11C-1

GROUP 11C

ENGINE
MECHANICAL
<3.0L ENGINE>
CONTENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . 11C-2 CRANKSHAFT PULLEY . . . . . . . . . . 11C-23

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 11C-23
ENGINE DIAGNOSIS. . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-3
CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL. . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-29
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . 11C-4 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 11C-29

SEALANTS AND ADHESIVE . . . . . . 11C-4 CAMSHAFT AND VALVE

STEM SEAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-32
SPECIAL TOOLS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-5 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 11C-32

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE. . . . . . . . . . . 11C-8 OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER. . . . . . 11C-43

GENERATOR DRIVE BELT TENSION REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 11C-43
CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-8 INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-47
AUTO-TENSIONER CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-9
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP CRANKSHAFT FRONT OIL SEAL. . . 11C-47
DRIVE BELT TENSION CHECK. . . . . . . . . 11C-9
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 11C-47
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP
DRIVE BELT INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-11
CRANKSHAFT REAR OIL SEAL. . . . 11C-49
VALVE CLEARANCE CHECK AND
ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-11 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 11C-49
ROCKER ARM PISTON OPERATION
CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-12 CYLINDER HEAD GASKET . . . . . . . . 11C-51
IGNITION TIMING CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-13 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 11C-51
CURB IDLE SPEED CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-15
IDLE MIXTURE CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-16 TIMING BELT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-55
COMPRESSION PRESSURE CHECK. . . . 11C-18 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 11C-55
MANIFOLD VACUUM CHECK . . . . . . . . . . 11C-19 INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-59
LASH ADJUSTER CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-20
ENGINE ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11C-61
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 11C-61
11C-2 ENGINE MECHANICAL <3.0L ENGINE>
GENERAL INFORMATION

GENERAL INFORMATION
M1111000101746
The 6B31 (3.0 L) 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 1-2-3-4-5-6 cylinders.

ITEMS SPECIFICATIONS
Type V type, overhead camshaft
Number of cylinders 6
Bore mm (in) 87.6 (3.45)
Stroke mm (in) 82.9 (3.26)
Total displacement cm3 (cu. in) 2,998 (182.9)
Compression ratio 10.5
Firing order 1-2-3-4-5-6
Valve timing Intake valve Opens (BTDC) -1° <Low speed cam>
18° <High speed cam>
Closes (ABDC) 37° <Low speed cam>
86° <High speed cam>
Exhaust valve Opens (BBDC) 55°
Closes (ATDC) 20°
Lubrication system Pressure feed, full-flow filtration
Oil pump type Trochoid type

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 ENGINE MECHANICAL <3.0L ENGINE>
ENGINE DIAGNOSIS
11C-3
ENGINE DIAGNOSIS
M1111000700381

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 engine oil Engine oil level is too low Check the engine oil level.
pressure
Malfunction of engine oil pressure switch Replace the engine 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.
Engine oil pressure Stuck (closed) oil relief valve Repair the relief valve.
too high
Noisy valves Incorrect valve clearance <Intake side> Adjust valve clearance
Malfunction of lash adjuster (including Check the lash adjuster.
entry of air into high pressure chamber)
<Exhaust side>
Thin or diluted engine oil (low engine oil Change the engine oil.
pressure)
Worn or damaged valve stem or valve Replace the valve and/or the guide.
guide
Connecting rod Insufficient oil supply Check the engine oil level.
noise/main bearing
Thin or diluted engine oil Change the engine oil.
noise
Excessive bearing clearance Replace the bearings.

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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS

SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS
M1112000302100

Item Standard value Limit

Power steering oil pump drive belt tension Vibration frequency Hz 119 − 225 −
Deflection (Reference) mm 8.5 − 18.3 (0.33 − −
(in) 0.72)
Basic ignition timing at idle 5°BTDC ± 3° −
Actual ignition timing at curb idle Approximately 10° −
BTDC
CO contents % 0.5 or less −
HC contents ppm 100 or less −
Curb idle speed r/min 600 ± 100 −
Compression pressure (200 r/min) kPa (psi) 1,650 (239) Minimum
1,150 (167)
Compression pressure difference of all cylinder kPa (psi) − 98 (14)
Intake manifold vacuum at curb idle kPa (in Hg) − Minimum 60
(18)
Cylinder head bolt outside diameter mm (in) − 0.1 (0.0039)
Auto-tensioner rod protrusion amount mm (in) 9.1 − 13.4 (0.36 − −
0.52)

SEALANTS AND ADHESIVE

M1111000500923

Item Specified sealant and adhesive Remark

Engine oil pressure switch ThreeBond 1141J, ThreeBond 1215, Semi-drying
ThreeBond 1212D or equivalent sealant
Engine upper oil pan ThreeBond 1227D, ThreeBond 1217G Semi-drying
(Mitsubishi Genuine Part No.1000A923), sealant
LOCTITE 5970, LOCTITE 5900 or equivalent
Engine lower oil pan ThreeBond 1227D, ThreeBond 1217G Semi-drying
(Mitsubishi Genuine Part No.1000A923), sealant
ThreeBond 1207F (Mitsubishi Genuine Part
No.1000A992), LOCTITE 5970, LOCTITE
5900 or equivalent
Drive plate bolt ThreeBond 1324 or equivalent Anaerobic
adhesive

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 ENGINE MECHANICAL <3.0L ENGINE>
SPECIAL TOOLS
11C-5
SPECIAL TOOLS
M1111000602755

Tool Tool number and name Supersession Application

a
MB992080 Tool not available Drive belt tension (frequency)
Belt tension meter set measurement
a: MB9912081
b Belt tension meter
B992080
b: MB992082
Microphone assembly
MB991958 MB991824-KIT CAUTION
a
Scan tool (M.U.T.-III sub NOTE: MB991826 For vehicles with CAN
assembly) M.U.T.-III Trigger communication, use M.U.T.-III
a: MB991824 Harness is not main harness A to send
Vehicle necessary when simulated vehicle speed. If you
MB991824
communication pushing V.C.I. connect M.U.T.-III main harness
b
interface (V.C.I.) ENTER key. B instead, the CAN
b: MB991827 communication does not
M.U.T.-III USB cable function correctly.
MB991827
c: MB991910 • Ignition timing check
c M.U.T.-III main • Curb idle speed check
harness A (Vehicles • Idle mixture check
with CAN • Erasing the diagnostic trouble
communication code
MB991910 system)
d d: MB991911
M.U.T.-III main
DO NOT USE harness B (Vehicles
without CAN
MB991911 communication
e system)
e: MB991914
DO NOT USE M.U.T.-III main
harness C (for
MB991914 Chrysler models only)
f f: MB991825
M.U.T.-III adapter
harness
g: MB991826
MB991825
M.U.T.-III trigger
g harness

MB991826
MB991958

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SPECIAL TOOLS

Tool Tool number and name Supersession Application

MB990767 MB990767-01 Holding the crankshaft pulley and
Front hub and flange camshaft sprocket
yoke holder

B990767

MD998719 MIT308239
Pin

D998719

MD998713 MD998713-01 Press-in of the camshaft oil seal

Camshaft oil seal installer

D998713

MD998777 − Press-fitting the camshaft oil seal

Camshaft oil seal installer (left bank)
adapter

MD998777

MD998443 MD998443-01 Holding the auto-lash adjuster

Auto-lash adjuster holder

D998443

MD998772 General service Compressing valve spring

Valve spring compressor tool

MD998772

MB992182 − Valve stem seal installation

Valve stem seal installer

MB992182

MD998727 MD998727-01 Engine lower oil pan removal

Oil pan FIPG cutter

D998727

MD998382 MD998382-01 Press-in of the crankshaft front oil

Crankshaft front oil seal seal
installer

D998382

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SPECIAL TOOLS
11C-7
Tool Tool number and name Supersession Application
MD998781 General service Securing the drive plate
Flywheel stopper tool

D998781

MB992075 − Crankshaft rear oil seal installation

Handle

MB992183 −
Crankshaft rear oil seal
installer

MB992183

MB991614 − Cylinder head bolt installation

Angle gauge

MB991614

MD998716 MD998716-01 Rotating the crankshaft when

Crankshaft wrench installing the timing belt

MB992275 − Power steering oil pump drive belt

Drive belt installer installation

B992275

MB992276 − Power steering oil pump drive belt

Drive belt remover removal

B992276

MB992208 General Service Supporting the engine assembly

Engine hanger plate A Tool during removal and installation of
the transaxle assembly
MB992208

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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

Tool Tool number and name Supersession Application

MB991454 MZ203827-01 When the engine hanger is used:
Engine hanger balancer Supporting the engine assembly
during removal and installation of
the transaxle assembly
B991454
NOTE: Special tool MB991454 is a
MB991895 Tool not available part of engine hanger attachment
Engine hanger set MB991453.

MB991895

MB991928 Tool not available

Slide bracket (HI) Engine hanger
a: MB991929
e Joint (50) × 2
b: MB991930
f
a Joint (90) × 2
d
c: MB991931
b
Joint (140) × 2
c
B991928
d: MB991932
Foot (standard) × 4
e: MB991933
Foot (short) × 2
f: MB991934
Chain and hook
assembly

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
GENERATOR DRIVE BELT TENSION CHECK
M1111000900084

CAUTION
Check the drive belt tension after turning the crankshaft
clockwise one turn or more.
1. Make sure that the indicator mark is within the area marked
with A in the illustration.
Indicator mark 2. If the mark is out of the area, replace the drive belt. (Refer to
P.11C-23).
NOTE: The drive belt tension adjustment is not necessary,
as the engine is equipped with an auto-tensioner.
A

AK700055AB

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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
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AUTO-TENSIONER CHECK
M1111003001760

OPERATION CHECK
1. Turn OFF the engine, then check to see that the drive belt is
not protruding from the pulley width of the auto-tensioner.
2. Remove the drive belt. (Refer to P.11C-23).
3. Securely insert the spindle handle or ratchet handle with a
17 mm (11/16-inch) socket into the hexagonal boss of the
auto tensioner. Turn the auto-tensioner slowly to the left and
right to check and see that there is no binding or noise.
4. If there are any problems in the procedure 1 or 3, replace
the auto-tensioner. (Refer to P.11C-55).
5. Install the drive belt. (Refer to P.11C-23).
AK700022 AB

POWER STEERING OIL PUMP DRIVE BELT

TENSION CHECK
M1111001100337
NOTE: .
• An elastic stretch-type belt is used for the power steering oil
pump drive, therefore, the tension adjustment is not neces-
sary.
• Perform the power steering oil pump drive belt tension
check according to the following procedures.
.

<WHEN THE VIBRATION FREQUENCY IS

MEASURED: RECOMMENDATION>
Required Special Tools:
• MB992080: Belt Tension Meter Set
• MB992081: Belt Tension Meter
• MB992082: Microphone Assembly
CAUTION
• When measuring the vibration frequency, make sure
that the engine is cold.
• Measure the vibration frequency after turning the
crankshaft clockwise one turn or more.
Belt tension meter set (MB992080) 1. Connect the special tool MB992082 to the special tool
MB992081 of the special tool MB992080.
MB992081
2. Press the "POWER" button to turn on the power supply.
3. Press number key 1. Check to ensure that "No. 01" appears
on the upper left of the display and that the following
numeric values are displayed for individual items (M, W, and
S):
MB992082 M 000.9 g/m
W 010.0 mm/R
AC605857 AB
S 0100 mm
If numeric values have not been entered (new tool), set
them according to the belt specifications as shown below.
Once you set them, you do not have to set them again. The
settings remain undeleted even after battery replacement.

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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

NOTE: This operation is to temporarily set the preset data

such as the belt specifications, because if the measurement
is taken without input of the belt specifications, conversion to
tension value (N) cannot be made, resulting in judgment of
error.
<Setting procedure>
(1) Press down the "MASS" button till the belt mass select
display appears.
(2) Press the "UP" or "DOWN" button to select "01 1.5GT
0.9" and press the "MEASURE" button to decide it.
Check to ensure that "M 000.9 g/m" is displayed.
(3) Press the "WIDTH" button to change to the belt width
input display.
(4) Press number keys 0, 1, 0, and 0 sequentially, and press
the "SELECT" button to apply them. Check to ensure that
"W 010.0 mm/R" appears on the display.
(5) Press the "SPAN" button to change to the span length
input display.
(6) Press number keys 0, 1, 0, and 0 sequentially, and press
the "SELECT" button to apply them. Check to ensure that
"S 0100 mm" appears on the display.
4. Press "Hz" button twice to change the display to the
frequency display (Hz).
CAUTION
• Do not allow any contaminants such as water or oil to
get onto the microphone.
• If strong gusts of wind blow against the microphone or
if there are any loud sources of noise nearby, the val-
ues measured by the microphone may not correspond
to actual values.
• If the microphone is touching the belt while the mea-
surement is being made, the values measured by the
microphone may not correspond to actual values.
• Do not take the measurement while the vehicle's engine
is running.
10 – 15 mm
5. Hold the special tool MB992080 to the middle of the power
(0.4 – 0.59 in) MB992080 steering oil pump drive belt between the pulleys (at the place
15˚ indicated by arrow), approximately 10 − 15 mm (0.4 − 0.59
15˚ inch) away from the rear surface of the power steering oil
pump drive belt so that it is perpendicular to the power
Tap lightly steering oil pump drive belt (within an angle of ± 15
with a finger degrees).
Power steering 6. Press the "MEASURE" button.
oil pump pulley
7. Gently tap the middle of the power steering oil pump drive
AC800550 AB belt between the pulleys (the place indicated by the arrow)
with your finger as shown in the illustration, and measure
that the vibration frequency of the power steering oil pump
drive belt is within the standard value.
Standard value: 119 − 225 Hz
NOTE: To take the measurement repeatedly, fillip the power
steering oil pump drive belt again.

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8. After the completion of the measurement, press and hold
the "POWER" button to turn off the power supply.
9. If not within the standard value, replace the power steering
oil pump drive belt (Refer to P.11C-23).
.

<WHEN THE DEFLECTION IS MEASURED>

CAUTION
• When measuring the flexure, make sure that the engine
is cold.
• Measure the flexure after turning the crankshaft clock-
wise one turn or more.
Apply approximately 100 N (22 pound) of force to the middle of
the power steering oil pump drive belt between the pulleys (at
Approximately
100N (22 lb) the place indicated by the arrow) and check that the amount of
deflection is within the standard value.
Standard value (Reference): 8.5 − 18.3 mm (0.33 − 0.72
inch)

Power steering
oil pump pulley

AC802253 AC

POWER STEERING OIL PUMP DRIVE BELT

INSPECTION
M1112009800032
1. Check the every part of power steering oil pump drive belt
for damage including cracks or delamination in detail by a
visual inspection or touching.
2. If there is the damage, replace the power steering oil drive
belt with a new one.

VALVE CLEARANCE CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT

M1111001501145
Refer to GROUP00, General − Maintenance service − Intake
And Exhaust Valve Clearance (Inspect And Adjust)

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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

ROCKER ARM PISTON OPERATION CHECK

M1111051000539
1. Remove all of the ignition coils.
2. Remove the rocker cover.

Ighition coil

AK700015 AB

3. Remove the engine oil control valve.

4. Remove the oil pipe.
5. Turn the crankshaft clockwise until the notch on the
Engine oil control valve crankshaft pulley is lined up with the "T" mark on the lower
cover of timing belt.

Oil pipe

AK703833AC

6. The rocker arm piston operation check can be performed on

Exhaust side
Right bank
rocker arms indicated by white arrow mark when the No. 1
cylinder piston is at the top dead center on the compression
stroke, and on rocker arms indicated by black arrow mark
when the No. 4 cylinder piston is at the top dead center on
the compression stroke.
NOTE: If the rocker arm of No. 6 cylinder at the intake side
is moved up and down and the rocker arm is moved, No. 1
cylinder is at top dead center on compression stroke. If the
No. 1 No. 3 No. 5 rocker arm of No. 6 cylinder at the intake side is moved up
Intake side and down and the rocker arm is not moved, No. 4 cylinder is
No. 2 No. 4 No. 6 at top dead center on compression stroke.

Left bank Exhaust side

AK603275AE

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7. While putting your hands over the oil passage hole located
Blow compressed at the back of the engine oil control valve installation hole in
order to prevent air leakage, use an air blow gun to blow
compressed air to the oil pipe installation hole at the right
bank side. At that time, check that the rocker arm piston at
the right bank side is operated.
NOTE: To surely perform the check, wrap the top of the air
Oil passage hole
blow gun with a vinyl tape. Prevent compressed air leakage as
Rocker arm piston much as possible. The pressure of 620 kPa (90 psi) or more is
Right bank
necessary for the compressed air.
8. Use the air blow gun to blow the compressed air to the oil
pipe installation hole at the left bank side. At that time, check
Left bank that the rocker arm piston at the left bank side is operated.
NOTE: To surely perform the check, wrap the top of the air
Blow compressed blow gun with a vinyl tape. Prevent compressed air leakage as
much as possible. The pressure of 620 kPa (90 psi) or more is
necessary for the compressed air.
9. Turn the crankshaft clockwise until the notch on the
crankshaft pulley is lined up with "T" mark on the lower cover
of timing belt.
AK900206 AC
10.Confirm the rest of the rocker arm pistons under the
procedure 7 - 8.
11.When the rocker arm piston does not operate, replace the
rocker arm assy.
12.Install the oil pipe and the engine oil control valve. (Refer to
Camshaft and Valve Stem Seal − Removal and Installation
P.11C-32.)
13.Install the rocker cover.
14.Install all of the ignition coils.

IGNITION TIMING CHECK

M1111001702551

Required Special Tool:

MB991958: Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
• MB991824: V.C.I.
• MB991827: M.U.T.-III USB Cable
• MB991910: M.U.T.-III Main Harness A
1. Before inspection, set the vehicle in the following condition:
• Engine coolant temperature: 80 − 95°C (176 − 203°F)
• Lights and all accessories: OFF
• Transaxle: P range
NOTE: On vehicles for Canada, the headlight, taillight, etc.
remain lit even when the lighting switch is in "OFF" position
but this is no problem for checks.

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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

CAUTION
To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the
ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before con-
necting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
2. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.
Data link
connector

MB991910

MB991824

MB991827 AK800400 AC

3. Set the timing light to the power supply line (terminal No. 1)
Ignition timing pickup loop of the ignition coil No. 2.
NOTE: The power supply line is looped and also longer than
the other ones.
4. Start the engine and run it at idle.
No .2 ignition coil 5. Check that the idle speed is approximately 600 r/min.
6. Select scan tool MB991958 actuator test "item number 11".
7. Check that basic ignition timing is within the standard value.
AK700018 AB Standard value: 5° BTDC ± 3°
8. If the basic ignition timing is not within the standard value,
refer to GROUP 13B, Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) <3.0L
Engine> − Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) Diagnosis −
Symptom Chart P.13B-55.
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. Cancel the setting mode of the scan tool MB991958.
10.Check that the actual ignition timing is at the standard value.
Standard value: Approximately 10° BTDC
NOTE: The ignition timing fluctuates about ± 7°, even under
normal operating condition.
NOTE: It is automatically further advanced by about 5° from
10° Before Top Dead Center at higher altitudes.
NOTE: Wait till approximately 1 minute passes after the
engine started, and check the ignition timing when the
engine stabilized.
11.Remove the timing light.

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CAUTION
To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the
ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before con-
necting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
12.Disconnect scan tool MB991958 from the data link
connector.

CURB IDLE SPEED CHECK

M1111003502520

Required Special Tool:

MB991958: Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
• MB991824: V.C.I.
• MB991827: M.U.T.-III USB Cable
• MB991910: M.U.T.-III Main Harness A
1. Before inspection, set the vehicle in the following condition:
• Engine coolant temperature: 80 − 95°C (176 − 203°F)
• Lights and all accessories: OFF
• Transmission: P range
NOTE: On vehicles for Canada, the headlight, taillight, etc.
remain lit even when the lighting switch is in "OFF" position
but this is no problem for checks.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the
ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before con-
necting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
2. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.
Data link
connector

MB991910

MB991824

MB991827 AK800400 AC

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3. Set the timing light to the power supply line (terminal No. 1)
Ignition timing pickup loop of the ignition coil No. 2.
NOTE: The power supply line is looped and also longer than
the other ones.
4. Start the engine.
No .2 ignition coil 5. Run the engine at idle for 2 minutes.
6. Check that the actual ignition timing is at the standard value.
Standard value: Approximately 10° BTDC
AK700018 AB NOTE: The ignition timing fluctuates about ± 7°, even under
normal operating condition.
NOTE: It is automatically further advanced by about 5° from
10° Before Top Dead Center at higher altitudes.
7. Check the idle speed. Select item number 2 and take a
reading of the idle speed.
Curb idle speed: 600 ± 100 r/min
NOTE: The idle speed is controlled automatically by the idle
air control system.
8. If the idle speed is outside the standard value, refer to
GROUP 13B, Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) <3.0L Engine> −
Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) Diagnosis − Symptom Chart
P.13B-55.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the
ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before con-
necting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
9. Disconnect scan tool MB991958 from the data link
connector.

IDLE MIXTURE CHECK

M1111002101838

Required Special Tool:

MB991958: Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
• MB991824: V.C.I.
• MB991827: M.U.T.-III USB Cable
• MB991910: M.U.T.-III Main Harness A
1. Before inspection, set the vehicle in the following condition:
• Engine coolant temperature: 80 − 95°C (176 − 203°F)
• Lights and all accessories: OFF
• Transmission: P range
NOTE: On vehicles for Canada, the headlight, taillight, etc.
remain lit even when the lighting switch is in "OFF" position
but this is no problem for checks.

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11C-17
CAUTION
To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the
ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before con-
necting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
2. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.
Data link
connector

MB991910

MB991824

MB991827 AK800400 AC

3. Set the timing light to the power supply line (terminal No. 1)
Ignition timing pickup loop of the ignition coil No. 2.
NOTE: The power supply line is looped and also longer than
the other ones.
4. Start the engine and run it at idle.
No .2 ignition coil 5. Check that the actual ignition timing is at the standard value.
Standard value: Approximately 10° BTDC
NOTE: The ignition timing fluctuates about ± 7°, even under
AK700018 AB normal operating condition.
NOTE: It is automatically further advanced by about 5° from
10° Before Top Dead Center at higher altitudes.
NOTE: Wait till approximately 1 minute passes after the engine
started, and check the ignition timing when the engine stabi-
lized.
6. Increase the engine speed to 2,000 − 3,000 r/min for 2
minutes.
7. Set the CO, HC tester.
8. Check the CO contents and the HC contents at idle.
Standard value:
CO contents: 0.5% or less
HC contents: 100 ppm or less
9. If the CO and HC contents do not remain inside the standard
value, refer to GROUP 13B, Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI)
<3.0L Engine> − Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) Diagnosis −
Symptom Chart P.13B-55.
10.Remove the CO, HC tester and timing light.

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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

CAUTION
To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the
ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before con-
necting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
11.Disconnect scan tool MB991958 from the data link
connector.

COMPRESSION PRESSURE CHECK

M1111002603301

Required Special Tool:

MB991958: Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
• MB991824: V.C.I.
• MB991827: M.U.T.-III USB Cable
• MB991910: M.U.T.-III Main Harness A
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
NOTE: On vehicles for Canada, the headlight, taillight, etc.
remain lit even when the lighting switch is in "OFF" position
but this is no problem for checks.
2. Remove all of the ignition coils and spark plugs.
3. Disconnect the injector connector.
WARNING
Injector connector 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.
4. Cover the spark plug hole with a shop towel etc., during
cranking. After the engine has been cranked, check for
foreign material adhering to the shop towel.

Injector connector

AK703815 AD

5. Set compression gauge to one of the spark plug holes.

Compression
gauge 6. Crank the engine and measure the compression pressure.
Standard value (at engine speed of 200 r/min): 1,650
kPa (239 psi)
Minimum limit (at engine speed of 200 r/min): 1,150
kPa (167 psi)
7. Measure the compression pressure for all the cylinders, and
check that the pressure differences of the cylinders are
below the limit.
AK700020 AB
Limit: 98 kPa (14 psi)

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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
11C-19
8. 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 5 to 7.
(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.
9. Connect the injector connector.
10.Install the spark plugs and ignition coils.
11.Use the scan tool MB991958 to erase the diagnostic trouble
codes.
NOTE: This will erase the diagnostic trouble code resulting
from the injector connector being disconnected.
Data link
connector 12.Select "Mode $0A" from "Special Function" of Scan tool
MB991958. Check whether the permanent-DTC (PDTC) is
stored or not. If stored, clear the PDTC. (Refer to GROUP
13B − Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) <3.0 L Engine> −
Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) Diagnosis − Diagnostic
MB991910 Function P.13B-11)

MB991824

MB991827 AK800400 AC

MANIFOLD VACUUM CHECK

M1111002702026

Required Special Tool:

MB991958: Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
• MB991824: V.C.I.
• MB991827: M.U.T.-III USB Cable
• MB991910: M.U.T.-III Main Harness A
1. Before inspection, set the vehicle in the following condition:
• Engine coolant temperature: 80 − 95°C (176 − 203°F)
• Lights and all accessories: OFF
• Transaxle: P range
NOTE: On vehicles for Canada, the headlight, taillight, etc.
remain lit even when the lighting switch is in "OFF" position
but this is no problem for checks.

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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

CAUTION
To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the
ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before con-
necting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
2. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.
Data link
connector

MB991910

MB991824

MB991827 AK800400 AC

3. Disconnect the ventilation hose from the positive crankcase

ventilation (PCV) valve, and then connect a vacuum gauge
Vacuum gauge to the ventilation hose. Plug the PCV valve.
4. Start the engine and check that idle speed is approximately
600 r/min.
Ventilation hose 5. Check the intake manifold vacuum.
Plug
Limit: Minimum 60 kPa (18 in Hg)
Positive crankcase
ventilation valve 6. Turn off the ignition switch.
AK700021 AB 7. Remove the vacuum gauge and then connect the ventilation
hose to the PCV valve.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the
ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before con-
necting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
8. Disconnect scan tool MB991958 from the data link
connector.

LASH ADJUSTER CHECK

M1111002901061
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: The lash adjuster is installed in exhaust side only.
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.

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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
11C-21
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.
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 start-
ing 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 main-
tained 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.
If the noise is reduced or disappears, clean the lash adjuster
(Refer to GROUP 11D, Engine Overhaul − Rocker Arms and
Camshaft − Lash Adjuster Inspection P.11D-41). 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-21.).
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 − Lash
Adjuster Inspection P.11D-41).
.

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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE

Bleeding lash adjuster system

NOTE: It can possibly be difficult to check the oil level within 30
seconds of the engine stopped because of the structure of oil
level gauge. If it's difficult, the oil level must be checked later.
The oil level always check at the one side of oil level gauge: at
the rear side of the vehicle. The oil level cannot be checked at
the another side because the engine oil adheres to all the sur-
faces.
Good 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.
Minimum Maximum NOTE: If the engine oil level is higher than specification, oil
may be stirred by the crankshaft, causing oil to be mixed
with a large quantity of air.
NOTE: If oil is deteriorated, air is not easily separated from
oil, increasing the quantity of air contained in oil.
AK704450 AC

High-
pressure
chamber

AK700023 AB

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
valve is opened, resulting in an abnormal noise when the
valve closes. 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.
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,
Approximately
however, no change is observed in the level of abnormal
3,000 r/min noise after repeating the operation more than 30 times,
suspect that the abnormal noise is due to some other
Idling 15 s 15 s factors.)
operation
4. After elimination of abnormal noise, repeat the operation
Once shown in left figure five more times.
AK700024 AB 5. Run the engine at idle for one to three minutes to make sure
that the abnormal noise has been eliminated.

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CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
11C-23
CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1112001602513

Pre-removal Operation Post-installation Operation

• Engine Room Under Cover Front B and Engine Room • Generator Drive Belt Tension Check (Refer to P.11A-9).
Side Cover (RH) Removal (Refer to GROUP 51, Under • Power Steering Oil Pump Drive Belt Tension Check (Refer
Cover P.51-23). to P.11C-9).
• Engine Room Under Cover Front B and Engine Room
Side Cover (RH) Installation (Refer to GROUP 51, Under
Cover P.51-23).

AC703043

200 N·m 0 N·m 110 N·m

to to to +60˚
148 ft-lb 0 ft-lb 81 ft-lb

5
4
3

(Engine oil)

1
AC800552 AC

Removal steps Removal steps (Continued)

<<A>> 1. Generator drive belt <<C>> >>A<< 4. Crankshaft pulley washer
<<B>> >>B<< 2. Power steering oil pump drive belt <<C>> >>A<< 5. Crankshaft pulley
<<C>> >>A<< 3. Crankshaft pulley center bolt

Required Special Tools:

• MB990767: Front Hub and Flange Yoke Holder • MB992275: Drive Belt Installer
• MD998719: Pin • MB992276: Drive Belt Remover

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CRANKSHAFT PULLEY

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

.

<<A>> GENERATOR DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

CAUTION
When the generator drive belt is reused, draw an arrow
indicating the rotating direction on the back of the belt
using chalk to install the same direction.
1. Turn the drive belt auto-tensioner to counterclockwise, and
insert the L-shaped hexagon wrench to the auto-tensioner
hole in order to fix the auto-tensioner.
L-shaped
hexagon 2. Remove the generator drive belt.
wrench

AC703079 AC

<<B>> POWER STEERING OIL PUMP DRIVE

BELT REMOVAL
CAUTION
• To reuse the power steering oil pump drive belt, draw
an arrow indicating the rotating direction on the back of
the power steering oil pump drive belt using chalk to
install the same direction.
• Hang the special tool MB992276 on the vehicle compo-
nents (including front side members) using a cord and
paper clip to prevent from falling.
1. Set the special tool MB992276 as shown and hold it by a
Paper clip
MB992276 finger.
CAUTION
Cord Be careful that the finger holding the special tool
MB992276 is not pinched.

AC801192 AC

2. Slightly turn the crankshaft pulley clockwise until the special

Paper clip
tool MB992276 is pinched and held between the oil pump
assembly pulley and the power steering oil pump drive belt
as shown.
MB992276
Cord 3. If the special tool MB992276 is held, move the finger off.
CAUTION
If the power steering oil pump drive belt is detached, be
careful that the special tool MB992276 is also detached
and fallen.
AC800770 AC
4. Slowly turn the crankshaft pulley clockwise until the power
steering oil pump drive belt goes aground on the special tool
MB992276 and is detached.
5. Remove the special tool MB992276.
.

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CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
11C-25
<<C>> CRANKSHAFT PULLEY CENTER BOLT/
CRANKSHAFT PULLEY WASHER/CRANKSHAFT
PULLEY REMOVAL
CAUTION
Use only the specified special tools, or a damaged pulley
damper could result.
Use special tools MB990767 and MD998719 to remove the
MD998719 crankshaft pulley from the crankshaft.

MB990767

AC703062 AB
CAUTION
Provide one punch mark on the head of the crankshaft pul-
Crankshaft pulley
ley center bolt each time the bolt is removed. Replace the
center bolt
bolt that already has three punch marks. (The evidence of
Punch mark
having been tightened three times)

AC703092AC

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CRANKSHAFT PULLEY

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

.

>>A<< CRANKSHAFT PULLEY/CRANKSHAFT

PULLEY WASHER/CRANKSHAFT PULLEY CEN-
TER BOLT INSTALLATION
CAUTION
Before installing the crankshaft pulley center bolt, check
the number of punch marks on its head. (The bolt is reus-
able if it is two or less.) If the bolt has three punch marks,
replace it.
1. Clean the bolt hole in crankshaft pulley center bolt and
: Wipe clean with a rag. crankshaft pulley's seating surface.
: Wipe clean with a rag, degrease and
apply a small amount of engine oil. 2. Degrease the cleaned seating surface of the front flange
and crankshaft pulley.
Crankshaft pulley
3. Install the front flange and crankshaft pulley.
Crankshaft Crankshaft sprocket 4. Apply oil to the threads of crankshaft pulley center bolt and
pulley washer the outer surface of crankshaft pulley washer.

Crankshaft Crankshaft
pulley center bolt
Front frange

Engine front
AC802523AB

5. Use special tools MB990767 and MD998719 to hold the

MD998719 crankshaft pulley.
6. Tighten the crankshaft pulley center bolt to 200 N⋅m (148
ft-lb).
7. Loosen the crankshaft pulley center bolt fully.
8. Tighten the crankshaft pulley center bolt to 110 N⋅m (81
ft-lb).
MB990767

AC703062 AB

9. Make a paint mark on the crankshaft pulley center bolt.

Crankshaft pulley 60˚
center bolt

Crankshaft pulley Paint mark

washer
AC605868 AF

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CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
11C-27
CAUTION
• If the crankshaft pulley center bolt is turned less than
60 degrees, proper fastening performance may not be
achieved. Be careful to tighten the crankshaft pulley
center bolt exactly 60 degrees.
• If the crankshaft pulley center bolt is overtightened
(exceeding 60 degrees), loosen the crankshaft pulley
center bolt completely and then retighten it by repeat-
ing the tightening procedure from step 6.
10.Make a paint mark on the crankshaft pulley center bolt end
at a position 60 degrees from the paint mark made on the
washer in the direction of tightening the crankshaft pulley
center bolt.
11.Turn the crankshaft pulley center bolt another 60 degrees
and make sure that the paint marks on the washer and
crankshaft pulley center bolt are aligned.
.

>>B<< POWER STEERING OIL PUMP DRIVE

BELT INSTALLATION
CAUTION
Power steering oil pump drive belt Check that the belt is fitted in the notches of the notched
pulley and the notches of crankshaft pulley securely.
1. Install the power steering oil pump drive belt in the
crankshaft pulley.
CAUTION
• Hang the special tool MB992275 on the vehicle compo-
nents (including front side members) using a cord and
paper clip to prevent from falling.
Notched pulley • Be careful that the finger holding the special tool
AC802259AC
MB992275 is not pinched.
2. Set the special tool MB992275 and power steering oil pump
MB992275
Paper clip drive belt in the oil pump assembly pulley and hold it by a
finger as shown.
NOTE: .
Cord
• Check that the top surface of power steering oil pump
drive belt goes aground on the special tool MB992275,
and the power steering oil pump drive belt is fitted in the
notched under the oil pump assembly pulley securely as
shown.
AC800771AC

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CRANKSHAFT PULLEY

Power steering
oil pump drive belt

MB992275

AC800768AC

• Slightly turn the crankshaft pulley clockwise until the spe-

MB992275
Paper clip cial tool MB992275 is pinched and held between the oil
pump assembly pulley and the power steering oil pump
drive belt as shown.
3. If the special tool MB992275 is held, move the finger off.
Cord
CAUTION
If the power steering oil pump drive belt is installed, be
careful that the special tool MB992275 is detached and
fallen.
AC800771AC 4. Slowly turn the crankshaft pulley clockwise and install the
power steering oil pump drive belt.
5. Turn the crankshaft pulley until the special tool MB992275 is
detached from the oil pump assembly and fallen, and then
remove the special tool MB992275.
6. Turn the crankshaft pulley clockwise on several times and
check that the power steering oil pump drive belt is installed
in the oil pump assembly pulley and the crankshaft pulley
securely.

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CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL
11C-29
CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1112002200512

Pre-removal and Post-installation Operation

• Timing Belt Removal and Installation (Refer to P.11C-55).

N 4
3

90 ± 10 N·m
67 ± 7 ft-lb

1 N2
AC703047 AB

Removal steps Removal steps (Continued)

<<A>> >>B<< 1. Left bank camshaft sprocket <<A>> >>B<< 3. Right bank camshaft sprocket
<<B>> >>A<< 2. Camshaft oil seal <<B>> >>A<< 4. Camshaft oil seal

Required Special Tools:

• MB990767: Front Hub and Flange Yoke Holder • MD998719: Pin
• MD998713: Camshaft Oil Seal Installer • MD998777: Camshaft Oil Seal Installer Adapter

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

.

<<A>> CAMSHAFT SPROCKET REMOVAL

Use special tools MB990767 and MD998719 to remove the
camshaft sprocket.
MB990767

MD998719
AC703052 AB

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CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL

<<B>> CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL REMOVAL

1. Make a notch in the oil seal lip section with a knife, etc.
CAUTION
Be careful not to damage the camshaft and the cylinder
head.
2. Cover the end of a flat-tipped screwdriver with a shop towel
and insert into the notched section of the oil seal, and pry
Lip Oil seal out the oil seal to remove it.
section

Flat-tipped
Camshaft screwdriver
AC703053 AB

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

.

>>A<< CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL INSTALLATION

1. Apply engine oil to the camshaft oil seal lip.
<Right bank> 2. Use special tools MD998713 and MD998777 to press-fit the
Oil seal camshaft oil seal.
Camshaft

MD998713
AC703083 AB

<Left bank>
Oil seal
MD998777

MD998713
Camshaft AC703082 AB

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CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL
11C-31
>>B<< CAMSHAFT SPROCKET INSTALLATION
1. Use special tools MB990767 and MD998719 in the same
way as during removal to hold the camshaft sprocket.
MB990767
2. Tighten the camshaft sprocket mounting bolt to the specified
torque.
Tightening torque: 90 ± 10 N⋅m (67 ± 7 ft-lb)

MD998719
AC703052 AB

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CAMSHAFT AND VALVE STEM SEAL

CAMSHAFT AND VALVE STEM SEAL

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1112006602217

CAUTION
*Remove and assemble the marked parts in each cylinder unit.
<LEFT BANK>
1

2N (Engine oil)

4
30 ± 3 N·m
22 ± 2 ft-lb
9.5 ± 2.5 N·m
84 ± 22 in-lb 11 ± 1 N·m
19 97 ± 8 in-lb 9.5 ± 2.5 N·m
84 ± 22 in-lb
Cam section and 5 11 N 30 ± 3 N·m
journal section 22 ± 2 ft-lb 12
Engine oil 10
3 N 11 13
8.3 ± 1.0 N·m
6 73 ± 8 in-lb
14 N
(Engine oil)
N 7 31 ± 3 N·m
23 ± 2 ft-lb
13 ± 1 N·m
22* 115 ± 8 in-lb 11 ± 1 N·m
23* 9 97 ± 8 in-lb
24*
N 25* 15 23 ± 6 N·m
26* 17 ± 4 ft-lb
16 N
8
17
22 ± 4 N·m
16 ± 2 ft-lb
19
21
N 20
18 22*
23 ± 6 N·m
23* 17 ± 4 ft-lb
24*
25* N
26*

90 ± 10 N·m
66 ± 7 ft-lb AC809144AB

Camshaft removal steps Camshaft removal steps

• Engine cover (Refer to GROUP 16, 1. Engine oil dipstick
Ignition System − Ignition Coil 2. O-ring
P.16-49). 3. PCV hose connection
• Timing belt (Refer to P.11C-55). 4. Ignition coil connector
Thermostat housing (Refer to 5. Ignition coil
•
GROUP 14, Water Hose and Water >>E<< 6. Rocker cover
Pipe P.14-45). 7. Rocker cover gasket

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CAMSHAFT AND VALVE STEM SEAL
11C-33
Camshaft removal steps
• Valve clearance check and
adjustment (intake valve) (Refer to
P.11C-11) <Installation only>.
<<A>> >>D<< 8. Rocker arm, shaft and lash adjuster
assembly (exhaust side)
<<A>> >>D<< 9. Rocker arm and shaft assembly
(intake side)
10. Oil pipe
11. Gasket
12. Camshaft position sensor
connector
13. Camshaft position sensor
14. O-ring
15. Camshaft position sensor support
16. Camshaft position sensor support
gasket
17. Camshaft position sensing cylinder
<<B>> >>G<< 18. Camshaft sprocket
19. Camshaft
<<C>> >>F<< 20. Camshaft oil seal
Valve stem seal removal steps
• Engine cover (Refer to GROUP 16,
Ignition System − Ignition Coil
P.16-49).
1. Engine oil dipstick
2. O-ring
3. PCV hose connection
4. Ignition coil connector
5. Ignition coil
>>E<< 6. Rocker cover
7. Rocker cover gasket
• Valve clearance check and
adjustment (intake valve) (Refer to
P.11C-11) <Installation only>.
<<A>> >>D<< 8. Rocker arm, shaft and lash adjuster
assembly (exhaust side)
<<A>> >>D<< 9. Rocker arm and shaft assembly
(intake side)
• Spark plug (Refer to GROUP 16,
Ignition System − Ignition Coil
P.16-49).
21. Engine hanger
<<D>> >>C<< 22. Valve spring retainer lock
23. Valve spring retainer
>>B<< 24. Valve spring
>>A<< 25. Valve stem seal
26. Valve spring seat

Required Special Tools:

• MB990767: Front Hub and Flange Yoke Holder • MD998772: Valve Spring Compressor
• MB992182: Valve Stem Seal Installer • MD998777: Camshaft Oil Seal Installer Adapter
• MD998443: Auto-lash Adjuster Holder
• MD998713: Camshaft Oil Seal Installer
• MD998719: Pin

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CAMSHAFT AND VALVE STEM SEAL

<RIGHT BANK>

9.5 ± 2.5 N·m

84 ± 22 in-lb

3
1
2 11 ± 1 N·m
97 ± 8 in-lb 47 ± 7 N·m
8.3 ± 1.0 N·m 35 ± 5 ft-lb
13 ± 1 N·m 8
73 ± 8 in-lb
115 ± 8 in-lb
10 14 13 9
4 31 ± 3 N·m
23 ± 2 ft-lb
20* 12
N 11
N 5 21* (Engine oil)
10 ± 2 N·m
22* 89 ± 17 in-lb
6 23* N 24 ± 3 N·m
18 ± 2 ft-lb
20* 24* 15
21*
22* 16 N
7
N 23*
18
24*

N 19
17

18
Cam section and
journal section
90 ± 10 N·m Engine oil
66 ± 7 ft-lb
AC901303AB

Camshaft removal steps Camshaft removal steps

• Intake manifold plenum (Refer to • Valve clearance check and
GROUP 15, Intake Manifold Plenum adjustment (intake valve) (Refer to
P.15-6). P.11C-11) <Installation only>.
• Timing belt (Refer to P.11C-55). <<A>> >>D<< 6. Rocker arm, shaft and lash adjuster
• Thermostat housing (Refer to assembly (exhaust side)
GROUP 14, Water Hose and Water <<A>> >>D<< 7. Rocker arm and shaft assembly
Pipe P.14-45). (intake side)
1. Breather hose connection 8. Engine oil control valve connector
2. Ignition coil connector 9. Engine oil pressure switch
3. Ignition coil connector
>>E<< 4. Rocker cover >>I<< 10. Engine oil control valve
5. Rocker cover gasket >>I<< 11. O-ring
>>H<< 12. Engine oil pressure switch
13. Plug

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CAMSHAFT AND VALVE STEM SEAL
11C-35
Camshaft removal steps
14. Engine oil control valve filter
15. Engine oil control valve housing
16. Engine oil control valve housing
gasket
<<B>> >>G<< 17. Camshaft sprocket
• Engine control module (Refer to
GROUP 13B, Engine Control
Module P.13B-904).
• Air cleaner bracket (Refer to
GROUP 15, Air Cleaner P.15-5 ).
18. Camshaft
<<C>> >>F<< 19. Camshaft oil seal
Valve stem seal removal steps
• Intake manifold plenum (Refer to
GROUP 15, Intake Manifold Plenum
P.15-6).
• Timing belt (Refer to P.11C-55).
1. Breather hose connection
2. Ignition coil connector
3. Ignition coil
>>E<< 4. Rocker cover
5. Rocker cover gasket
• Valve clearance check and
adjustment (intake valve) (Refer to
P.11C-11) <Installation only>.
<<A>> >>D<< 6. Rocker arm, shaft and lash adjuster
assembly (exhaust side)
<<A>> >>D<< 7. Rocker arm and shaft assembly
(intake side)
• Spark plug (Refer to GROUP 16,
Ignition System − Ignition Coil
P.16-49).
<<E>> • Power steering oil pump (Refer to
GROUP 37, Power Steering Oil
Pump Assembly P.37-48).
<<D>> >>C<< 20. Valve spring retainer lock
21. Valve spring retainer
>>B<< 22. Valve spring
>>A<< 23. Valve stem seal
24. Valve spring seat

Required Special Tools:

• MB990767: Front Hub and Flange Yoke Holder • MD998713: Camshaft Oil Seal Installer
• MB992182: Valve Stem Seal Installer • MD998719: Pin
• MD998443: Auto-lash Adjuster Holder • MD998772: Valve Spring Compressor

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CAMSHAFT AND VALVE STEM SEAL

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

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<<A>> ROCKER ARM, SHAFT AND LASH

ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY (EXHAUST
SIDE)/ROCKER ARM AND SHAFT ASSEMBLY
(INTAKE SIDE) REMOVAL
1. Install special tool MD998443 as shown in the illustration so
that the lash adjusters will not fall out.
CAUTION
MD998443 Never disassemble the rocker arm and shaft assembly.
2. Loosen the rocker arm and shaft assembly mounting bolt,
and then remove the rocker arm and shaft assembly with the
bolt still attached.

AC703065 AB

<<B>> CAMSHAFT SPROCKET REMOVAL

Use special tools MB990767 and MD998719 to remove the
camshaft sprocket.
MB990767

MD998719
AC703052 AB

<<C>> CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL REMOVAL

1. Make a notch in the oil seal lip section with a knife, etc.
CAUTION
Be careful not to damage the camshaft and the cylinder
head.
2. Cover the end of a flat-tipped screwdriver with a shop towel
and insert into the notched section of the oil seal, and pry
Lip Oil seal out the oil seal to remove it.
section

Flat-tipped
Camshaft screwdriver
AC703053 AB

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CAMSHAFT AND VALVE STEM SEAL
11C-37
<<D>> VALVE SPRING RETAINER LOCK
REMOVAL
CAUTION
When removing valve spring retainer locks, leave the pis-
ton of each cylinder in the TDC (Top Dead Center) position.
The valve may fall into the cylinder if the piston is not
properly in the TDC position.
<Left bank> Use special tool MD998772 to compress the valve spring, and
remove the valve spring retainer locks.
MD998772

AC703063 AB

<Right bank>

MD998772

AC703064 AB

Installation position
Exhaust side
<Right bank>

Front
Intake side

<Left bank>
Exhaust side AC703055 AB

NOTE: Installation position of special tool MD998772 is differ-

ent between exhaust side and intake side.
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CAMSHAFT AND VALVE STEM SEAL

<<E>> POWER STEERING OIL PUMP REMOVAL

1. With the hose installed, remove the power steering oil pump
from the bracket.
2. Tie the removed power steering oil pump using a string at a
position where it will not interfere with the removal and
installation of valve stem seal.

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

.

>>A<< VALVE STEM SEAL INSTALLATION

CAUTION
Valve stem seal for intake valves and for exhaust valves
are different. Be sure to install the correct ones.
• Valve stem seal identification color.
Intake: GREY
Exhaust: GREY GREEN
1. Apply an adequate and minimum amount of engine oil to the
Intake valve Exhaust valve valve stem seal.
stem seal stem seal
Color: gray Color: gray green CAUTION
• Valve stem seals cannot be reused.
• Special tool must be used to install the valve stem seal.
Improper installation could result in oil leaking past the
valve guide.

AK600913AC

2. Use special tool MB992182 to fill a new valve stem seal in

the valve guide using the valve stem area as a guide.
MB992182
Valve

Valve stem seal

Valve guide Valve spring seat

AC703069 AB

>>B<< VALVE SPRING INSTALLATION

Rocker arm side
Install the valve spring with its identification color painted end
facing the locker arm.
Identification color
Intake: White
Exhaust: Blue
Identification
color

AC703056 AB

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CAMSHAFT AND VALVE STEM SEAL
11C-39
>>C<< VALVE SPRING RETAINER LOCK
INSTALLATION
<Left bank> Use special tool MD998772 to compress the valve spring in the
same manner as removal.
MD998772

AC703063 AB

<Right bank>

MD998772

AC703064 AB

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CAMSHAFT AND VALVE STEM SEAL

>>D<< ROCKER ARM AND SHAFT ASSEMBLY

(INTAKE SIDE)/ROCKER ARM, SHAFT AND LASH
ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY (EXHAUST SIDE)
INSTALLATION
<Right bank> 1. Install the intake side rocker arm and shaft assembly so that
the φ5.5 mm (0.22 inch) holes of rocker arm shaft face the
Notch
cylinder head side.
Identification
2. Tighten the intake side rocker arm shaft mounting bolts to
mark the specified torque.
Exhaust side Tightening torque: 31 ± 3 N⋅m (23 ± 2 ft-lb)
3. Install the exhaust side rocker arm, shaft and lash adjuster
assembly so that the notch of rocker arm shaft is located as
shown in the figure.
4. Check that the identification mark of exhaust side rocker
shaft cap is located as shown in the figure.
Ø 5.5 mm
Intake side Ø 5.5 mm 5. Tighten the exhaust side rocker arm shaft mounting bolts to
(0.22 in) (0.22 in) the specified torque.
Front of vehicle AC703095 AB Tightening torque: 13 ± 1 N⋅m (115 ± 8 in-lb)

<Left bank>

Ø 5.5 mm Ø 5.5 mm
(0.22 in) Intake side (0.22 in)

Exhaust side
Identification
mark

Notch
Front of vehicle AC703096 AB

6. Remove special tool MD998443.

MD998443

AC703065 AB

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CAMSHAFT AND VALVE STEM SEAL
11C-41
>>E<< ROCKER COVER INSTALLATION
5 Tighten the bolts in order of the numbers shown in the illustra-
2 6 3 tion.

4
1
1
4

3 6 2 5
Right bank Left bank
AC703030 AB

>>F<< CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL INSTALLATION

1. Apply engine oil to the camshaft oil seal lip.
<Right bank> 2. Use special tools MD998713 and MD998777 to press-fit the
Oil seal camshaft oil seal.
Camshaft

MD998713
AC703083 AB

<Left bank>
Oil seal
MD998777

MD998713
Camshaft AC703082 AB

>>G<< CAMSHAFT SPROCKET INSTALLATION

1. Use special tools MB990767 and MD998719 in the same
way as during removal to hold the camshaft sprocket.
MB990767
2. Tighten the camshaft sprocket mounting bolt to the specified
torque.
Tightening torque: 90 ± 10 N⋅m (66 ± 7 ft-lb)

MD998719
AC703052 AB

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CAMSHAFT AND VALVE STEM SEAL

>>H<< ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH

INSTALLATION
Apply the specified sealant to the thread of the engine oil pres-
sure switch.
Specified sealant: ThreeBond 1141J or equivalent

1 mm 5 mm
(0.04 in) (0.20 in)
AC703070 AB

>>I<< O-RING/ENGINE OIL CONTROL VALVE

INSTALLATION
CAUTION
• Never re-use the O-ring.
• Before installing O-ring, wind sealing tape around the
oil passages cut-out area of engine oil control valve, to
prevent damage. If the O-ring is damaged, it can cause
Tape an oil leak.
1. Apply a small amount of engine oil to the O-ring and then
install it to the engine oil control valve.
2. Install the engine oil control valve to the cylinder head.
3. Tighten the engine oil control valve.
Tightening torque: 11 ± 1 N⋅m (97 ± 8 in-lb)
AC703080 AB

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OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER
11C-43
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1112008301178

Pre-removal and Post-installation Operation

• Engine Room Under Cover Front Removal and Installa-
tion (Refer to GROUP 51, Under Cover P.51-23).
• Engine Oil Draining and Refilling (Refer to GROUP 12,
On-vehicle Service − Engine Oil Replacement P.12-5).

11 ± 1 N·m
93 ± 13 in-lb
3

N 9

8
36 ± 9 N·m
27 ± 6 ft-lb
20 ± 5 N·m
15 ± 3 ft-lb 4
36 ± 9 N·m
27 ± 6 ft-lb
7
1
6
39 ± 5 N·m
29 ± 3 ft-lb 9.5 ± 2.5 N·m
85 ± 22 in-lb
N 2
5
9.5 ± 2.5 N·m
85 ± 22 in-lb
AC703044 AC

Removal steps Removal steps (Continued)

1. Engine oil pan drain plug • Front exhaust pipe (Refer to
>>C<< 2. Engine oil pan drain plug gasket GROUP 15, Exhaust Pipe and
3. Starter connector and terminal Main Muffler P.15-25)
connection >>A<< 6. Cover
4. Starter assembly <<B>> • A/C compressor assembly (Refer to
<<A>> >>B<< 5. Engine lower oil pan P.11C-61)

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OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER

Removal steps (Continued)

• A/C compressor bracket (Refer to
GROUP 55A, Compressor
Assembly P.55A-125)
<<C>> >>A<< 7. Engine upper oil pan
8. Oil strainer
9. Oil strainer gasket

Required Special Tool:

MD998727: Oil Pan FIPG Cutter

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

.

<<A>> ENGINE LOWER OIL PAN REMOVAL

Insert the special tool MD998727 into the groove shown in the
MD998727 illustration. Strike and slide it and then cut the liquid gasket.

Groove

AC703057 AB

<<B>> A/C COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

1. Remove the A/C compressor from the A/C compressor
bracket with the hose still attached.
2. Place the removed A/C compressor where it will not be a
hindrance when removing and installing the engine oil pan,
and secure it with a cord or wire.
.

<<C>> ENGINE UPPER OIL PAN REMOVAL

1. Remove the engine upper oil pan mounting bolts.
CAUTION
Do not use special tool MD998727. The engine upper oil
pan is made of aluminum and this tool will damage it.
2. Screw in the bolt (M10 × 1.5) into bolt hole A in the location
shown. Then lift the upper oil pan and remove it.

AC703054 AB

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OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER
11C-45
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
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>>A<< ENGINE UPPER OIL PAN/COVER INSTAL-

LATION
1. Remove sealant from the oil pan and cylinder block mating
surfaces.
2. Apply a bead of the sealant to the cylinder block mating
Ø2 mm or Ø3 mm
surface of the engine oil pan as shown.
(Ø0.08 in or Ø0.12 in) Specified sealant: ThreeBond 1227D or equivalent
NOTE: Install the engine lower oil pan immediately after
applying sealant.
3. Assemble the oil pan to the cylinder block to the engine
upper oil pan.

AC703031AB

Bolt specifications
4. Install the bolts to the engine upper oil pan and cover as
shown, and tighten them to the specified torque.
M6 × 20 Tightening torque: 9.5 ± 2.5 N⋅m (85 ± 22 in-lb)

M6 × 20

M6 × 20

M6 × 124
M6 × 124 M6 × 10

Thread diameter × Length mm AC703032AB

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OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER

>>B<< ENGINE LOWER OIL PAN INSTALLATION

1. Remove sealant from the engine lower oil pan and engine
upper oil pan.
2. Degrease the sealant-coated surface and the engine lower
oil pan mating surface.
3. Apply a bead of the sealant to the mating surface of the
engine lower oil pan as shown.
Ø2 mm or Ø3 mm Specified sealant: ThreeBond 1227D or equivalent
(Ø0.08 in or
Ø0.12 in)
NOTE: Install the engine lower oil pan immediately after
applying sealant.
4. Assemble the engine lower oil pan to the engine upper oil
pan.
CAUTION
AC703033AB After the installation, until a sufficient period of time (one
hour or more) elapses, do not apply the engine oil or water
to the sealant application area or start the engine.
Bolt specifications 5. Install the bolts to the lower oil pan as shown, and tighten
them to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 9.5 ± 2.5 N⋅m (85 ± 22 in-lb)
M6 × 91
M6 × 10

M6 × 10 M6 × 10
M6 × 91

Thread diameter × Length mm

AC703034 AB

>>C<< ENGINE OIL PAN DRAIN PLUG

INSTALLATION
Replace the gasket with a new gasket. Install the new gasket in
the direction shown in the illustration.
Engine lower
oil pan side

AC703071AB

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CRANKSHAFT FRONT OIL SEAL
11C-47
INSPECTION
M1112008400224
• Check the engine oil pan for cracks.
• Check the engine oil pan sealant-coated surface for dam-
age and deformation.
• Check the oil strainer for cracked, clogged or damaged wire
net and pipe.

CRANKSHAFT FRONT OIL SEAL

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1112003400661

Pre-removal and Post-installation Operation

• Timing Belt Removal and Installation (Refer to P.11C-55).

Engine oil

N 3

AC703045 AB

Removal steps Removal steps (Continued)

>>B<< 1. Crankshaft sprocket 2. Key
>>A<< 3. Crankshaft front oil seal

Required Special Tool:

• MD998382: Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer

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CRANKSHAFT FRONT OIL SEAL

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

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>>A<< CRANKSHAFT FRONT OIL SEAL INSTAL-

LATION
1. Apply a small amount of engine oil to the oil seal lip and then
insert the o-ring.
2. Using special tool MD998382, tap the oil seal into the front
Oil seal case.
Crankshaft

MD998382
AC703081 AB

>>B<< CRANKSHAFT SPROCKET INSTALLATION

Clean the crankshaft and crankshaft sprocket, and mount
Crankshaft sprocket
them.

Crankshaft
: Clean AC703038 AB

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CRANKSHAFT REAR OIL SEAL
11C-49
CRANKSHAFT REAR OIL SEAL
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1112003700888

Pre-removal and Post-installation Operation

• Transaxle Assembly Removal and Installation (Refer to
GROUP 23C, Transaxle Assembly P.23C-287).

76 ± 4 N·m
56 ± 2 ft-lb

N4 1

4 1

Seating surface: Engine oil

Engine oil Thread: ThreeBond 1324
AC808233 AE

Removal steps Removal steps (Continued)

<<A>> >>B<< 1. Drive plate bolts 3. Drive plate
2. Adaptor plate >>A<< 4. Crankshaft rear oil seal

Required Special Tools:

• MB992075: Handle
• MB992183: Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Installer
• MD998781: Flywheel Stopper

REMOVAL SERVICE POINT

.

<<A>> DRIVE PLATE BOLTS REMOVAL

Use special tool MD998781 to secure the drive plate and
remove the drive plate bolts.

MD998781

AC703058 AB

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CRANKSHAFT REAR OIL SEAL

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

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>>A<< CRANKSHAFT REAR OIL SEAL INSTAL-

LATION
Use special tool MB992075 and MB992183, press-fit a new
Oil seal crankshaft rear oil seal into the oil seal case.
MB992183

MB992075

MB992183
Oil seal
case
MB992075

Edge
AC703090 AB

>>B<< DRIVE PLATE BOLTS INSTALLATION

1. Cleanly remove sealant, oil and dust on the drive plate bolt,
the drive plate and the threaded portions of the crankshaft.
2. Apply oil to the drive plate and the seating surface of the
drive plate bolt.
3. Apply oil to the threaded hole of the crankshaft
4. Apply sealant to the thread of the drive plate bolts.
Specified sealant: ThreeBond 1324

AC609795AF

5. Use special tool MD998781 to secure the drive plate in the

same manner as removal.
6. Tighten the drive plate bolts to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 76 ± 4 N⋅m (56 ± 2 ft-lb)
MD998781

AC703058 AB

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CYLINDER HEAD GASKET
11C-51
CYLINDER HEAD GASKET
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1112004004118

Pre-removal and Post-installation Operation

• Intake Manifold Removal and Installation (Refer to
GROUP 15, Intake Manifold P.15-11).
• Exhaust Manifold Removal and Installation (Refer to
GROUP 15, Exhaust Manifold P.15-18).
• Timing Belt Removal and Installation (Refer to P.11C-55).
• Thermostat Housing Removal and Installation (Refer to
GROUP 14, Water Hose and Water Pipe P.14-45).
• Generator Removal and Installation (Refer to GROUP 16,
Charging System − Generator Assembly P.16-17).

9.5 ± 2.5 N·m

84 ± 22 in-lb
9.5 ± 2.5 N·m
84 ± 22 in-lb
18 4
30 ± 3 N·m
16 22 ± 2 ft-lb 5
1 8.3 ± 1.0 N·m
17 11 ± 1 N·m 30 ± 3 N·m
73 ± 8 in-lb
8.3 ± 1.0 N·m 97 ± 8 in-lb 22 ± 2 ft-lb
73 ± 8 in-lb

19
N 9
N 20 6
21 8 9N 7N
<Cold engine> 10
45 ± 2 N·m 23 <Cold engine>
33 ± 1 ft-lb 45 ± 2 N·m
to (Engine oil) 33 ± 1 ft-lb
+150˚ – +154˚ to
+150˚ – +154˚
22
(Engine oil)
24 N

13
14
90 ± 10 N·m
66 ± 7 ft-lb 3N
(Engine oil)
15 N
2

11
12
41 ± 10 N·m
30 ± 7 ft-lb 11 10 ± 2 N·m
89 ± 17 in-lb
90 ± 10 N·m
66 ± 7 ft-lb
AC809146AB

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CYLINDER HEAD GASKET

Removal steps Removal steps (Continued)

1.
PCV hose connection 13. Timing belt rear cover
2.
Engine oil dipstick <<B>> >>A<< 14. Left bank cylinder head assembly
3.
O-ring >>A<< 15. Cylinder head gasket
4.
Ignition coil connector 16. Breather hose connection
5.
Ignition coil 17. Ignition coil connector
6.
Rocker cover 18. Ignition coil
7.
Rocker cover gasket 19. Rocker cover
8.
Oil pipe 20. Rocker cover gasket
9.
Gasket 21. Engine oil control valve connector
10.
Camshaft position sensor 22. Engine oil pressure switch
connector connector
<<A>> >>B<< 11. Camshaft sprocket <<B>> >>A<< 23. Right bank cylinder head assembly
12. Idler pulley >>A<< 24. Cylinder head gasket

Required Special Tools:

• MB990767: Front Hub and Flange Yoke Holder
• MB991614: Angle Gauge
• MD998719: Pin

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

.

<<A>> CAMSHAFT SPROCKET REMOVAL

Use special tools MB990767 and MD998719 to remove the
camshaft sprocket.
MB990767

MD998719
AC703052 AB

<<B>> CYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

Engine front Loosen the bolts in two or three steps in the order of the num-
bers shown in the illustration, and remove them.
3 7 6 2
<Right
bank>
4 8 5 1

1 5 8 4 <Left
bank>
2 6 7 3
AC703072 AB

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CYLINDER HEAD GASKET
11C-53
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
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>>A<< CYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLY INSTALLA-

TION
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.
2. Check in the following procedure before reusing the cylinder
head bolt.
34 mm
(1.34 in) X (1) Measure the outside diameter "A".
(2) Measure the smallest outside diameter "B" within the
range "X" shown in the illustration.
A B (3) If the difference of outside diameter of thread exceeds
the limit, replace the cylinder head bolt.
17 mm
(0.67 in)
Limit: 0.1mm (0.0039 inch)

AK700001AB

3. Tighten the bolts to the specified torque in the order shown

in the illustration. (in two or three cycles)
Tightening torque: 45 ± 2 N⋅m (33 ± 1 ft-lb)
CAUTION
• If the bolt is turned less than 150 to 154 degrees, proper
fastening performance may not be achieved. Be sure to
turn the bolt exactly 150 to 154 degrees.
• If the bolt is overtightened, loosen the bolt completely
AC703060AB
and then retighten it by repeating the tightening proce-
dure from step 1.
Engine front

6 2 3 7
<Right
bank>
5 1 4 8

8 4 1 5
<Left
bank>
7 3 2 6
AC703072 AC

4. Using special tool MB991614, tighten the cylinder head bolt

MB991614 another 150 to 154 degrees.

150˚ to 154˚
AC703073 AB

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CYLINDER HEAD GASKET
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>>B<< CAMSHAFT SPROCKET INSTALLATION

1. Use special tools MB990767 and MD998719 in the same
way as during removal to hold the camshaft sprocket.
MB990767
2. Tighten the camshaft sprocket mounting bolt to the specified
torque.
Tightening torque: 90 ± 10 N⋅m (66 ± 7 ft-lb)

MD998719
AC703052 AB

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TIMING BELT
11C-55
TIMING BELT
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1112004302629

Pre-removal operation Post-installation operation

• Engine Cover Removal (Refer to GROUP 16, Ignition • Crankshaft Pulley Installation (Refer to P.11C-23).
System − Ignition Coil P.16-49). • Engine Room Under Cover Front B and Engine Room
• Engine Room Under Cover Front B and Engine Room Side Cover (RH) Installation (Refer to GROUP 51, Under
Side Cover (RH) Removal (Refer to GROUP 51, Under Cover P.51-23).
Cover P.51-23). • Engine Cover Installation (Refer to GROUP 16, Ignition
• Crankshaft Pulley Removal (Refer to P.11C-23). System − Ignition Coil P.16-49).

6.5 ± 1.5 N·m

58 ± 13 in-lb

2 8
3
6.5 ± 1.5 N·m
58 ± 13 in-lb

9
6.5 ± 1.5 N·m
58 ± 13 in-lb
41 ± 10 N·m
30 ± 8 ft-lb
4

6
7
5
23 ± 6 N·m
17 ± 4 ft-lb
6.5 ± 1.5 N·m
20 ± 5 N·m
58 ± 13 in-lb
15 ± 3 ft-lb

1
23 ± 6 N·m 48 ± 11 N·m
17 ± 4 ft-lb 36 ± 8 ft-lb
AC605911AE

Removal steps Removal steps (Continued)

1. Auto-tensioner 5. Engine support bracket
2. Timing belt front upper cover, right 6. Front flange
3. Timing belt front upper cover, left <<A>> >>A<< 7. Timing belt auto-tensioner
4. Timing belt lower cover <<B>> >>A<< 8. Timing belt
• Engine mounting bracket (Refer to 9. Tensioner pulley assembly
GROUP 32, Engine Mounting
P.32-5)

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TIMING BELT

Required Special Tools:

• MB990767: Front Hub and Flange Yoke Holder
• MD998716: Crankshaft Wrench
• MD998719: Pin

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

.

<<A>> TIMING BELT AUTO-TENSIONER

REMOVAL
CAUTION
Never turn the crankshaft counterclockwise.
1. Use special tool MD998716 to turn the crankshaft clockwise
to align each timing mark and to set the No. 1 cylinder to
compression top dead center.

MD998716

AC703061 AB

Timing mark Timing mark

Idler pulley

Timing mark

Tension pulley

AC703035 AB

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TIMING BELT
11C-57
2. Remove the upper mounting bolt of the timing belt
Tensioner arm
auto-tensioner.
CAUTION
Upper
The timing belt auto-tensioner rotates centering on the
flange bolt due to the rod thrust, so please make sure your
finger is not trapped.
3. Loosen the lower mounting bolt of the timing belt
Lower auto-tensioner slowly and slide the timing belt
auto-tensioner slightly. Remove the rod from the tensioner
Auto-tensioner AC703074 AB arm.
4. Remove the lower mounting bolt of the timing belt
auto-tensioner.
.

<<B>> TIMING BELT REMOVAL

1. Check that the timing marks of each sprocket are aligned.
2. If the timing belt is to be reused, chalk an arrow on the flat
Timing mark Timing mark side of the belt, indicating the clockwise direction.
Idler pulley 3. Loosen the center bolt of the tensioner pulley, then remove
the timing belt.

Timing mark

Tension pulley

AC703035 AB

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT

.

>>A<< TIMING BELT/TIMING BELT AUTO-TEN-

SIONER INSTALLATION
CAUTION
Always bleed the timing belt auto-tensioner of air before
installing the timing belt auto-tensioner (Refer to
P.11C-59).
1. Insert the pin into the rod of the auto-tensioner under the
following procedures.

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TIMING BELT

CAUTION
Notable factors for inserting pin
• Always use the vertical press and put the auto-ten-
Under 5,000 N
(1,124 lb) sioner vertically.
• Do not apply the load of 5,000 N (1,124 pound) or more
3 mm (0.12 in) to the rod.
• Do not press the rod beyond the dimension shown in
the illustration.
Upright
stance (1) Put the auto-tensioner vertically to the vertical press not
to be in the sideways direction.
AC703075 AB

(2) Slowly close the vice to force the rod in until the hole (A)
Pin hole A
of the rod is lined up with set hole (B) of the cylinder.
(3) Insert a pin into the set holes.
(4) Remove the timing belt auto-tensioner from the vice.
Pin hole B
2. Install the timing belt auto-tensioner with the setting pin, and
tighten the mounting bolts to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 23 ± 6 N⋅m (17 ± 4 ft-lb)

AC703037 AB

<Right bank> Timing marks <Left bank> 3. Align the timing marks on the camshaft sprockets with those
on the timing belt rear cover and the timing mark on the
crankshaft sprocket with that on the engine block as shown
in the illustration.

Camshaft sprocket AC703076 AB

Timing mark
Timing mark

Camshaft sprocket
AC703077 AB

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TIMING BELT
11C-59
CAUTION
The camshaft sprocket (right bank) can turn easily due to
the spring force applied, so be careful not to get your fin-
gers caught.
4. Install the timing belt by the following procedure so that
there is no deflection in the timing belt between each
Timing mark
sprocket and pulley.
Timing mark
(1) Crankshaft sprocket
Idler pulley
(2) Water pump pulley
(3) Camshaft sprocket (Left bank)
(4) Idler pulley
(5) Camshaft sprocket (Right bank)
(6) Tensioner pulley
5. Apply the force to the camshaft sprocket (Right bank)
counterclockwise until the tension side of timing belt is tight.
Check all the timing marks again.
6. Remove the setting pin that has been inserted into the
auto-tensioner.
Timing mark
7. Turn the crankshaft clockwise twice to align the timing
marks.

Tension pulley

AC703035 AC

8. Wait for at least five minutes, then check that the

auto-tensioner push rod extends within the standard value
range.
Standard value (A): 9.1 − 13.4 mm (0.36 − 0.52 inch)
A
9. If not, repeat the operation in steps 1 to 8 above.
10.Check again that the timing marks of the sprockets are
aligned.

AC703036 AB

INSPECTION
M1112004400965
.

TIMING BELT AUTO-TENSIONER CHECK

1. Check for oil leak from seal, and replace it if leak is detected.
2. Check for wear or damage at the top of the rod. Replace it, if
required.
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TIMING BELT

AIR BLEEDING METHOD

CAUTION
• Always use the vertical press and put the auto-ten-
sioner vertically.
• Do not apply the load of 5,000 N (1,124 pound) or more
to the rod.
• Do not press the rod beyond Dimension "A" shown in
the illustration.
100 to 200 N 1. Set the auto-tensioner as shown in the illustration.
Under 5,000 N
(22 to 44 lb)
(1,124 lb) 2. Press the rod slowly down to the lowest point "A" shown in
the illustration.
B: 11.4 mm
(0.45 in) 3. Repeat the procedure 2 three times.
A: 3 mm 4. While the rod is projected at the point "B" shown in the
(0.12 in) illustration, push the rod with 100 − 200 N (22 − 44 pound).
Upright
Check the enough stiffness. If the stiffness is not enough,
stance replace the auto-tensioner.
5. Press down the rod slowly. Put the pin through the hole and
AC703078 AB
secure it.

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ENGINE ASSEMBLY
11C-61
ENGINE ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1112001006610

CAUTION
• When the engine assembly replacement is performed, use scan tool MB991958 to initialize the
learning value (Refer to GROUP 00, Initialization Procedure for Learning Value in MFI Engine
P.00-53).
Pre-removal Operation Post-installation Operation
• Engine Room Under Cover Front and Engine Room Side • Radiator Upper Hose and Radiator Lower Hose Installa-
Cover Removal (Refer to GROUP 51, Under Cover tion (Refer to GROUP 14, Radiator P.14-52).
P.51-23). • Starter Installation (Refer to GROUP 16, Starting System
• Fuel Line Pressure Reduction [Refer to GROUP 13B, − Starter Assembly P.16-33).
On-vehicle Service − Fuel Pump Connector Disconnec- • Transfer Installation (Refer to GROUP 23C, Transfer
tion (How to Reduce Pressurized Fuel Lines) P.13B-887]. Assembly P.23C-292 <Vehicles with S-AWC>, P.23C-293
• Engine Coolant Draining (Refer to GROUP 14, On-vehicle <Vehicles without S-AWC>).
Service − Engine Coolant Replacement P.14-26). • Rear Roll Stopper Installation (Refer to GROUP 32,
• Engine Oil Draining (Refer to GROUP 12, On-vehicle Ser- Engine Roll Stopper and Centermember P.32-11).
vice − Engine Oil Replacement P.12-5). • Pressure Hose Assembly and Return Tube B Installation
• Transmission Fluid Draining (Refer to GROUP 23C, (Refer to GROUP 37, Power Steering Hoses P.37-55).
On-vehicle Service − Transmission Fluid Change • Propeller Shaft Installation (Refer to GROUP 25, Propeller
P.23C-265). Shaft P.25-6).
• Transfer Oil Draining (Refer to GROUP 23C, On-vehicle • Driveshaft Installation (Refer to GROUP 26, Driveshaft
Service − Transfer Oil Change P.23C-272). Assembly P.26-23).
• Hood Removal (Refer to GROUP 42A, Hood P.42A-7). • Strut Tower Bar Installation (Refer to GROUP 42A, Strut
• Engine Cover Removal (Refer to GROUP 16, Ignition Tower Bar P.42A-12).
System − Ignition Coil P.16-49). • Front Exhaust Pipe and Front Exhaust Pipe RH Installa-
• Air Cleaner Removal (Refer to GROUP 15, Air Cleaner tion (Refer to GROUP 15, Exhaust Pipe and Main Muffler
P.15-5). P.15-25).
• Engine Control Module (ECM) Removal [Refer to GROUP • Battery and Battery Tray Installation (Refer to GROUP
13B, Engine Control Module (ECM) P.13B-904]. 54A, Battery P.54A-11).
• Battery and Battery Tray Removal (Refer to GROUP 54A, • Engine Control Module (ECM) Installation [Refer to
Battery P.54A-11). GROUP 13B, Engine Control Module (ECM) P.13B-904].
• Front Exhaust Pipe and Front Exhaust Pipe RH Removal • Air Cleaner Installation (Refer to GROUP 15, Air Cleaner
(Refer to GROUP 15, Exhaust Pipe and Main Muffler P.15-5).
P.15-25). • Generator Drive Belt Tension Check (Refer to P.11A-9).
• Strut Tower Bar Removal (Refer to GROUP 42A, Strut • Power Steering Oil Pump Drive Belt Tension Check and
Tower Bar P.42A-12). Adjustment (Refer to P.11C-9).
• Driveshaft Removal (Refer to GROUP 26, Driveshaft • Engine Oil Refilling (Refer to GROUP 12, On-vehicle Ser-
Assembly P.26-23). vice − Engine Oil Replacement P.12-5).
• Propeller Shaft Removal (Refer to GROUP 25, Propeller • Transmission Fluid Refilling (Refer to GROUP 23C,
Shaft P.25-6). On-vehicle Service − Transmission Fluid Change
• Pressure Hose Assembly and Return Tube B Removal P.23C-265).
(Refer to GROUP 37, Power Steering Hoses P.37-55). • Transfer Oil Refilling (Refer to GROUP 23C, On-vehicle
• Rear Roll Stopper Removal (Refer to GROUP 32, Engine Service − Transfer Oil Change P.23C-272).
Roll Stopper and Centermember P.32-11). • Engine Coolant Refilling (Refer to GROUP 14, On-vehicle
• Transfer Removal (Refer to GROUP 23C, Transfer Service − Engine Coolant Replacement P.14-26).
Assembly P.23C-292 <Vehicles with S-AWC>, P.23C-293 • Fuel Leak Check
<Vehicles without S-AWC>). • Hood Installation (Refer to GROUP 42A, Hood P.42A-7).
• Starter Removal (Refer to GROUP 16, Starting System − • Engine Cover Installation (Refer to GROUP 16, Ignition
Starter Assembly P.16-33). System − Ignition Coil P.16-49).
• Radiator Upper Hose and Radiator Lower Hose Removal • Engine Room Under Cover Front and Engine Room Side
(Refer to GROUP 14, Radiator P.14-52). Cover Installation (Refer to GROUP 51, Under Cover
P.51-23).

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ENGINE ASSEMBLY

AC605920
5
4

23 ± 6 N·m
17 ± 4 ft-lb

1 3
AC800551AC

Removal steps Removal steps (Continued)

<<A>> 1. Generator drive belt • Intake manifold plenum (Refer to
<<B>> >>C<< 2. Power steering oil pump drive belt GROUP 15, Intake Manifold
3. Grounding cable connection Plenum P.15-6)
<<C>> >>B<< 4. Fuel high-pressure hose • Right bank exhaust manifold (Refer
connection to GROUP 15, Exhaust Manifold
5. Heater hose connection P.15-11)

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ENGINE ASSEMBLY
11C-63

9
8.5 ± 1.5 N·m
12 ± 2 N·m
76 ± 13 in-lb
102 ± 22 in-lb

14

10

12 ± 2 N·m
102 ± 22 in-lb

7 13

25 ± 4 N·m
19 ± 3 ft-lb

100 ± 5 N·m
82 ± 8 N·m
74 ± 3 ft-lb
11 61 ± 5 ft-lb
6

17 ± 2 N·m
13 ± 1 ft-lb

8
12

12 23 ± 6 N·m
17 ± 4 ft-lb

AC800548 AC

Removal steps Removal steps (Continued)

6. Engine hanger 9. Control wiring harness (relay box
• Transaxle assembly (Refer to side)
GROUP 23C, Transaxle 10. Control wiring harness (battery
Assembly P.23C-287) side)
<<D>> 7. Power steering oil pump <<F>> >>A<< 11. Engine mounting bracket
assembly >>A<< 12. Engine mounting insulator
<<E>> 8. A/C compressor assembly stopper

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ENGINE ASSEMBLY

Removal steps (Continued)

<<G>> >>A<< 13. Engine assembly
14. Control wiring harness

Required Special Tools: • MB991895: Engine Hanger

• MB992275: Drive Belt Installer • MB991928: Engine Hanger
• MB992276: Drive Belt Remover • MB992208: Engine Hanger Plate A
• MB991454: Engine Hanger Balancer

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

.

<<A>> GENERATOR DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

CAUTION
When the generator drive belt is reused, draw an arrow
indicating the rotating direction on the back of the belt
using chalk to install the same direction.
1. Turn the drive belt auto-tensioner to counterclockwise, and
insert the L-shaped hexagon wrench to the auto-tensioner
hole in order to fix the auto-tensioner.
L-shaped
hexagon 2. Remove the generator drive belt.
wrench

AC703079 AC

<<B>> POWER STEERING OIL PUMP DRIVE

BELT REMOVAL
CAUTION
• To reuse the power steering oil pump drive belt, draw
an arrow indicating the rotating direction on the back of
the power steering oil pump drive belt using chalk to
install the same direction.
• Hang the special tool MB992276 on the vehicle compo-
nents (including front side members) using a cord and
paper clip to prevent from falling.
1. Set the special tool MB992276 as shown and hold it by a
Paper clip
MB992276 finger.

Cord

AC801192 AC

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ENGINE ASSEMBLY
11C-65
CAUTION
Be careful that the finger holding the special tool
MB992276 is not pinched.
2. Slightly turn the crankshaft pulley clockwise until the special
Paper clip
tool MB992276 is pinched and held between the oil pump
assembly pulley and the power steering oil pump drive belt
as shown.
MB992276
Cord 3. If the special tool MB992276 is held, move the finger off.
CAUTION
If the power steering oil pump drive belt is detached, be
careful that the special tool MB992276 is also detached
and fallen.
AC800770 AC
4. Slowly turn the crankshaft pulley clockwise until the power
steering oil pump drive belt goes aground on the special tool
MB992276 and is detached.
5. Remove the special tool MB992276.
.

<<C>> FUEL HIGH-PRESSURE HOSE

DISCONNECTION
1. Remove the stopper of the fuel high-pressure hose.

Stopper

AC703084 AB

2. Raise the retainer of the fuel high-pressure hose and pull out
the fuel high-pressure hose in the direction shown in the
figure.
NOTE: If the retainer is released, install it securely after
removing the fuel high-pressure hose.

Retainer
AC703085 AB

<<D>> POWER STEERING OIL PUMP ASSEMBLY

REMOVAL
1. Remove the power steering oil pump from the engine with
the hose attached.
2. 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.
.

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ENGINE ASSEMBLY

<<E>> A/C COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

1. Remove the A/C compressor from the A/C compressor
bracket with the hose still attached.
2. 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.
.

<<F>> ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKET REMOVAL

1. Support the engine with a garage jack.
2. Engine hanger MB991895 is used
3. Remove special tool MB991895.
MB991895

MB991454
AC703089 AB

4. Engine hanger MB991928 is used

Remove special tool MB991928.
MB991928
5. When removing the transaxle assembly, remove the special
tool MB992208 (Right bank) that supported the engine
assembly.

MB991454
AC703088 AB

6. Mount the special tool MB991454 to the engine right hanger

MB991454 and special tool MB992208 (Left bank), and support the
engine assembly using the chain block or others.
7. Place a garage jack against the engine oil pan with a piece
of wood in between so that the weight of the engine is no
longer being applied to the engine mounting bracket.
8. Loosen the engine mount mounting nuts and bolt, and
remove the engine mounting bracket.
MB992208
AC703059 AB

<<G>> ENGINE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

After checking that all cables, hoses and wiring harness con-
nectors and so on are disconnected from the engine, lift the
chain block slowly to remove the engine assembly upward from
the engine compartment.

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ENGINE ASSEMBLY
11C-67
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
.

>>A<< ENGINE ASSEMBLY/ENGINE MOUNTING

INSULATOR STOPPER/ENGINE MOUNTING
BRACKET INSTALLATION
1. Install the engine assembly, being careful not to pinch the
MB991454 cables, hoses or wiring harness connectors.
2. Support the engine assembly with a garage jack.

MB992208
AC703059 AB

Engine side
3. Mount the engine mounting insulator stopper to be
Engine mounting insulator positioned as shown in the figure, then mount the engine
mounting bracket.

Engine mounting Engine mounting

insulator stopper bracket
AC703066AB

>>B<< FUEL HIGH-PRESSURE HOSE

CONNECTION
CAUTION
After connecting the fuel high-pressure hose, slightly pull
it in the pull-out direction to check that it is installed firmly.
In addition, check that there is approximately 1 mm (0.04
inch) play. After the check, install the stopper securely.

Stopper
AC703087 AB

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ENGINE ASSEMBLY

>>C<< POWER STEERING OIL PUMP DRIVE

BELT INSTALLATION
CAUTION
Power steering oil pump drive belt Check that the belt is fitted in the notches of the notched
pulley and the notches of crankshaft pulley securely.
1. Install the power steering oil pump drive belt in the
crankshaft pulley.
CAUTION
• Hang the special tool MB992275 on the vehicle compo-
nents (including front side members) using a cord and
paper clip to prevent from falling.
Notched pulley • Be careful that the finger holding the special tool
AC802259AC
MB992275 is not pinched.
2. Set the special tool MB992275 and power steering oil pump
MB992275
Paper clip drive belt in the oil pump assembly pulley and hold it by a
finger as shown.
NOTE: .
Cord
• Check that the top surface of power steering oil pump
drive belt goes aground on the special tool MB992275,
and the power steering oil pump drive belt is fitted in the
notched under the oil pump assembly pulley securely as
shown.
AC800771AC

Power steering
oil pump drive belt

MB992275

AC800768AC

• Slightly turn the crankshaft pulley clockwise until the spe-

MB992275
Paper clip cial tool MB992275 is pinched and held between the oil
pump assembly pulley and the power steering oil pump
drive belt as shown.
3. If the special tool MB992275 is held, move the finger off.
Cord
CAUTION
If the power steering oil pump drive belt is installed, be
careful that the special tool MB992275 is detached and
fallen.
4. Slowly turn the crankshaft pulley clockwise and install the
AC800771AC power steering oil pump drive belt.
5. Turn the crankshaft pulley until the special tool MB992275 is
detached from the oil pump assembly and fallen, and then
remove the special tool MB992275.
6. Turn the crankshaft pulley clockwise on several times and
check that the power steering oil pump drive belt is installed
in the oil pump assembly pulley and the crankshaft pulley
securely.

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