Grand Caravan V6-3.8L (2009)
Timing Cover: Service and Repair
Engine Timing Cover(s) - Installation
INSTALLATION
1. Be sure the mating surfaces of the chain case cover and cylinder block are clean and free from burrs. The crankshaft oil seal must be removed to
insure correct oil pump engagement.
NOTE: DO NOT USE SEALER ON COVER GASKET
2. Position a new gasket (1) on the timing cover (2). Adhere the new gasket to the chain case cover, making sure that the lower edge of the gasket is
flush to 0.5 mm (0.020 in.) passed the lower edge of the cover.
3. Rotate the crankshaft so that the oil pump drive flats are in the vertical position.
4. Position the oil pump inner rotor so the mating flats are in the same position as the crankshaft drive flats.
CAUTION: Make sure the oil pump is engaged on the crankshaft correctly or severe damage may result.
5. Install the timing cover and timing chain cover bolts. Tighten M8 bolts to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.) and M10 bolts to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the crankshaft front oil seal (2) . See: Seals and Gaskets/Front Crankshaft Seal/Service and Repair/Front Crankshaft Oil Seal - Installation
