Hyundai Tucson Quiz
Engine Mechanical System

Timing chain cover

In this manual: Engine Mechanical System
General Information — 17Engine Mechanical System — 51Engine Electrical System — 26Emission Control System — 23Engine/Fuel Control System — 44Clutch System — 12MANUAL TRANSMISSION SYSTEM — 12AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SYSTEM — 42Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) System — 14Drive Shaft and Axle — 22Suspension System — 30Steering System — 16Restraint — 21Braking System — 47Body Work (Interior and Exterior) — 145Body Electrical System — 162Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning — 39
18steps
~108min
4/5difficulty
0102030405023.517N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Components and Component Location

COMPONENTS

1. Timing Chain Cover 2. Cover Bolt and Service Hole Seal

Repair Procedures

DEPOSIT

It is not necessary to remove the engine during this procedure.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the right front wheel. (Refer to Suspension System - "Wheel")
  3. Remove the engine undercover.
  4. Remove the engine cover. (Refer to Engine and Transaxle - "Engine Cover")
  5. Remove the cylinder head cover. (Refer to Cylinder Head - "Cylinder Head Cover")
  6. Drain the engine oil and remove the oil pan. (Refer to Lubrication System - Oil Pan)
  7. Remove the engine mount bracket. (Refer to Engine and Transaxle - Engine Mount)
  8. Remove the crankshaft damper pulley. (Refer to Timing System - "Crankshaft Damper Pulley")
  9. Remove the water pump. (Refer to Cooling System - "Water Pump".)
  10. Remove the A/C compressor. (Refer to Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Compressor)
  11. Remove the front engine mount (A).
  12. Remove the alternator (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Alternator").
  13. Remove the timing chain cover (A) by pulling it off at the gaps between the cylinder head and the cylinder block.

REMEDY

  1. Install the timing chain cover.
    1. Use a scraper to remove the old sealant from the sealing surfaces.
    2. The sealing areas on the timing chain cover and the mating parts (camshaft bearing cap, cylinder head, cylinder block, and oil pan) must be free of harmful foreign material, oil, dust, and moisture. Spray cleaner onto the surface and wipe with a clean rag.
    3. Before installing the timing chain cover, apply liquid gasket to the area between the camshaft bearing cap, cylinder head, and cylinder block. Bead width: 3.0 ~ 5.0 mm (0.11 ~ 0.20 in). Sealant: Threebond 1217H or equivalent.
    4. After applying liquid sealant to the timing chain cover, install the cover within 5 minutes after applying the sealant. The sealant must be applied continuously to prevent oil leakage. Bead width: Full section: 2.5 ~ 3.5 mm (0.10 ~ 0.14 in) Section A: 4.5 ~ 5.5 mm (0.18 ~ 0.22 in) Section B: 8.0 ~ 9.0 mm (0.32 ~ 0.35 in) Sealant: Threebond 1217H or equivalent
    5. Install the timing chain cover. Use the dowel pins on the cylinder block and the holes in the timing chain cover as references to install the timing chain cover in the correct position. Tightening torque: Bolts (A, B): 18.6 ~ 24 N·m Bolt (C): 19.6 ~ 24 N·m Bolts (D, E): 39.2 ~ 49 N·m Bolt (F): 9.8 – 11.8 N·m
  2. If necessary, replace the front oil seal. (Refer to Timing System - "Front Oil Seal")
  3. Install the front engine mount (A).

    Tightening torque: 34.3 to 39 N·m

  4. Install the remaining parts in the reverse order of removal.
  5. Add all necessary fluids and check for leaks. Connect GDS. Check codes, record and erase them. Check again.

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