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Removal (Timing Chain)

  1. Remove upper and lower engine front cover. Rotate crankshaft until No. 1 cylinder is on TDC at end of compression stroke. Timing mark on front cover should align with notch in vibration damper. Note timing chain dowel pin location.
  2. Remove camshaft sprocket with timing chain attached. Remove chain from camshaft and crankshaft sprockets.
  3. If crankshaft sprocket removal is necessary, remove oil pan. Remove oil pump sprocket and drive chain. Remove Woodruff key from crankshaft. Using a puller, remove crankshaft sprocket.