Cleaning
Clean the gasket faces for
- the manifold. Check that the studs are tightened.
- the coolant bypass channel
- the thermostat housing.
- the intake manifold
- the cylinder block
- camshaft cover.
Blow the oil ducts clean.
Note. Use a razor blade or a gasket scraper and gasket solvent P/N 1161 440.
| WARNING | When using gasket solvent, work shall be done in a fume hood or by an air extractor |
Position the crankshaft
Remove the starter motor mounting screws. Pull out the starter motor and place it to one side.
Remove the blind cover plug
Turn the crankshaft slightly clockwise .
Install crankshaft stop 9995451 . Ensure that it bottoms out against the cylinder block.
Turn the crankshaft counter-clockwise until it stops against the crankshaft stop
Check that the marking on the crankshaft timing gear pulley corresponds with the marking on the oil pump.