Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

123. Camshaft Cover Installation - Right Side




Camshaft Cover Installation - Right Side

Special Tools
* EN 46101 - Spark Plug Tube Seal Guide
* EN 46105 - Camshaft Locking Tools For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools (Special Tools).




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




2. Install the EN 46101 - guide (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).





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

8. Tighten the left camshaft cover to cylinder head retaining bolts in the sequence shown and tighten in sequence to 10 Nm (89 lb in).




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




10. Install the NEW spark plugs (1) and tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).





Note: 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) and tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb in).