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Aston Martin DB9 Factory Workshop Manual (Issue 2, 2005)04 · 03 Engine
04 · Engine

Installation

Make
Aston Martin
Model
DB9 Factory Workshop Manual
Year
Issue 2, 2005
Section
Engine Sealing › Installation
03 EngineInstallation · page 1 of 2
  1. Remove the thermostat housing.
  1. Remove hoses (x4).
  2. Remove bolts (x3).
  3. Remove bolt (x1) from the timing cover.
Diagram showing removal of three bolts and one bolt from the blue thermostat housing
  1. Remove bolts (x2) securing the sump to the timing cover.
Diagram showing location of two bolts securing the sump to the timing cover
  1. Remove the remaining bolts (x14) that secure the timing cover. Withdraw the timing cover. Discard the timing cover gaskets.
Diagram showing front of cover with 14 numbered bolt locations for removal sequence

Installation

  1. Ensure mating surfaces are clean and smooth. Install new timing cover seals.
Diagram showing engine block side with new timing cover seals installed
  1. Apply RTV sealant at the cylinder head joints as shown.

The timing cover must be installed and secured within 6 minutes of applying beads of sealant.

Diagram showing front of cover with RTV sealant applied at cylinder head joints and 14 numbered bolt tightening sequence
RTV Sealant●
Gasket Trimming[icon]
3. Secure with bolts (x14).
The shorter bolt locates in position 2.
Do not install the thermostat bracket bolt.
Torque the bolts, in sequence, to 23-27 Nm.
When the timing cover bolts are torqued, the ends of the timing cover seals may protrude from the joints. Trim flush with a sharp knife.

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