Equator 2WD V6-4.0L (2009)
WARNING:
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Be careful not to touch rotating parts (drive belts, idler pulley, and crankshaft pulley, etc.).
CAUTION:
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Engine oil may squirt from intake valve timing control solenoid valve installation hole during cranking. Use a shop cloth to prevent
the engine oil from spilling on components and the vehicle.
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Do not allow engine oil to get on rubber components such as drive belt or engine mount insulators. Immediately wipe off any splashed
engine oil.
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Clean oil groove between oil strainer and intake valve timing control solenoid valve if engine oil does not come out from camshaft
bracket (No. 1) oil hole.
5) Remove components between intake valve timing control solenoid valve and camshaft sprocket (INT), and then check each oil groove for
clogging.
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Clean oil groove if necessary.
6) After inspection, installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order of removal.
Inspection for Leaks
The following are procedures for checking fluid leaks, lubricant leaks and exhaust gases leaks.
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Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required quantity, fill to the specified level.
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Use procedure below to check for fuel leakage.
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Turn ignition switch "ON" (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, check for fuel leakage at connection points.
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Start engine. With engine speed increased, check again for fuel leakage at connection points.
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Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.
NOTE:
If hydraulic pressure inside timing chain tensioner drops after removal /installation, slack in the guide may generate a pounding noise during and
just after engine start. However, this is normal. Noise will stop after hydraulic pressure rises.
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Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of fuel, exhaust gases, or any oil/fluids including engine oil and engine coolant.
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Bleed air from lines and hoses of applicable lines, such as in cooling system.
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After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to the specified level, if necessary.
