Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Repair Procedures: Installation
- Install the timing chain cover.
- The sealant locations on chain cover and on counter parts (cylinder head, cylinder block, and lower oil pan) must be free of engine oil and etc.
- Before assembling the timing chain cover, the liquid sealant THREE BOND 1217H (Hyundai Gray RTV) should be applied on the gap between cylinder head and cylinder block. The part must be assembled within 5 minutes after sealant was applied.
Bead width : 2.5 mm (0.1 in.)
- After applying liquid sealant THREE BOND 1217H (Hyundai Gray RTV) on timing chain cover. The part must be assembled within 5 minutes after sealant was applied.
Sealant should be applied without discontinuity.
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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.
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