To remove the components, first relieve the fuel system pressure, then disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal. Next, remove the air filter housing and set the engine to TDC. Loosen the right front wheel lug nuts, raise the front of the vehicle, and support it securely on jack stands before removing the right front wheel. Drain the engine oil and coolant, then remove the valve cover, drive belt, and alternator. Support the engine with an engine hoist or a block of wood, carefully raising it just enough to relieve the weight off the mounts, and then remove the right
Engine Mount and
Crankshaft Pulley. For 1.5L engines, remove the
Oil Pan-to-timing cover bolts, loosen the timing cover bolts gradually and evenly, and remove them. It is advisable to draw a sketch of the engine cover and fasteners to identify the location of all bolts for reinstallation. If necessary, use a pry bar to separate the timing cover from the
Cylinder Head. For installation, inspect and clean all sealing surfaces of the timing cover, upper oil pan, and block, taking care not to gouge aluminum parts. If needed, replace the crankshaft front oil seal. For 1.5L engines, apply a 4 mm bead of RTV sealant around the timing cover sealing surface and a 3 mm dab where the cylinder head and engine block meet; for 2.0L and 2.5L engines, use a 5 mm bead and a 14 mm dab respectively. Install the cover and bolts in their original locations, tightening them hand-tight and then in sequence to the specified torque, ensuring to replace the #3, #5, and #6 bolts with new ones on 2.0L and 2.5L engines. Reinstall the remaining parts in reverse order, fill the crankcase with the recommended oil, reconnect the battery, refill the cooling system, and finally start the engine to check for leaks and fluid levels.