Hyundai Elantra: Timing System / Timing Chain Cover
Repair procedures
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| Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces. |
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| To avoid damage, unplug the wiring connectors carefully while holding the connector portion. |
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| Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection. |
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1. | Disconnect the battery negative terminal. |
2. | Remove the engine cover. (Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Cover") |
3. | Remove the engine room under cover. (Refer to Engine And Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Room Under Cover") |
4. | Drain the engine coolant. (Refer to Cooling System - "Coolant") |
5. | Drain the engine oil. (Refer to Lubrication System - "Engine Oil") |
6. | Remove the drive belt. (Refer to Drive Belt System - "Drive Belt") |
7. | Remove the drive belt tensioner. (Refer to Drive Belt System - "Drive Belt Tensioner") |
8. | Remove the alternator. (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Alternator") |
9. | Remove the crankshaft damper pulley. (Refer to Drive Belt System - "Crankshaft Damper Pulley") |
10. | Remove the cylinder head cover. (Refer to Cylinder Head Assembly - "Cylinder Head Cover") |
11. | Remove the water pump. (Refer to Cooling System - "Water Pump") |
12. | Remove the intake and exhaust variable force solenoid (VFS) valves (A). Tightening torque : 9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb-ft) |

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| The variable force solenoid (VFS) must be removed before removing the timing chain cover. |
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13. | Remove the turbo charger coolant hose and pipe mounting bolts (A). Tightening torque : 9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb-ft) |

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14. | Remove the oil pan. (Refer to Lubrication System - "Oil Pan") |
15. | Insert the rubber block between jack and lower crankcase. |
16. | Remove the engine mounting support bracket (A). Tightening torque : Nut (B) : 88.3 - 107.9 N.m (9.0 - 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 - 79.6 lb-ft) Bolt, Nuts (C) : 58.8 - 73.6 N.m (6.0 - 7.5 kgf.m, 43.4 - 54.2 lb-ft) |

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17. | Remove the timing chain cover (A) and hanger (B). 
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1. | Install the new O-ring (A). 
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2. | Install the timing chain cover. (1) | Keep the liquid gasket sealing surfaces (cam carrier, cylinder head, cylinder block, lower crankcase) free from foreign matters, cured sealant, oil, dust, moisture and etc. Spray the cleaner on the sealing surface and wipe it off with a clean cloth. |
(2) | Apply liquid gasket sealant to an interface between cam carrier, cylinder head, cylinder block and lower crankcase. Width : Ø 3.0 - 5.0 mm (0.1181 - 0.1969 in.) Specification : MS721-40AA or above |

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(3) | Apply liquid sealant on timing chain cover. Then, assemble the part within 5 minutes of applying sealant. Width Whole section : Ø 2.5 - 3.5 mm (0.0984 - 0.1378 in) Section A : Ø 1.5 - 2.5 mm (0.0591 - 0.0984 in) Section B : Ø 3.5 - 4.5 mm (0.1378 - 0.1772 in) Specification : MS721-40AA or above |

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(4) | The dowel pins on the cylinder block and holes on the timing chain cover should be used as a reference for assembling the timing chain cover to the exact position. Tightening torque Bolt (A, B, C, D) : 18.6 - 23.5 N.m (1.9 - 2.4 kgf.m, 13.7 - 17.4 lb-ft) Bolt (E, F) : 39.2 - 44.1 N.m (4.0 - 4.5 kgf.m, 28.9 - 32.5 lb-ft) |

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| The firing and / or blow out test should not be performed within 30 minutes of assembling the timing chain cover. |
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3. | Replace the front oil seal. (Refer to Timing System - "Front Oil Seal") |
4. | Install the other parts in the reverse order of removal. |
5. | Refill engine with engine oil. (Refer to Lubrication System - "Engine Oil") |
6. | Fill with engine coolant. (Refer to Cooling System - "Coolant") •
| The coolant must be injected according to the integrated thermal management module (ITM) coolant filling method. |
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Repair procedures
Replacement1.Remove the crankshaft damper pulley.(Refer to Drive Belt System - "Crankshaft Damper Pulley")2.Remove the front oil seal (A)...
Components and components location
Components1. Variable force solenoid valves 2. Timing chain cover3. Cam to cam guide4. Timing chain5. Timing chain tensioner arm6...
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Repair procedures
Replacement
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When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components...
This indicator light illuminates:
• When you place the ignition switch to
the ON position.
-- It illuminates for approximately 3
seconds and then goes off.
• When you deactivate the ESC system
by pressing the ESC OFF button.
Immobilizer Indicator Light
This indicator light illuminates:
• When the vehicle detects the
immobilizer in the key with the
ignition switch in the ON position...