Mariner 2WD V6-3.0L VIN 1 (2006)
6. Lubricate the bearing surfaces of the camshaft bearing thrust caps with clean engine oil and install the bearing thrust caps.
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Loosely install the bolts.
Late Build
7. Install the bolts.
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Tighten in the sequence shown to 8 Nm (71 inch lbs.).
All engines
8. NOTE: Clean the sealing surfaces with metal surface cleaner before installing a new press-in-place gasket.
Install the camshaft oil seal retainer and the 2 bolts.