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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUZUKI2009XL-7 2WD V6-3.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINESERVICE AND REPAIROVERHAULASSEMBLYCAMSHAFT COVER INSTALLATION - LEFT SIDE
2009 Suzuki XL-7 2WD V6-3.6L
Camshaft Cover Installation - Left Side
2009 Suzuki XL-7 2WD V6-3.6LSECTION Camshaft Cover Installation - Left Side
Camshaft Cover Installation - Left Side
Special Tool
EN 46101 Spark Plug Tube Seal Guide
EN 46105 Camshaft Locking Tool
1. Remove the EN 46105-2 from the rear of the left camshafts.
2. Install the EN 46101 onto the spark plug tubes of the left cylinder head.
3. Install the camshaft cover bolt grommets prior to installing the camshaft cover bolts.
4. Wipe the camshaft cover sealing surface on the left cylinder head with a clean, lint-free cloth.
5. Place a bead 8 mm (0.3150 in) in diameter by 4 mm (0.1575 in) in height of RTV sealant, GM P/N 12378521 (Canadian P/N 88901148) or equivalent, on the engine front cover split lines (1).
6. Place the left camshaft cover into position onto the left cylinder head.
7. Loosely install the left camshaft cover bolts.
CAUTION:
Refer to [Fastener Notice].
8. Tighten the left camshaft cover bolts in the sequence shown.
Tightening torque
1. Tighten the left camshaft cover bolts in the sequence to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
2. Tighten the left camshaft cover bolts a second pass in the sequence to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
9. Remove the EN 46101 from the spark plug tubes of the left cylinder head.
10. Install the NEW spark plugs into the left cylinder head.
Tightening torque
Tighten the spark plugs to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).
11. Install the ignition coils.
12. Install the ignition coil bolts.
Tightening torque
Tighten the ignition coil bolts to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
Special Tool
EN 46101 Spark Plug Tube Seal Guide
EN 46105 Camshaft Locking Tool
1. Remove the EN 46105-2 from the rear of the left camshafts.
2. Install the EN 46101 onto the spark plug tubes of the left cylinder head.
3. Install the camshaft cover bolt grommets prior to installing the camshaft cover bolts.
4. Wipe the camshaft cover sealing surface on the left cylinder head with a clean, lint-free cloth.
5. Place a bead 8 mm (0.3150 in) in diameter by 4 mm (0.1575 in) in height of RTV sealant, GM P/N 12378521 (Canadian P/N 88901148) or equivalent, on the engine front cover split lines (1).
6. Place the left camshaft cover into position onto the left cylinder head.
7. Loosely install the left camshaft cover bolts.
CAUTION:
Refer to [Fastener Notice].
8. Tighten the left camshaft cover bolts in the sequence shown.
Tightening torque
1. Tighten the left camshaft cover bolts in the sequence to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
2. Tighten the left camshaft cover bolts a second pass in the sequence to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
9. Remove the EN 46101 from the spark plug tubes of the left cylinder head.
10. Install the NEW spark plugs into the left cylinder head.
Tightening torque
Tighten the spark plugs to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).
11. Install the ignition coils.
12. Install the ignition coil bolts.
Tightening torque
Tighten the ignition coil bolts to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
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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.