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ENGINE 2.4L DOHC
BALANCE SHAFTS AND CARRIER ASSEMBLY (Continued)
(10) If the sprockets are timed correctly, install the
balance shaft bolts and tighten to 28 N·m (250 in.
lbs.). A wood block placed between crankcase and
crankshaft counterbalance will prevent crankshaft
and gear rotation.
(11) CHAIN TENSIONING:
(a) Install chain tensioner loosely assembled.
(b) Position guide on double ended stud making
sure tab on the guide fits into slot on the gear
cover. Install and tighten nut/washer assembly to
12 N·m (105 in. lbs.).
(c) Place a shim 1 mm (0.039 in.) thick x 70 mm
(2.75 in.) long between tensioner and chain. Push
tensioner and shim up against the chain. Apply
firm pressure 2.5–3 Kg (5.5–6.6 lbs.) directly
behind the adjustment slot to take up all
slack. Chain must have shoe radius contact as
shown in (Fig. 127).
(d) With the load applied, tighten top tensioner
bolt first, then bottom pivot bolt. Tighten bolts to
12 N·m (105 in. lbs.). Remove shim.
(e) Install carrier covers and tighten screws to
12 N·m (105 in. lbs.).
(12) If removed, install oil pump (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL PUMP - INSTALLA-
TION).
(13) Install pick-up tube and oil pan (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL PAN - INSTALLA-
TION).
(14) Fill engine crankcase with proper oil to cor-
rect level.
Fig. 127 Chain Tension Adjustment
1 - 1MM (0.039 IN.) SHIM
2 - TENSIONER (ADJUSTER) BOLT
3 - PIVOT BOLT
JR
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