Hombre XS Space Cab L4-2.2L CPC (1997)
Timing Cover: Service and Repair
TOOLS REQUIRED
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J 35468 Oil Seal Installer.
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Or equivalent.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
3. Remove the radiator cooling fan shroud.
4. Remove the accessory drive belt.
5. Remove the engine cooling fan pulley.
6. Raise the vehicle.
7. Remove the crankshaft pulley.
8. Remove the accessory drive belt tensioner.
9. Loosen the bolts for the oil pan. Allow the oil pan to drop enough to allow engine front cover removal.
NOTE: Inspect the engine front engine cover for warpage or damage. Replace if needed. Clean all sealing surfaces.
10. Remove the engine front cover.
CAUTION: The correct tool must be used in order to align the engine front cover. This will ensure that the engine front cover seal will be centered
around the crankshaft. The seal must be centered around the crankshaft in order to prevent damage during hub installation.
