1) Run PIWIS computer interrogation (check for fault codes, engine over-revs & camshaft deviation #’s).
2) Check over car complete, perform vehicle safety inspection, and listen to engine to help determine overall condition. (This is an educated guess to perform this procedure)
3) Remove engine oil filter, cut open and inspect for any debris.
4) Drain engine oil.
5) Remove engine sump plate and inspect for any debris and bottom of cylinder bores for any scoring.
6) Remove Gearbox/Transmission.
7) Remove flex-plate/clutch and flywheel assembly.
8) Inspect (measure & check) clutch and flywheel assemblies, if applicable.
9) Put engine at Top Dead Center (TDC) for #1 cylinder and Pin crankshaft pulley with factory tool.
10) Remove camshaft end plugs & install camshaft jig timing assemblies.
11) Remove bank #1 and IMS chain tensioners.
12) Clean back of engine (bell housing area) if RMS approved.
13) Remove IMS flange assembly with factory tools, carefully inspect seal sealing surface (race O.D.).
14) Replace all 4 accessible (rear of engine) engine case bolts with factory micro-encapsulated bolts if RMS.
15) Replace engine rear crankshaft seal (RMS) with updated PTFE type seal.
(Please note: Utilize the latest factory installation tool, do not touch the inner lip of the seal with your bare fingers because the acid on your hands will deteriorate the seal surface) IF APPROVED
16) If replacing RMS, check engine crankshaft to crankcase with tool 9699/1.
17) Replace IMS bearing with “The Solution” utilizing LNE and factory tools.
(Please note: Kit includes IMS bearing flange and micro-encapsulated fasteners, follow LNE installation instructions, put The Solution bushing and installer in freezer for 30 minutes prior to installation).
18) Re-assemble in reverse order starting with #11.
(Please note: Replace camshaft end plugs with new parts-no sealant required, clean all oil off of these surfaces)
19) Replace all flywheel and pressure plate fasteners.
20) Remove DME relay and crank the engine with the starter, to build engine oil pressure best effort.
(Please note: Crank for 10 seconds twice with a 10 second break in between)
21) Keep at idle and load low when engine first starts, monitor closely for any strange noises or leaks.
22) Recheck camshaft deviation values after vehicle has been driven (This is an adapted value so engine must be run).