Pacifica V6-3.8L VIN L (2005)
22) Remove camshaft position sensor from timing chain cover (Fig. 177).
23) Remove the water pump, for cover removal clearance.
24) Support the engine with a floor jack and remove the upper engine mount assembly.
25) Remove the timing chain cover fasteners and remove timing chain cover (Fig. 174).
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Crankshaft oil seal must be removed to insure correct oil pump engagement.
1) Be sure mating surfaces of chain case cover and cylinder block are clean and free from burrs.
NOTE: DO NOT USE SEALER ON COVER GASKET
2) Position new gasket on timing cover (Fig. 178). Adhere new gasket to chain case cover, making sure that the lower edge of the gasket is 0.5 mm
(0.020 inch) beyond the lower edge of the cover.
3) Rotate crankshaft so that the oil pump drive flats are in the vertical position.
4) Position oil pump inner rotor so the mating flats are in the same position as the crankshaft drive flats (Fig. 178).
CAUTION: Make sure the oil pump is engaged on the crankshaft correctly or severe damage may result.