Engine Front Cover Cleaning and Inspection (LAU or LBW)
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Engine Front Cover Cleaning and Inspection (LAU or LBW)
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Special Tools
EN 28410
Gasket removal tool
For equivalent regional tools, refer to
Special Tools
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Remove any RTV sealant (1) from the engine front cover using
EN 28410
remover.
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Clean out debris from the bolt holes.
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Clean the engine front cover in solvent.
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Inspect the exterior of the engine front cover for the following conditions:
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Damage to the water pump bolt hole threads (7)
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Gouges or damage to the water pump sealing surfaces (6)
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Damage to the crankshaft front oil seal bore (5)
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Damage to the camshaft position actuator valve oil seal bores (1)
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Damage to the engine front cover bolt holes (2)
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Damage and/or corrosion to the engine coolant passage (3)
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Dents or damage to the exterior (4)
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Inspect the interior of the engine front cover for the following conditions:
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Gouges or damage to the engine front cover sealing surfaces to the engine block (7), oil pan (5), and/or camshaft covers (2)
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Damage and/or corrosion to the engine coolant passage (6)
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Damage to the crankshaft front oil seal bore
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Gouges or damage to the O-ring sealing areas
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Gouges or damage to the water pump seal area (3)
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Loose or damaged deadener plates (4)
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Damage to the engine front cover bolt holes (1)
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Repair or replace the engine front cover as necessary.
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