Hyundai Tucson: Timing System - Installation

1. Install the crankshaft sprocket (A).

2. Place the crankshaft key at the left 180º.

3. Install the oil pump chain.

(Refer to Lubrication System - "Oil Pump")

4. Install the timing chain (A).

WARNING

• When installing the timing chain, be sure that the timing mark (A) of each sprocket is matched with the timing mark (B) (color link) of the timing chain.

Intake CVVT Timing Mark

Exhaust CVVT Timing Mark

Crankshaft Sprocket Timing Mark

• Confirm that the TDC marks on the intake and exhaust CVVT sprockets are aligned with the top surface of cylinder head.

5. Install the timing chain guide (A).

Tightening torque : 9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb-ft)

6. Install the timing chain tensioner arm (A).

Tightening torque : 9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb-ft)

7. Install the timing chain tensioner (A).

Tightening torque : 9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb-ft)

WARNING

• Install the timing chain tensioner, and then remove the pin (A).

8. Install the cam to cam guide (A).

Tightening torque : 9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb-ft)

9. After rotating crankshaft 2 revolutions in regular direction (clockwise viewed from front), confirm that the TDC marks on the intake and exhaust CVVT sprockets are aligned with the top surface of cylinder head

10. Install the timing chain cover.

(Refer to Timing System - "Timing Chain Cover")

11. Install the other parts in the reverse order of removal

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