Volvo Penta D2-55, Workshop Manual

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Group 21 Short block
6. Install a new gasket on the timing cover.
NOTE! If the gasket contains a center part, this must
be cut away.
Install the timing gear cover with the new gasket.
Check that the start spring is in position in the
timing gear cover and is connected to the regula-
tor arm (link arm). Push the regulator arm through
the hole in the cylinder block.
Screw the timing gear cover down.
Oil channels
Clean and flush the oil channels in the engine with
cleaning liquid and then with steam or rinsing oil at a
pressure of 300-400 kPa in conjunction with a larger
engine overhaul. Clean the oil pressure pipe between
the cylinder block and cylinder head.
Clean the drilled oil channels in the cylinder block,
crankshaft and con rods with a cleaning brush.
7. Turn the stop arm clockwise and connect to the
injection pump. Fit the clip.
NOTE! Be careful to ensure that the shim that was
placed underneath the injection pump flange is put
back, before the pump is placed in the block (applies
when the pump has been removed).
8. Tighten the injection pump, tightening torque refer
to “Technical data”.
9. Fit the key into the crankshaft and install the
crankshaft pulley. Tightening torque, please refer
to the “Technical Data” chapter
10. Connect the fuel hose to the injection pump.
11. Check the injection timing (crankshaft position) in
cases where a new complete camshaft has been
installed or if a new cylinder block is used.