Mystique V6-153 2.5L DOHC VIN L SFI (1999)
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Apply Engine assembly lubricant and lubricate the roller finger followers before installation
2. CAUTION: Install the camshaft journal thrust caps last or damage to the thrust caps may occur.
CAUTION: Use thrust caps 1L and 5L to align camshaft end play prior to tightening the other bearing caps.
Install and tighten the left-hand cylinder head bearing caps in the indicated sequence in several passes.
3. CAUTION: Do not rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise. The timing chains may bind causing engine damage.
NOTE: The right-hand camshafts are in the neutral position.
Rotate the crankshaft clockwise to position the crankshaft keyway in the 3 o'clock position.
4. CAUTION: The crankshaft keyway must be in the 3 o'clock position prior to installation of the right-hand roller finger followers. Failure
to do so may lead to engine damage.
NOTE: Make sure the roller finger followers are installed in their original positions.
