Engine coolant temperature: 80 − 95°C (176 - 203°F)
• Lights and all accessories: OFF
• Transaxle: "P" range
CAUTION
To prevent damage to scan tool MB991502, always turn the
ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before
16 PIN connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991502.
2. Connect scan tool MB991502 to the data link connector.
3. Check the basic ignition timing.
Standard value: 5°° BTDC ± 3°°
4. Start the engine.
MB991502 5. Run the engine at idle for 2 minutes.
AC003081 AB 6. Check the idle speed. Select item number 22 and take a
reading of the idle speed.
Curb idle speed: 700 ± 100 r/min
NOTE: The idle speed is controlled automatically by the idle
air control system.
7. If the idle speed is outside the standard value, refer to
GROUP 13B, Diagnosis − Symptom Chart P.13B-22.

COMPRESSION PRESSURE CHECK

M1111002600090
1. Before inspection, check that the engine oil, starter and
battery are normal. Also, set the vehicle in the following
condition:
• Engine coolant temperature: 80 − 95°C (176 - 203°F)
• Lights, and all accessories: OFF
• Transaxle: "P" range
2. Disconnect the spark plug cables.
3. Remove all of the spark plugs.

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ON VEHICLE SERVICE

4. Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor connector.

CRANKSHAFT POSITION
NOTE: Doing this will prevent the engine control module
SENSOR CONNECTOR from carrying out ignition and fuel injection.
WARNING
Keep your distance from the spark plug hole when
cranking. Oil, fuel, etc., may spray out from the spark
plug hole and may cause serious injury.
5. Cover the spark plug hole with a shop towel etc., during
AKX01198 AB
cranking. After the engine has been cranked, check for
foreign material adhering to the shop towel.
6. Set compression gauge to one of the spark plug holes.
COMPRESSION 7. Crank the engine with the throttle valve fully open and
GAUGE
measure the compression pressure.
Standard value (at engine speed of 250 − 400 r/
min):824 kPa (119 psi)
Minimum limit (at engine speed of 250 − 400 r/min):575
kPa (83 psi)
8. Measure the compression pressure for all the cylinders, and
AKX01199AB check that the pressure differences of the cylinders are
below the limit.
Limit: 98 kPa (14 psi)
9. If there is a cylinder with compression or a compression
difference that is outside the limit, pour a small amount of
engine oil through the spark plug hole, and repeat the
operations in steps 6 to 8.
(1) If the compression increases after oil is added, the cause
of the malfunction is a worn or damaged piston ring and/
or cylinder inner surface.
(2) If the compression does not rise after oil is added, the
cause is a burnt or defective valve seat, or pressure is
leaking from the gasket.
10.Connect the crankshaft position sensor connector.
11.Install the spark plugs and spark plug cables.
12.Use the scan tool to erase the diagnostic trouble codes.
NOTE: This will erase the diagnostic trouble code resulting
from the distributor connector being disconnected.

MANIFOLD VACUUM CHECK

M1111002700105
1. Before inspection, set vehicles in the following condition:
• Engine coolant temperature: 80 − 95°C (176 - 203°F)
• Lights and all accessories: OFF
• Transmission: "P" range
2. Connect a tachometer.

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3. Attach a Tee-fitting union to the vacuum hose between the

fuel pressure regulator and the intake manifold plenum, and
VACUUM GAUGE connect a vacuum gauge.
4. Start the engine and check that idle speed is within
specification. Then check the vacuum gauge reading.
Idle speed:700 ± 100 r/min
Minimum limit:60 kPa (18 in Hg)

AKX01200AB

LASH ADJUSTER CHECK

M1111002900110
If an abnormal noise (chattering noise) suspected to be caused
by malfunction of the lash adjuster is produced immediately
after starting the engine and does not disappear, perform the
following check.
NOTE: An abnormal noise due to malfunction of the lash
adjuster is produced immediately after starting the engine and
changes with the engine speed, irrespective of the engine load.
If, the abnormal noise is not produced immediately after
starting the engine or does not change with the engine speed,
or it changes with the engine load, the lash adjuster is not the
cause for the abnormal noise.
NOTE: When the lash adjuster is malfunctioning, the abnormal
noise is rarely eliminated by continuing the warming-up of the
engine at idle speed.
However, the abnormal noise may disappear only when seizure
is caused by oil sludge in the engine whose oil is not
maintained properly.
1. Start the engine.
2. Check if the abnormal noise produced immediately after
starting the engine, changes with the change in the engine
speed.
If the abnormal noise is not produced immediately after
starting the engine or it does not change with the engine
speed, the lash adjuster is not the cause for the noise.
Therefore, investigate other causes. The abnormal noise is
probably caused by some other parts than the engine proper
if it does not change with the engine speed. (In this case, the
lash adjuster is in good condition.)
3. With the engine idling, change the engine load (shift from N
to D range, for example) to make sure that there is no
change in the level of abnormal noise.
If there is a change in the level of abnormal noise, suspect a
tapping noise due to worn crankshaft bearing or connecting
rod bearing. (In this case, the lash adjuster is in good
condition.)
4. After completion of warm-up, run the engine at idle to check
for abnormal noise.

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ON VEHICLE SERVICE

If the noise is reduced or disappears, clean the lash adjuster

(Refer to GROUP 11D-Engine overhaul − Rocker Arms and
Camshaft − Inspection P.11D-25.) As it is suspected that the
noise is due to seizure of the lash adjuster. If there is no
change in the level of the abnormal noise, proceed to step 5.
5. Run the engine to bleed the lash adjuster system. (Refer to
P.11C-10.)
6. If the abnormal noise does not disappear after air bleeding
operation, clean the lash adjuster (Refer to GROUP 11D-
Engine overhaul − Rocker Arms and Camshaft − Inspection
P.11D-25.)
Bleeding lash adjuster system
NOTE: Parking the vehicle on a grade for a long time may
decrease oil in the lash adjuster, causing air to enter the high
pressure chamber when starting the engine.
NOTE: After parking for many hours, oil may run out from the
oil passage and take time before oil is supplied to the lash
adjuster, causing air to enter the high pressure chamber.
NOTE: In the above cases, abnormal noise can be eliminated
by bleeding the lash adjuster system.
1. Check engine oil and add or change oil if required.
NOTE: If the engine oil level is low, air is sucked from the oil
screen, causing air to enter the oil passage.
NOTE: If the engine oil level is higher than specification, oil
GOOD
may be stirred by the crankshaft, causing oil to be mixed
with a large quantity of air.
MAXIMUM
NOTE: If oil is deteriorated, air is not easily separated from
oil, increasing the quantity of air contained in oil.
MINIMUM
AKX00328AB

NOTE: If air mixed with oil enters the high pressure chamber
inside the lash adjuster from the above causes, air in the
high pressure chamber is compressed excessively while the
HIGH- valve is opened, resulting in an abnormal noise when the
PRESSURE valve closes.
CHAMBER
This is the same phenomenon as that observed when the
valve clearance has become excessive. The lash adjuster
can resume normal function when air entered the lash
adjuster is removed.
AKX00329AB 2. Idle the engine for one to three minutes to warm it up.

AIR BLEEDING OPERATION PATTERN 3. Repeat the operation pattern, shown in left figure, at no load
OPEN THROTTLE CLOSE to check for abnormal noise. (Usually the abnormal noise is
VALVE GRADUALLY THROTTLE VALVE
eliminated after repetition of the operation 10 to 30 times. If,
APPROXI- however, no change is observed in the level of abnormal
MATELY noise after repeating the operation more than 30 times,
3,000 r/min
suspect that the abnormal noise is due to some other
IDLING 15s 15s factors.)
OPERATION
4. After elimination of abnormal noise, repeat the operation
ONCE shown in left figure five more times.
AKX00330 AB

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ENGINE ASSEMBLY

5. Run the engine at idle for one to three minutes to make sure
that the abnormal noise has been eliminated.

ENG IN E ASSEM B LY
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1112001000151

CAUTION
*: Indicates parts which should be temporarily tightened, and then fully tightened after placing the
vehicle horizontally and loading the full weight of the engine on the vehicle body.
Pre-removal Operation Post-installation Operation
• Hood Removal (Refer to GROUP 42, Hood P.42-5.) • Front Exhaust Pipe Installation (Refer to GROUP 15,
• Fuel Line Pressure Reduction [Refer to GROUP 13B, Exhaust Pipe and Main MufflerP.15-19.)
On-vehicle Service − Fuel Pump Relay Disconnection • Reserve Tank and Radiator Installation (Refer to GROUP
(How to Reduce Pressurized Fuel Lines) P.13B-523.] 14, Radiator P.14-15.)
• Engine Coolant Draining [Refer to GROUP 00, • Air Cleaner Installation (Refer to GROUP 15, Air Cleaner
Maintenance Service − Engine Coolant (Change)P.00- P.15-4.)
50.] • Drive Belt Tension Adjustment [Refer to GROUP 00
• Air Cleaner Removal (Refer to GROUP 15, Air Cleaner Maintenance Service − Drive Belts (Check Condition)
P.15-4.) P.00-39.]
• Reserve Tank and Radiator Removal (Refer to GROUP • Engine Coolant Refilling [Refer to GROUP 00,
14, Radiator P.14-15.) Maintenance Service − Engine Coolant (Change) P.00-
• Front Exhaust Pipe Removal (Refer to GROUP 15, 50.]
Exhaust Pipe and Main Muffler P.15-19.) • Accelerator Cable Adjustment (Refer to GROUP 17,
On-vehicle Service − Accelerator Cable Check and
Adjustment P.17-4.)
• Hood Installation (Refer to GROUP 42, Hood P.42-5.)

24 23 8.9 N·m
13
1 4.9 N·m 78 in-lb
43 in-lb
4.9 N·m
12 14 43 in-lb 4.9 N·m
43 in-lb
23 11
10
4 2
16
3
15 17
8.9 N·m
78 in-lb
5 7
6
9

8 19

18

20 21
22 AC004714 AB

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ENGINE ASSEMBLY

REMOVAL STEPS REMOVAL STEPS (Continued)

1. ACCELERATOR CABLE 12. THROTTLE POSITION
CONNECTION SENSOR CONNECTOR
2. MANIFOLD DIFFERENTIAL 13. IDLE AIR CONTROL MOTOR
PRESSURE SENSOR CONNECTOR
CONNECTOR 14. GROUND WIRE CONNECTION
3. CONTROL WIRING HARNESS 15. ENGINE COOLANT
AND POWER STEERING TEMPERATURE GAUGE UNIT
WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR
COMBINATION CONNECTOR 16. ENGINE COOLANT
4. EGR SOLENOID VALVE TEMPERATURE SENSOR
CONNECTOR CONNECTOR
5. EVAPORATIVE EMISSION 17. LEFT BANK HEATED OXYGEN
PURGE SOLENOID VALVE SENSOR CONNECTOR
CONNECTOR 18. STARTER CONNECTOR
6. KNOCK SENSOR CONNECTOR 19. GROUND WIRE CONNECTION
7. CRANKSHAFT POSITION 20. GENERATOR CONNECTOR
SENSOR CONNECTOR 21. OIL PRESSURE SWITCH
8. RIGHT BANK HEATED OXYGEN CONNECTOR
SENSOR CONNECTOR 22. A/C COMPRESSOR
9. INJECTOR CONNECTOR CONNECTOR
10. DISTRIBUTOR CONNECTOR 23. VACUUM HOSE CONNECTION
11. CONTROL WIRING HARNESS 24. BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM
AND INJECTOR WIRING HOSE CONNECTION
HARNESS COMBINATION
CONNECTOR

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ENGINE ASSEMBLY

27

25 25
32 N
33 4.9 N·m
42 N·m 43 ft-lb
FUEL RAIL 31 ft-lb
O-RING 26
ENGINE OIL

35 N·m 28
26 ft-lb

86 N·m
63 ft-lb
30
36

34 36
37

29 31
35
81 N·m*
60 ft-lb*

AC005055AB

>>D<< 25. HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL HOSE 32. POWER STEERING PRESSURE

CONNECTION SWITCH CONNECTOR
26. FUEL RETURN HOSE <<B>> 33. POWER STEERING OIL PUMP
CONNECTION 34. ENGINE MOUNT STAY
27. HEATER HOSE CONNECTION • TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
28. SUCTION HOSE CONNECTION (REFER TO GROUP 23A,
29. DRIVE BELT (GENERATOR AND TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY P.23A-
A/C COMPRESSOR) 290.)
30. DRIVE BELT (POWER STEERING <<C>> >>C<< 35. ENGINE MOUNT BRACKET
OIL PUMP) >>B<< 36. ENGINE MOUNT STOPPER
<<A>> 31. A/C COMPRESSOR <<D>> >>A<< 37. ENGINE ASSEMBLY

Required Special Tools: • MZ203827: Engine Lifter

• MB991453: Engine Hanger Assembly

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

<<A>> A/C COMPRESSOR REMOVAL
Remove the A/C compressor from the compressor bracket with
the hose attached.
NOTE: Place the removed A/C compressor where it will not be
a hindrance when removing and installing the engine assembly,
and secure it with a cord or wire.

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<<B>> POWER STEERING OIL PUMP REMOVAL

Remove the power steering oil pump from the engine with the
hose attached.
NOTE: Place the removed power steering oil pump in a place
where it will not be a hindrance when removing and installing
the engine assembly, and secure it with a cord or wire.
<<C>> ENGINE MOUNT BRACKET REMOVAL
1. Support the engine with a garage jack.
2. Remove special tools MB991453 and MZ203827 which
MZ203827 were attached when the transaxle assembly was removed.
3. Hold the engine assembly with a chain block or similar tool.
4. Place a garage jack against the engine oil pan with a piece
of wood in between, jack up the engine so that the weight of
the engine is no longer being applied to the engine mount
bracket, and then remove the engine mount bracket.
MB991453
AC000127 AB

<<D>> ENGINE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

After checking that all cables, hoses and harness connectors,
etc., are disconnected from the engine, lift the chain block
slowly to remove the engine assembly upward from the engine
compartment.

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

>>A<< ENGINE ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
Install the engine assembly, checking that the cables, hoses,
and harness connectors are not clamped.

>>B<< ENGINE MOUNT STOPPER INSTALLATION

Clamp the engine mount stopper so that the arrow points in the
ENGINE SIDE
direction as shown in the diagram.

ENGINE MOUNT
STOPPER

ENGINE MOUNT ARROW

BRACKET AC001714AB

>>C<< ENGINE MOUNT BRACKET INSTALLATION

1. Place a garage jack against the engine oil pan with a piece
of wood in between, and install the engine mount bracket
while adjusting the position of the engine.
2. Support the engine with the garage jack.

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3. Remove the chain block and support the engine assembly

MZ203827 with special tools MB991453 and MZ203827.

MB991453
AC000127 AB

>>D<< HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL HOSE INSTALLATION

CAUTION
Do not allow engine oil to enter the fuel rail.
1. Apply a small amount of new engine oil to the O⋅ring.
2. Turning the high-pressure fuel hose to the right and left,
HIGH- install it to the fuel rail, while being careful not to damage the
PRESSURE
O-ring. After installing, check that the hose turns smoothly.
FUEL HOSE
3. If the hose does not turn smoothly, the O-ring may be
clamped. Disconnect the high-pressure fuel hose and check
the O-ring for damage.
FUEL RAIL
4. Re-insert the fuel rail and check that the hose turns
O-RING smoothly.
AC001715 AB

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CAMSHAFT AND CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL

CA M SH AFT A ND CA M SHA FT O IL SEA L

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1112001900121

<LEFT BANK>
Pre-removal and Post-installation Operation
• Timing Belt Removal and Installation (Refer to P.11C-29.)
• Thermostat Housing Assembly Removal and Installation
(Refer to GROUP 14, Water Hose and Water Pipe P.14-
23.)

3
APPLY ENGINE OIL TO 1
ALL THE MOVING PARTS
WHEN INSTALLING 3.4 N·m
5
30 in-lb
4

(ENGINE OIL)
2 9
13 N·m
28 – 34 N·m 115 in-lb
21 – 25 ft-lb

N 10

11
N8

7
88 N·m
65 ft-lb

AC004834AB

CAMSHAFT REMOVAL STEPS CAMSHAFT REMOVAL STEPS

1. BLOW-BY HOSE CONNECTION 9. BATTERY CABLE AND
2. PCV HOSE CONNECTION HARNESS BRACKET
3. SPARK PLUG CABLE 10. THRUST CASE
4. BATTERY CABLE CONNECTION 11. CAMSHAFT
5. ROCKER COVER CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL
6. ROCKER ARM AND SHAFT REMOVAL STEPS
<<A>> >>D<< <<B>> >>B<< 7. CAMSHAFT SPROCKET
ASSEMBLY
<<B>> >>B<< 7. CAMSHAFT SPROCKET >>A<< 8. CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL

Required Special Tools: • MD998443: Auto-lash Adjuster Holder

• MB990767: End Yoke Holder • MD998713: Camshaft Oil Seal Installer
• MB991559: Camshaft Oil Seal Adapter • MD998715: Crankshaft Pulley Holder Pin

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CAMSHAFT AND CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL

<RIGHT BANK>
Pre-removal and Post-installation Operation
• Timing Belt Removal and Installation (Refer to P.11C-29.)
• Intake Manifold Plenum Removal and Installation (Refer
to GROUP 15, Intake Manifold Plenum P.15-5)

3
APPLY ENGINE OIL TO
ALL THE MOVING PARTS
WHEN INSTALLING
1
4
3.4 N·m
30 in-lb
2
28 – 34 N·m
21 – 25 ft-lb

9 6
8 13 N·m
7 115 in-lb

88 N·m
65 ft-lb
AC001717AC

CAMSHAFT REMOVAL STEPS CAMSHAFT REMOVAL STEPS

1. BREATHER HOSE <<B>> >>B<< 7. CAMSHAFT SPROCKET
CONNECTION 9. CAMSHAFT
2. BLOW-BY HOSE CONNECTION CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL
3. SPARK PLUG CABLE REMOVAL STEPS
4. ROCKER COVER <<B>> >>B<< 7. CAMSHAFT SPROCKET
5. ROCKER ARM AND SHAFT >>A<< 8. CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL
<<A>> >>D<<
ASSEMBLY
>>C<< 6. DISTRIBUTOR

Required Special Tools: • MD998713: Camshaft Oil Seal Installer

• MB990767: End Yoke Holder • MD998715: Crankshaft Pulley Holder Pin
• MD998443: Auto-lash Adjuster Holder

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CAMSHAFT AND CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

<<A>> ROCKER ARM AND SHAFT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL
1. Install special tool MD998443 as shown in the illustration so
that the lash adjusters will not fall out.
CAUTION
Never disassemble the rocker arm and shaft assembly.
2. Loosen the rocker arm and shaft assembly mounting bolts,
then remove the rocker arm and shaft assembly with the
bolts still attached.

MD998443
AC001718AB

<<B>> CAMSHAFT SPROCKET REMOVAL

1. Use special tools MB990767 and MD998715 to loosen the
camshaft sprocket mounting bolt.
MB990767
2. Remove the camshaft sprocket.

MD998715
ACX00301AB

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

>>A<< CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL INSTALLATION
1. Apply engine oil to the camshaft oil seal lip.
2. Use special tools MB991559 and MD998713 to press-fit the
LEFT RANK RIGHT BANK
camshaft oil seal.

MB991559 MD998713
MD998713

AC001719AB

>>B<< CAMSHAFT SPROCKET INSTALLATION

1. Install the camshaft sprocket.
2. Use special tools MB990767 and MD998715 to tighten the
camshaft sprocket mounting bolt to the specified torque.
MB990767
Tightening torque: 88 N⋅⋅m (65 ft-lb)

MD998715
ACX00301AB

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CAMSHAFT AND CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL

>>C<< DISTRIBUTOR INSTALLATION

CAMSHAFT 1. Align the timing mark of the camshaft sprocket (right bank)
TIMING SPROCKET with that of the cylinder head.
MARKS (RIGHT BANK)

AC001720AB

2. Align the mating marks on the distributor housing and

coupling, then install the distributor to the engine.

MATING MARKS

AC001721AB

>>D<< ROCKER ARM AND SHAFT ASSEMBLY

INSTALLATION
1. Rotate the camshaft until the dowel pin on its front end is
RIGHT BANK LEFT BANK
located as shown in the illustration.
NOTE: Placing the camshaft in the illustrated position
minimizes the amount of cam lift, making it easier to install
the rocker arm and shaft assembly.
2. Temporarily tighten the rocker shaft with the bolts so that all
rocker arms on the inlet valve side do not push the valves.
APPROXIMATELY 60˚
APPROXIMATELY 70˚

AC001722 AB

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CAMSHAFT AND CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL

3. Position the rocker shaft spring so that it takes a right angle

against the plug guide.
PLUG GUIDE
NOTE: Set the rocker shaft spring before installing the
rocker arm and shaft assembly on the exhaust side.
4. Tighten the rocker arm and shaft assembly mounting bolts to
the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 28 − 34 N⋅⋅m (21 − 25 ft-lb)
ROCKER SHAFT SPRING
5. Remove special tool MD998443.

ROCKER SHAFT
SPRING PLUG GUIDE

ACX00378 AB

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 ENGINE MECHANICAL <3.0L> 11C-21
OIL PAN

O IL PA N
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1112002800086

Pre-removal and Post-installation operation

• Engine Oil Draining and Refilling (Refer to GROUP 12,
On-vehicle Service − Engine Oil Replacement P.12-3.)
• Front Exhaust Pipe Removal and Installation (Refer to
GROUP 15, Exhaust Pipe and Main Muffler P.15-19.)

48 N·m
35 ft-lb
5 26 – 33 N·m
19 – 24 ft-lb 9

Ø 4 mm
6 (0.2 in)

GROOVE BOLT HOLE

3
4
(ENGINE OIL)
26 – 33 N·m
19 – 24 ft-lb

35 N·m
39 N·m 26 ft-lb
29 ft-lb 5.9 N·m 7
8 52 in-lb
SEALANT:
MITSUBISHI GENUINE PART
1 9.8 – 12 N·m NO. MD970389 OR
2 87 – 106 in-lb EQUIVALENT
7 AC001723AC

LOWER OIL PAN REMOVAL UPPER OIL PAN REMOVAL

STEPS STEPS (Continued)
1. DRAIN PLUG 4. STARTER
>>C<< 2. DRAIN PLUG GASKET 5. OIL DIPSTICK AND DIPSTICK
<<A>> >>B<< 7. LOWER OIL PAN GUIDE
UPPER OIL PAN REMOVAL 6. O-RING
STEPS <<A>> >>B<< 7. LOWER OIL PAN
1. DRAIN PLUG 8. COVER
>>C<< 2. DRAIN PLUG GASKET <<B>> >>A<< 9. UPPER OIL PAN
3. STARTER CONNECTOR

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

<<A>> LOWER OIL PAN REMOVAL
1. Remove the oil pan, lower mounting bolts.

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OIL PAN

CAUTION
Do not use the oil pan remover (MD998727). It will damage
the upper oil pan.
2. Place a wooden block against the lower oil pan as shown in
the illustration and remove by tapping with a hammer.

LOWER OIL PAN

AC001724 AB

<<B>> UPPER OIL PAN REMOVAL

1. Remove the upper oil pan mounting bolts.
2. Screw the bolts (M10) securing the upper oil pan to the
transaxle assembly in the illustrated bolt holes, then remove
the upper oil pan.

AC001725

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

>>A<< UPPER OIL PAN INSTALLATION
CAUTION
The bolt holes for bolts 13 and 14 in the illustration are cut
away on the transaxle side. Be careful not to insert these
12 8 4 1 5 9
bolts at an angle.
16 13 Tighten the oil pan, upper mounting bolts in the order shown.

15 14

11 7 3 2 6 10

REAR OIL
SEAL CASE
UPPER OIL PAN

TRANSAXLE
SIDE

AC001726AB

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OIL PAN

>>B<< LOWER OIL PAN INSTALLATION

Tighten the lower oil pan mounting bolts in the order shown.
6 2 4

10
9

8
7

5 3
1 AC001727AB

>>C<< DRAIN PLUG GASKET INSTALLATION

Replace the gasket with a new gasket. Install the new gasket in
the direction shown in the illustration.

OIL PAN
SIDE

DRAIN PLUG
GASKET
ACX00364 AB

INSPECTION
M1112002900083
• Check the oil pan for cracks.
• Check the oil pan sealant-coated surface for damage and
deformation.

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11C-24 ENGINE MECHANICAL <3.0L>
CRANKSHAFT FRONT OIL SEAL

CR AN KSH A FT FRO NT O IL SEAL

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1112003400111

Pre-removal and Post-installation Operation

• Timing Belt Removal and Installation (Refer to P.11C-29.)

ENGINE OIL

2
8.8 N·m 5
78 in-lb

6
4
3 AC001728 AC
1
REMOVAL STEPS REMOVAL STEPS (Continued)
>>B<< 1. CRANKSHAFT SPROCKET >>B<< 4. CRANKSHAFT SPACER
2. CRANKSHAFT POSITION 5. KEY
SENSOR >>A<< 6. CRANKSHAFT FRONT OIL SEAL
>>B<< 3. CRANKSHAFT SENSING BLADE

Required Special Tool:

• MD998717: Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

>>A<< CRANKSHAFT FRONT OIL SEAL INSTALLATION
1. Apply a small amount of engine oil to the oil seal lip and then
insert.
2. Using special tool MD998717, tap the oil seal into the front
CRANKSHAFT
case.
MD998717

MD998717
OIL SEAL ACX00363 AB

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CRANKSHAFT REAR OIL SEAL

>>B<< CRANKSHAFT SPACER/CRANKSHAFT SENSING

BLADE/CRANKSHAFT SPROCKET INSTALLATION
CRANKSHAFT To prevent the crankshaft pulley mounting bolt from loosening,
SENSING BLADE CRANKSHAFT
SPACER degrees or clean the crankshaft, the crankshaft spacer, the
crankshaft sensing blade and the crankshaft at the shown
positions.

CLEANING
CRANKSHAFT
SPROCKET CRANKSHAFT
SHADED PART : DEGREASE ACX01536 AB

CR AN K SH A FT REA R O IL SEAL
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1112003700112

Pre-removal and Post-installation Operation

• Transaxle Assembly Removal and Installation (Refer to
GROUP 23A, Transaxle AssemblyP.23A-290.)

72 – 76 N·m
53 – 56 ft-lb
2
3

ENGINE OIL

3N

AC004835AB

REMOVAL STEPS REMOVAL STEPS (Continued)

<<A>> >>B<< 1. ADAPTER PLATE <<A>> >>B<< 2. DRIVE PLATE
>>A<< 3. CRANKSHAFT REAR OIL SEAL

Required Special Tools: • MD998781: Flywheel Stopper

• MD998718: Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Installer

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CRANKSHAFT REAR OIL SEAL

REMOVAL SERVICE POINT

<<A>> ADAPTER PLATE/DRIVE PLATE REMOVAL
Use special tool MB998781 to secure the drive plate, and
MD998781 remove the bolts.

ACX00296 AB

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

>>A<< CRANKSHAFT REAR OIL SEAL INSTALLATION
1. Apply a small amount of engine oil to the entire
circumference of the oil seal lip.
2. Use special tool MD998718 to tap in the oil seal as shown in
the illustration.
MD998718

ACX00356 AB

>>B<< DRIVE PLATE/ADAPTER PLATE INSTALLATION

Use special tool MD998781 to hold the drive plate in the same
MD998781 manner as removal. Then install the bolts.

ACX00296 AB

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 ENGINE MECHANICAL <3.0L> 11C-27
CYLINDER HEAD GASKET

CYLIN DER H EA D G A SKET

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1112004000116

Pre-removal and Post-installation Operation

• Engine Coolant Draining and Refilling [Refer to GROUP
00, Maintenance Service − Engine Coolant (Change)
P.00-50.]
• Timing Belt Removal and installation (Refer to P.11C-29.)
• Generator Removal and Installation (Refer to GROUP16,
Generator P.16-14.)
• Intake Manifold Removal and installation (Refer to
GROUP 15, Intake Manifold P.15-10.)
• Exhaust Manifold Removal and Installation (Refer to
GROUP 15, Exhaust Manifold P.15-16.)
• Water Inlet Pipe Removal and Installation (Refer to
GROUP 14, Water Hose and Water Pipe P.14-23.)

4 2
4
1
3.4 N·m
30 in-lb 5 6
6
2
3.4 N·m
3 30 in-lb
<COLD ENGINE>
103 – 113 N·m → 0 N·m
→ 103 – 113 N·m
76 – 83 ft-lb → 0 in-lb
→ 76 – 83 ft-lb
<COLD ENGINE>
103 – 113 N·m → 0 N·m
9 → 103 – 113 N·m
76 – 83 ft-lb → 0 in-lb
→ 76 – 83 ft-lb
10 N

8
9
7

12 – 15 N·m
106 – 133 in-lb

AC004838AB

REMOVAL STEPS REMOVAL STEPS (Continued)

1. BREATHER HOSE 4. SPARK PLUG CABLE
2. BLOW-BY HOSE 5. BATTERY CABLE
3. PCV HOSE CONNECTION

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CYLINDER HEAD GASKET

REMOVAL STEPS (Continued)

6. ROCKER COVER
7. TIMING BELT REAR COVER
8. BATTERY CABLE
CONNECTION
<<A>> >>B<< 9. CYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLY
>>A<< 10. CYLINDER HEAD GASKET

Required Special Tool:

• MD998051: Cylinder Head Bolt Wrench

REMOVAL SERVICE POINT

<<A>> CYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLY REMOVAL
Using special tool MD998051, loosen the cylinder head bolts in
two or three steps in the order of the numbers shown in the
illustration, then remove the cylinder head assembly.
MD998051

FRONT OF
EXHAUST SIDE ENGINE

3 7 6 2
4 8 5 1

INTAKE SIDE

1 5 8 4
2 6 7 3

EXHAUST SIDE
AC001732 AB

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

>>A<< CYLINDER HEAD GASKET INSTALLATION
1. Wipe off all oil and grease from the gasket mounting
surface.
2. Match the shapes of the cylinder head holes with their
respective cylinder head gasket holes.

>>B<< CYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION

CAUTION
Be careful that no foreign material gets into the cylinder,
coolant passages or oil passages. Engine damage may
result.
1. Use a scraper to clean the gasket surface of the cylinder
head assembly.

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TIMING BELT

CAUTION
Attach the cylinder head bolt washer in the direction
CYLINDER HEAD BOLT shown in the illustration.
CYLINDER 2. Using special tool MD998051 and a torque wrench, tighten
ROUNDED
HEAD BOLT
SHOULDER the bolts to the specified torque in the order shown in the
WASHER
illustration. (in two or three steps)
CYLINDER Tightening torque: 103 − 113 N⋅⋅m (76 − 83 ft-lb)
HEAD
3. Loosen the mounting bolts in the reverse sequence to that
shown.
4. Tighten the mounting bolts progressively in the shown
sequence to the specified torque again.
Tightening torque: 103 − 113 N⋅⋅m (76 − 83 ft-lb)

MD998051

FRONT OF
EXHAUST SIDE ENGINE

6 2 3 7

5 1 4 8

INTAKE SIDE

8 4 1 5

7 3 2 6

EXHAUST SIDE
AC001733 AB

TIM IN G BELT
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1112004300117

Pre-removal Operation Post-installation Operation

• Generator Removal (Refer to GROUP 16, Generator • Engine Mount Bracket Installation (Refer to GROUP 32,
P.16-14.) Engine Mounting P.32-5.)
• Engine Mount Bracket Removal (Refer to GROUP 32, • Generator Installation (Refer to GROUP 16, Generator
Engine Mounting P.32-5.) P.16-14.)
• Drive Belt Tension Adjustment [Refer to GROUP 00,
Maintenance Service − Drive Belts (Check Condi-
tion).P.00-39]

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TIMING BELT

4
5
9.8 – 12 N·m 8
87 – 106 in-lb

12 – 15 N·m 9
106 – 133 in-lb

24 N·m 11
18 ft-lb
44 N·m
32 ft-lb 6

12 – 15 N·m
106 – 133 in-lb
3
10

(ENGINE OIL) 48 N·m 7

35 ft-lb
44 N·m
44 N·m 32 ft-lb
32 ft-lb

2 AC001734 AC
1 177 – 186 N·m
131 – 137 ft-lb

REMOVAL STEPS REMOVAL STEPS (Continued)

1. DRIVE BELT (POWER STEERING 6. TIMING BELT FRONT LOWER
OIL PUMP) COVER
<<A>> >>D<< 2. CRANKSHAFT PULLEY 7. ENGINE SUPPORT BRACKET,
>>C<<
3. TENSIONER PULLEY ASSEMBLY RIGHT
(POWER STEERING OIL PUMP) <<B>> >>B<< 8. TIMING BELT
4. TIMING BELT FRONT UPPER >>A<< 9. AUTO-TENSIONER
COVER, RIGHT 10. TENSIONER PULLEY
5. TIMING BELT FRONT UPPER 11. TENSIONER ARM
COVER, LEFT

Required Special Tools: MD998767: Tensioner Wrench

MB990767: End Yoke Holder MD998769: Crankshaft Pulley Spacer
MD998715: Crankshaft Pulley Holder Pin

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TIMING BELT

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

<<A>> CRANKSHAFT PULLEY REMOVAL
CAUTION
Use only the specified special tools, or a damaged pulley
damper could result.
Use special tools MB990767 and MD998715 to remove the
crankshaft pulley from the crankshaft.

MD998715

MB990767
AC001735AB

<<B>> TIMING BELT REMOVAL

CAUTION
Never turn the crankshaft counterclockwise.
1. Turn the crankshaft clockwise to align each timing mark and
to set the number 1 cylinder to compression top dead center.
CAMSHAFT CAMSHAFT
SPROCKET SPROCKET 2. If the timing belt is to be reused, chalk an arrow on the flat
(RIGHT BANK) (LEFT BANK) side of the belt, indicating the clockwise direction.
TIMING TIMING
MARKS MARKS 3. Loosen the center bolt of the tensioner pulley, then remove
the timing belt.

CENTER
BOLT

TENSIONER
PULLEY TIMING MARKS

CRANKSHAFT
SPROCKET

AC001736AB

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TIMING BELT

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

>>A<< AUTO-TENSIONER INSTALLATION
98 – 196 N 1. While holding the auto-tensioner with your hand, press the
(22 – 44 lb) end of the pushrod against a metal surface (such as the
cylinder block) with a force of 98 − 196 N (22 − 44 pound)
A B and measure how far the pushrod is pushed in.
Standard value: Within 1 mm (0.04 inch)
AMOUNT
PUSHED IN A: Length when no force is applied
B: Length when force is applied
PUSHROD A − B: Amount pushed in
AUTO-TENSIONER
2. If it is not within the standard value range, replace the auto-
ACX00306AC
tensioner.
CAUTION
• Place the auto-tensioner perpendicular to the jaws of
the vice.
• If there is a plug at the base of the auto-tensioner, insert
a plain washer onto the end of the auto-tensioner to
protect the plug.
3. Place two blocks in a vice as shown in the illustration, and
PLUG
then place the auto-tensioner in the vice.

PLAIN
WASHER

DOLLY BLOCKS ACX00333 AB

CAUTION
Never compress the pushrod too fast, or it may be
damaged.
4. Slowly compress the pushrod of the auto-tensioner until pin
PIN HOLE A hole A in the pushrod is aligned with pin hole B in the
cylinder.
PIN HOLE B
5. Insert the setting pin into the pin holes once they are
aligned.
NOTE: If replacing the auto-tensioner, the pin will already be
inserted into the pin holes of the new part.
CAUTION
Do not remove the setting pin from the auto-tensioner.
ACX00334 AB
6. Install the auto-tensioner to the engine.

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TIMING BELT

>>B<< TIMING BELT INSTALLATION

1. Align the timing marks on the camshaft sprockets with those
CAMSHAFT CAMSHAFT on the rocker cover and the timing mark on the crankshaft
SPROCKET SPROCKET sprocket with that on the engine block as shown in the
(RIGHT BANK) (LEFT BANK)
TIMING TIMING illustration.
MARKS MARKS
CAUTION
WATER
PUMP The camshaft sprocket (right bank) can turn easily due to
PULLEY the spring force applied, so be careful not to get your
fingers caught.
2. Install the timing belt by the following procedure so that
there is no deflection in the timing belt between each
sprocket and pulley.
(1) Crankshaft sprocket
CENTER
BOLT (2) Idler pulley
IDLER (3) Camshaft sprocket (Left bank)
PULLEY
(4) Water pump pulley
(5) Camshaft sprocket (Right bank)
TENSIONER
PULLEY TIMING MARKS (6) Tensioner pulley
3. Turn the camshaft sprocket (Right bank) counterclockwise
CRANKSHAFT SPROCKET until the tension side of the timing belt is firmly stretched.
: BELT TENSION SIDE Check all the timing marks again.
AC001737AB

4. Use special tool MD998767 to push the tensioner pulley into

the timing belt, then temporarily tighten the center bolt.

MD998767

ACX00335AB

5. Use special tool MD998769 to turn the crankshaft 1/4 turn

counterclockwise, then turn it again clockwise until the
timing marks are aligned.

TIMING
MARK

MD998769
ACX00336 AB

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TIMING BELT

CAUTION
When tightening the center bolt, be careful that the
tensioner pulley does not turn with the bolt.
6. Loosen the center bolt of the tensioner pulley. Use special
PIN HOLES
tool MD998767 and a torque wrench to apply the tension
CENTER torque to the timing belt as shown in the illustration. Then
BOLT
tighten the center bolt to the specified torque.
Standard value: 4.4 N⋅⋅m (39 in-lb) <Timing belt
MD998767 tension torque>
Tightening torque: 48 N⋅⋅m (35 ft-lb)
48 N·m 4.4 N·m 7. Remove the setting pin that has been inserted into the auto-
35 ft-lb TENSION (39 in-lb)
PULLEY
tensioner.
ACX00756AC
8. Turn the crankshaft clockwise twice to align the timing
marks.
9. Wait for at least five minutes, then check that the auto-
A tensioner pushrod extends within the standard value range.
Standard value (A): 3.8 − 5.0 mm (0.15 − 0.20 inch)
10.If not, repeat the operation in steps (5) to (9) above.
11.Check again that the timing marks of the sprockets are
aligned.

>>C<< CARIGHT ENGINE SUPPORT BRACKET

INSTALLATION
ACX00339 AB

Tighten the right engine support bracket mounting bolts in the

order shown in the illustration.

2
3 AC001738AB

>>D<< CRANKSHAFT PULLEY INSTALLATION

Use special tools MB990767 and MD998715 to install the
crankshaft pulley.

MD998715

MB990767
AC001735AB

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SPECIFICATIONS

INSPECTION
M1112004400084

AUTO-TENSIONER
• Check the auto-tensioner for possible leaks.
• Check the pushrod for cracks.
PUSHROD

SPRING
AUTO-TENSIONER
AC001740AB

SPECIFICATIO NS
FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
M1111003800138

ITEMS SPECIFICATIONS
Auto-tensioner attaching bolt 24 N⋅m (18 ft-lb)
Camshaft sprocket attaching bolt 88 N⋅m (65 ft-lb)
Camshaft thrust case attaching bolt 13 N⋅m (115 in-lb)
Control wiring harness protector attaching bolt 4.9 N⋅m (43 in-lb)
Crankshaft bolt 177 − 186 N⋅m (131 − 137 ft-lb)
Crankshaft position sensor attaching bolt 8.8 N⋅m (78 in-lb)
Cylinder head bolt <cold engine> 103 − 113 N⋅m → 0 N⋅m → 103 − 113 N⋅m
(76 − 83 ft-lb → 0 ft-lb → 76 − 83 ft-lb)
Distributor attaching bolt 13 N⋅m (115 in-lb)
Drive plate bolt 72 − 76 N⋅m (53 − 56 ft-lb)
Engine mount bracket attaching bolt M10 86 N⋅m (63 ft-lb)
M12 81 N⋅m (60 ft-lb)
Engine mount bracket attaching nut 86 N⋅m (63 ft-lb)
Engine mount stay attaching nut 35 N⋅m (26 ft-lb)
Engine support bracket right attaching nut 44 N⋅m (32 ft-lb)
Ground wire attaching bolt 8.9 N⋅m (78 in-lb)
High-pressure fuel hose attaching bolt 4.9 N⋅m (43 in-lb)
Lower oil pan attaching bolt 9.8 − 12 N⋅m (87 − 106 in-lb)
Oil dipstick guide attaching bolt 48 N⋅m (35 ft-lb)
Oil pan cover attaching bolt 9.8 − 12 N⋅m (87 − 106 in-lb)
Oil pan drain plug 39 N⋅m (29 ft-lb)
Power steering oil pump attaching bolt 42 N⋅m (31 ft-lb)
Rocker arm and shaft assembly attaching bolt 28 − 34 N⋅m (21 − 25 ft-lb)
Rocker cover attaching bolt 3.4 N⋅m (30 in-lb)
Starter attaching bolt 26 − 33 N⋅m (19 − 24 ft-lb)

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SPECIFICATIONS

ITEMS SPECIFICATIONS
Tensioner pulley attaching bolt 44 N⋅m (32 ft-lb)
Timing belt front lower cover attaching bolt 9.8 − 12 N⋅m (87 − 106 in-lb)
Timing belt front upper cover attaching bolt M6 9.8 − 12 N⋅m (87 − 106 in-lb)
M8 12 − 15 N⋅m (106 − 133 in-lb)
Timing belt rear cover attaching bolt 12 − 15 N⋅m (106 − 133 in-lb)
Timing belt tensioner arm attaching bolt 44 N⋅m (32 ft-lb)
Timing belt tensioner pulley attaching bolt 48 N⋅m (35 ft-lb)
Upper oil pan attaching bolt M6 5.9 N⋅m (52 in-lb)
M10 35 N⋅m (26 ft-lb)

SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS
M1111000300145

ITEMS STANDARD VALUE LIMIT

Basic ignition timing at idle 5°BTDC ± 3° −
Actual ignition timing at idle Approximately 15° BTDC −
CO content % 0.5 or less −
HC contents ppm 100 or less −
Curb idle speed r/min 700 ± 100 −
Compression pressure (250 − 400 r/min) kPa (psi) 824 (119) Minimum 575 (83)
Compression pressure difference of all cylinder kPa (psi) − 98 (14)
Intake manifold vacuum at curb idle kPa (in Hg) − Minimum 60 (18)
Auto-tensioner pushrod movement mm (in) Within 1.0 (0.04) −
Auto-tensioner rod protrusion mm (in) 3.8 − 5.0 (0.15 − 0.20) −

SEALANT
M1111000500172

ITEM SPECIFIED SEALANT

Oil pan MITSUBISHI GENUINE Sealant Part No.
MD970389 or equivalent

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