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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHRYSLER2004PT CRUISER TOURING, 2.4 B, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 101 (2.7L)TIMING CHAIN COVERINSTALLATION
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring, 2.4 B, Automatic
Timing Chain Cover: Installation
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring, 2.4 B, AutomaticSECTION Installation
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- Inspect and clean sealing surfaces. Inspect and replace gasket and seal as necessary.
- If front crankshaft seal was bench installed, place Special Tool 6780-2, Sleeve over crankshaft nose to guide and protect seal lip.
- Before installing timing cover gasket apply a 1/8 inch bead of Mopar® Engine RTV GEN II to the parting lines between the oil pan and cylinder block (Fig 1).
- Install timing cover and gasket. Tighten M10 cover bolts to 54 N.m (40 ft. lbs.) and M6 bolts to 12 N.m (105 in. lbs.) (Figure).
- If not previously performed, install crankshaft oil seal using Special Tool 6780-2 sleeve and 6780-2 installer.
- Install crankshaft vibration damper. (Refer to INSTALLATION ).
- Attach power steering pump to bracket.
- Install A/C belt tensioner assembly to timing cover.
- Install generator/power steering drive belt tensioner pulley and bracket.
- Install radiator fan (Refer to RADIATOR FAN ).
- Install accessory drive belts. (Refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE ).
- Install upper radiator crossmember.
- Connect negative cable.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.