Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

122. Camshaft Cover Installation - Right Side



Camshaft Cover Installation - Right Side


Tools Required
* EN 46101 Spark Plug Tube Seal Guide
* EN 46105 Camshaft Locking Tools






1. Remove the EN 46105 (2) from the rear of the right camshafts (1).




2. Install the EN 46101 (1) onto the spark plug tubes of the right cylinder head.
3. Install the camshaft cover bolt grommets prior to installing the camshaft cover bolts.
4. Wipe the camshaft cover sealing surface on the right cylinder head with a clean, lint-free cloth.




5. Place a bead 8 mm (0.3150 in) in diameter by 4 mm (0.1575 in) in height of RTV sealant on the engine front cover split lines (1).




6. Place the right camshaft cover (2) into position onto the right cylinder head (3).
7. Loosely install the right camshaft cover bolts (1).





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .

8. Tighten the left camshaft cover to cylinder head retaining bolts in the sequence shown.

Tighten the bolts in sequence to 10 Nm (89 lb in).





9. Remove the EN 46101 (1) from the spark plug tubes of the right cylinder head.




10. Install the NEW spark plugs (1).

Tighten the spark plugs to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).






Important: DO NOT damage the spark plug and/or the seal in the left camshaft cover or an engine misfire condition may result.


11. Install the ignition coils (2).
12. Install each ignition coil to camshaft cover retaining bolt (1).

Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (89 lb in).