Head gasket replacement; Crank and Cam position.

[hotshot 5691]

Hello.

2012 Spanish Nissan Navara D40.

In regards to crank and cam position do I set this at top dead centre prior to removing and replacing head?.

Cheers Carl

 

[Old.Tony]

That's what you'd try to do, yes. Ensure that the timing chain marks are lined up as well, unless the reason for replacing the head is a failed timing chain.

Here's the Nissan workshop manual for the engine which covers all engine models for that year (2011-2014 actually) and should have all the detail you need about setting the timing up correctly.

 

[hotshot 5691]

That's what you'd try to do, yes. Ensure that the timing chain marks are lined up as well, unless the reason for replacing the head is a failed timing chain.

Here's the Nissan workshop manual for the engine which covers all engine models for that year (2011-2014 actually) and should have all the detail you need about setting the timing up correctly.

Thank you Tony. Yes I'm taking off as is, then replacing as is. All cams will be set in position and marked too.

Form Oamaru New Zealand I wish you a Happy weekend.