Nissan Maxima. Manual - part 546

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REAR TIMING CHAIN CASE

6. Remove the rear timing chain case.

CAUTION:

• Do not remove the plate metal cover for the oil passage.

• After removing the chain case, do not apply any load to

the case that might bend it.

a. Loosen and remove the rear timing chain case bolts in the order as shown.

b. Cut the sealant using Tool and remove the rear timing chain

case.

CAUTION:

• Be careful not to damage the mating surface.

• Do not insert a screwdriver, this will damage the mating

surfaces.

• In areas where the cutter is difficult to use, use a plastic ham-

mer to lightly tap (1) the cutter where the liquid gasket is

applied. Use a plastic hammer to slide (2) the cutter by tapping

on the side.

7. Remove O-rings to timing chain case and cylinder block.

CAUTION:

Do not reuse O-rings.

KBIA1307E

Tool number

: KV10111100 (J-37228)

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8. Use a scraper to remove all of the old Silicone RTV Sealant from

the front and rear timing chain case and opposite mating sur-

faces.

CAUTION:

Do not damage the mating surfaces.

9. Remove all old Silicone RTV Sealant from all the bolt holes and

bolts. 

CAUTION:

Do not damage the threads or mating surfaces.

INSTALLATION

1. Install O-rings on cylinder block.

CAUTION:

Do not reuse O-rings.

2. Apply Genuine Silicone RTV Sealant or equivalent, to the rear timing chain case using Tool as shown.

Refer to 

GI-21, "Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants"

.

CAUTION:

• For "a", completely wipe out liquid gasket extended on a portion touching at engine coolant.

• Apply liquid gasket on installation position of water pump and cylinder completely.

• Installation should be done within 5 minutes after applying liquid gasket.

• Do not fill the engine with oil for at least 30 minutes after the components are installed to allow

the sealant to cure.

SEM428G

SEM161F

PBIC0788E

Tool number

: WS39930000 ( — )

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REAR TIMING CHAIN CASE

3. Align the rear timing chain case and water pump assembly with the dowel pins (RH and LH) on the cylin-

der block and install the case. Make sure the O-rings stay in place during installation.

CAUTION:

Do not reuse O-rings.

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a. Tighten the bolts in the numerical order as shown. There are two bolt lengths used. Follow the chart below

for proper bolt length specifications.

b. After all bolts are initially tightened, retighten them to the specification in the numerical order shown.
4. Install the primary and secondary timing chains. Refer to 

EM-64, "Removal and Installation"

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5. Install the front timing chain case. Refer to 

EM-54, "Removal and Installation"

.

6. Install No. 1 camshaft bracket (RH) and No. 1 camshaft bracket (LH). Refer to 

EM-76, "Removal and

Installation"

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7. Install the oil pan upper and lower. Refer to 

EM-37, "Removal and Installation (Upper Oil Pan)"

.

8. Install the engine assembly. Refer to 

EM-103, "Removal and Installation"

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Bolt length Bolt position

Torque specification

20 mm 
(0.79 in)

1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 
9, 10

12.7 N·m (1.3 kg-m, 9 ft-lb)

16 mm 
(0.63 in)

4, 5, 11

12.7 N·m (1.3 kg-m, 9 ft-lb)

16 mm 
(0.63 in)

12 - 25

12.7 N·m (1.3 kg-m, 9 ft-lb)

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