Removal And Installation: Installation

CAUTION:

Do not use oil based liquids, wire brushes, abrasive wheels or metal scrapers to clean the engine gasket surfaces. Use only isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol, along with plastic or wooden scrapers. Improper gasket surface preparation may result in engine fluid leakage.

Clean the engine timing cover, cylinder head and block mating surfaces with isopropyl alcohol in preparation for sealant application. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

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If removed, install the coolant crossover to the timing cover with a new gasket using only the four bolts (1) shown tightened to the proper torque specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .

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Install the coolant crossover gasket (1) and the water pump gasket (2).

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After all residual sealant (2) has been removed, clean the oil pan and block mating surfaces with isopropyl alcohol in preparation for sealant application, then remove the shop towel (1) prior to timing cover installation. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
CAUTION:
Engine assembly requires the use of a unique sealant that is compatible with engine oil. Using a sealant other than Mopar® Threebond Engine RTV Sealant may result in engine fluid leakage.

CAUTION:
Following the application of Mopar® Threebond Engine RTV Sealant to the gasket surfaces, the components must be assembled within 10 minutes and the attaching fasteners must be tightened to specification within 45 minutes. Prolonged exposure to the air prior to assembly may result in engine fluid leakage.

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Apply a 3 to 4 mm wide bead (1) of Mopar® Threebond Engine RTV Sealant to the front cover as shown in red.

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Apply a 2 to 3 mm wide bead of Mopar® Threebond Engine RTV Sealant to the front of the oil pan (2) and T-joints (1) as shown in illustration.

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Keeping the timing cover in a vertical position with a slight outward tip at the top of the timing cover, load the timing cover at the bottom, along the oil pan and rock the top of the timing cover into place, being extremely careful not to wipe or disturb the Mopar® Threebond Engine RTV Sealant pattern.
Align the locator pins on the engine block to the engine timing cover.
Install and tighten the M6 (1) and M10 (2) timing cover bolts as shown using a criss-cross pattern to the proper torque specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .

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Install the five oil pan to timing cover bolts (1) and tighten to the proper torque specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
Install the right and left cylinder head covers. Refer to COVER(S), CYLINDER HEAD, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .

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Install the heater core supply hose (1) to the coolant crossover.
Install the water pump. Refer to PUMP, WATER, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Install the crankshaft vibration damper. Refer to DAMPER, VIBRATION, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Install the idler pulleys. Refer to PULLEY, IDLER, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Install the belt tensioner. Refer to TENSIONER, BELT, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .

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Install the upper radiator hose (1) to the thermostat housing and secure the clamp.
Install the fuel rail pressure sensor. Refer to SENSOR, FUEL RAIL PRESSURE, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Fill the engine cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Install a NEW oil filter and replace the engine oil. Refer to OIL, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Fill the cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. Check cooling system for correct fluid level. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .