Timing Drive Components: Removal

CAUTION: Since the engine is not free-wheeling, timing procedures must be followed exactly or piston and valve damage may occur.

Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to ENGINE FRONT COVER .
Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to CAMSHAFT ROLLER FOLLOWER .
Remove the crankshaft sensor ring from the crankshaft.

Fig 1: Removing Crankshaft Sensor Ring From Crankshaft
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NOTE: Notice where the timing marks are in relation to the camshaft keyways.

Fig 2: Identifying Camshaft Keyways At 90 Degrees From Valve Cover Surface

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Rotate the crankshaft until both camshaft keyways are 90 degrees from the valve cover surface.
Remove the (A) bolts and the (B) LH timing chain tensioner.

Fig 3: Removing LH Timing Chain Tensioner
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Remove the (A) bolts and the (B) RH timing chain tensioner.

Fig 4: Removing RH Timing Chain Tensioner
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Fig 5: Removing LH And RH Timing Chain Tensioner Arm From Dowel Pins
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Remove the LH and RH timing chain tensioner arm from the dowel pins.
Remove the timing chains and crankshaft sprockets from the camshafts and crankshaft.

Fig 6: Removing Timing Chain Guides
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Remove the timing chain guide
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the LH timing chain guide.
3. Remove the bolts.
4. Remove the RH timing chain guide.