QX4 2WD V6-3.5L (VQ35DE) (2003)
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17. Install the water pump cover and the chain tensioner cover to front timing chain case if removed.
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Apply RTV silicone sealant or equivalent.
18. Install new front oil seal, then apply liquid gasket to front timing chain case.
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Before installation, wipe off the protruding sealant.
19. Install rear timing chain case pin into dowel pin hole on front timing chain case.
20. Tighten bolts to the specified torque in order shown in the figure.
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Leave the bolts unattended for 30 minutes or more after tightening.
21. After installing front timing chain case, check surface height difference between following parts on oil pan mounting surface.
Standard
Front timing chain case to rear timing chain case: -0.14 to 0.14 mm (-0.0055 to 0.0055 inch)
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If not within standard, repeat above installation procedure.