RDX AWD L4-2.3L Turbo (2010)
8. Remove the cam chain See: Service and Repair/Cam Chain Removal, and check the teeth on the crankshaft sprocket, the VTC actuator, and the
exhaust camshaft sprocket for wear and damage. If any of them are worn or damaged, replace if necessary.
9. Check the oil passage on the cam chain auto-tensioner for clogs. If the cam chain auto-tensioner is clogged, replace it.
10. Remove the power steering pump. Do not disconnect the power steering hoses from the pump See: Service and Repair/Engine Removal.
11. Attach the universal eyelet to the drive belt auto-tensioner See: Service and Repair/Engine Removal.
12. Remove the top corner clip from the front grill on both sides. Place the engine support mount pads over the hood edge cushions, and align the pins
with the clip hole. Remove the lids from both sides of the cowl cover. Install the engine support hanger (AAR-T-1256), then attach the hook to the
universal eyelet. Tighten the wing nut by hand to lift and support the engine/transmission See: Engine Lubrication/Oil Pump/Service and
Repair/Removal and Replacement.
13. Remove the oil pan See: Engine Lubrication/Oil Pan/Service and Repair/Engine Oil Pan Removal.
14. Measure the length of the oil pump chain auto-tensioner rod.
15. If the length is over the service limit, replace the oil pump chain See: Engine Lubrication/Oil Pump/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement
. When replacing, check the teeth on the crankshaft sprocket and the oil pump sprocket for wear and damage. If any of them are worn or damaged,
replace if necessary.
16. Check the oil passage on the oil pump chain auto-tensioner for clogs. If the cam chain auto-tensioner is clogged, replace it.
17. Install the oil pan See: Engine Lubrication/Oil Pan/Service and Repair/Engine Oil Pan Installation.
18. Support the engine with a jack and a wood block under the oil pan.
19. Remove the special tools from the engine and vehicle.
20. Install the new cam chain See: Service and Repair/Cam Chain Installation.
21. Install the power steering pump See: Service and Repair/Engine Installation.
22. Install the cylinder head cover See: Cylinder Head Assembly/Valve Cover/Service and Repair/Cylinder Head Cover Installation.
23. Install the four spark plugs and the four ignition coils See: Powertrain Management/Ignition System/Ignition Coil/Service and Repair.
24. Install the front splash shield See: Body and Frame/Splash Guard/Service and Repair/Front Splash Shield Replacement.
25. Install the front wheels.
