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Timing Chain and Sprockets Removal (L26)

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    Fig 1: Aligning Timing Chain & Sprocket Timing Marks
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  1. Align the timing marks on the sprockets.
  2. Fig 2: View Of Timing Chain Dampener
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  3. Remove the timing chain dampener.
  4. Fig 3: Identifying Camshaft Sprocket Bolt
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  5. Remove the camshaft sprocket bolt.
  6. Remove the camshaft sprocket.
  7. Remove the timing chain.
  8. Remove the crankshaft sprocket.
  9. Remove the crankshaft balancer key.
  10. Fig 4: Identifying Balance Shaft Drive Gear
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  11. Remove the balance shaft drive gear.