Kia Sedona (2008 year). Manual - part 349

Fig. 73: Locating RH Timing Chain Guide 
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12. Install RH timing chain. 

To install the timing chain with no slack between each shaft (cam, crank), follow the procedure below. 

Crankshaft sprocket (A) --> Intake camshaft sprocket (B) --> Exhaust camshaft sprocket (C). 

The timing mark of each sprockets should be matched with timing mark (color link) of timing chain at 
installing timing chain. 

Fig. 74: Locating Crankshaft Sprocket Timing Marks 
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Fig. 75: Locating Intake Camshaft Sprocket And Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket Timing Marks 
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13. Install RH timing chain tensioner arm (B). 

Tightening torque  

18.62-21.56 N.m (1.9-2.2 kgf.m, 13.74-15.91 lb-ft) 

14. Install RH timing chain auto tensioner (A). 

Tightening torque  

9.80-11.76 N.m (1.0-1.2 kgf.m, 7.23-8.68 lb-ft) 

Fig. 76: Locating RH Timing Chain Auto Tensioner And RH Timing Chain Tensioner Arm 
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15. Install RH cam-to-cam guide (A). 

 

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Tightening torque  

9.80-11.76 N.m (1.0-1.2 kgf.m, 7.23-8.68 lb-ft) 

Fig. 77: Locating RH Cam-To-Cam Guide 
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16. Install oil pump chain guide (A). 

Tightening torque  

9.80-11.76 N.m (1.0-1.2 kgf.m, 7.23-8.68 lb-ft) 

Fig. 78: Locating Oil Pump Chain Guide 
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17. Install oil pump chain tensioner assembly (A). 

Tightening torque  

 

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9.80-11.76 N.m (1.0-1.2 kgf.m, 7.23-8.68 lb-ft)

Fig. 79: Locating Oil Pump Chain Tensioner Assembly 
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18. Pull out the pins of hydraulic tensioners (LH & RH).  

19. Install oil pump chain cover (A). 

Tightening torque  

9.80-11.76 N.m (1.0-1.2 kgf.m, 7.23-8.68 lb-ft) 

Fig. 80: Locating Oil Pump Chain Cover 
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20. After rotating crankshaft 2 revolutions in regular direction (clockwise viewed from front), confirm the 

timing mark. 

NOTE:

Always turn the crankshaft clockwise.

 

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