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I’ve had complaints of a strange rattling noise on some 4.0L Rover engines, any ideas? The AERA Technical Committee offers the following information regarding rocker arm noise on 1997-2001 4.0L Rover engines. Customer complaints of a rattling/tapping noise from the engine have been found to originate from the rocker shaft area. The noise may result
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The AERA Technical Committee offers the following information regarding the piston oil clearance on 1992-2004 Mitsubishi 4D34 and 6D34 diesel engines. Engine builders have reported occasional piston to cylinder wall scuffing shortly after rebuilding these engines. The engines have failed pistons in multiple cylinders at the skirt’s largest diameter. AERA is aware of at least
Shop Line: Timing belts loosening on some Acura 3.2L engines
We’ve had complaints about timing belts loosening on some Acura 3.2L engines. Do you know of any solutions? The AERA Technical Committee offers the following information regarding a revised timing belt tensioner for 2002-2003 Acura 3.2L engines. This tensioner is part of a product improvement by Acura. Vehicles with the revised tensioner should be identified
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Have you heard of any solutions for coolant loss and an oil leak on a 1.6L Honda Civic? The AERA Technical Committee offers the following information regarding a cylinder head gasket leak on 1988-’95 1.6L Honda Civic engines. This information does not apply to the VTEC engines. You may have received complaints that oil is
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We’ve had complaints of recurring oil leaks on some Navistar 7.3L diesel engines. Can you offer any solutions? There have been reports of engine oil leaks on 1994-2003 Navistar 7.3L diesel engines. These leaks most often occur shortly after cylinder head service has been completed. To reduce the likelihood of reccurring leaks, a new end
Shop Line: How do I properly install and time the camshafts on an Isuzu 3.2L V6?
How do I properly install and time the camshafts on an Isuzu 3.2L V6? The AERA Technical Committee offers the following information on camshaft installation and timing procedure for Isuzu 1998-2000 3.2 and 3.5L DOHC V6 engines. There are a number of steps you must follow to install and set the timing of these camshafts
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I have found differing torque values published for the 1.8L Toyota engine. What are the correct torque values? The AERA Technical Committee offers the following information regarding main bearing bolt torque specifications for 1998-2003 Toyota 1.8L 1ZZFE and 2ZZEGE engines. There has been some confusion as to the correct torque value for these engines. Some
Installing a cam timing gear on a 1.8L Toyota
I’ve been having trouble installing a cam timing gear on a 1.8L Toyota. Any advice? The AERA Technical Committee offers the following information regarding the camshaft timing gear installation for 1998-2003 Toyota 1.8L 1ZZFE engines. Some difficulty has been expressed while installing this gear as the gear rotates within its hub. A new camshaft timing
Different engine-to-transmission dowels on Chrysler SOHC V6 engines?
Are there different engine-to-transmission dowels on Chrysler SOHC V6 engines? The AERA Technical Committee offers the following information regarding engine-to-transmission dowels on 1998 and 1999 Chrysler 3.2L and 3.5L SOHC V6 engines. A change was made in March of 1998 to the engine-to-transmission locating dowel length and block counter bore. The new dowel (p/n 06505643AA)
Bedplate torque sequence for a Chrysler 4.7L
What is the bedplate torque sequence for a Chrysler 4.7L? My manual doesn’t seem to list all the fasteners. The AERA Technical Committee offers the following information regarding the main bearing cap/bedplate bolt torque and sequence for 1999-2004 Chrysler 4.7L VIN N engines. This engine uses multiple fasteners at many different locations to secure the
When can I reuse connecting rods for Mercedes-Benz M111 engines?
When can I reuse connecting rods for Mercedes-Benz M111 engines? If you’re rebuilding Merecedes connecting rods for resale or reuse, pay attention to the following information from the AERA Technical Committee The 1994-’98 2.2L Mercedes Benz M111 engines. This information should be considered anytime machine work is being done for component reuse. Examine all connecting
What head gasket issues does a Toyota 2.2L have that I should be concerned with?
The AERA Technical Committee says that loss of engine coolant has been reported on 1997 Toyota 2.2L 5SFE engines in various amounts. In most cases, there are limited signs of this leakage on the ground directly below the engine compartment after it has set for a long period of time. Depending on the production date