560SL - Installing The Timing Cover, Chain, Lower Guides and Sprockets

This #R107, #560SL Video: Installing The Timing Chain, Guides and Sprockets

UPDATE: I forgot to mention that I already had the crankshaft at TDC before I started. Always check the description to see any updates on the video you are watching.

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In this video I finally install the timing chain cover, the timing chain, the oil pump chain, the lower guides and guide pins as well as all gears and sprockets. I set the initial timing of the M117 and close things up. This video is relevant to all #M116, #M117 Mercedes-Benz 8 cylinder gas, 3.8L, 4.2L, 5.0L, 5.6L engines.

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I used Amsoil Signature Series 5W-50 Synthetic Motor Oil to lubricate the timing chain and the oil pump chain (see Cera Tec next):

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I used a mixture of Liqui Moly (20002) Cera Tec Friction Modifier and the Amsoil 5W-50 to help with the first start:

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You will need lots of assembly grease. I purchased a large can of Driven Engine Assembly Grease:

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For setting the torque of the front cover I used the GEARWRENCH 3/8" Flex Head Electronic Torque Wrench with Angle:

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The sealant I used was the Toyota sealant 0029500103. It was easy to use and I believe it will work nicely for this project:

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That's all the special tools and products I used in this video.

Chapter Links:
00:00 Introduction
02:17 Overview of Parts Needed
13:39 Installing Oil Pump Guide
16:51 Preparing The Engine Block
17:18 Installing Slide Rails
21:15 Preparing Timing Chain and Oil Pump Chain for Install
22:19 Installing Sprockets
24:13 Installing The Timing Chain
26:44 Installing The Intermediate Gear (Distributor Gear)
27:06 Setting Initial Timing of Intermediate Gear
31:37 Checking Timing Chain Routing
33:19 Preparing The Timing Cover
37:27 Verifying The RTV Path
40:09 Applying Sealant to Timing Cover
43:18 Installing Timing Cover
43:31 Installing Oil Pump Chain
45:38 Torquing Down The Timing Cover
49:56 Reviewing RTV Squeeze Out