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Timing Chain and Sprocket Removal: Removal

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    Fig 1: View Of Camshaft Sprocket, Timing Chain & Sprocket Bolt
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    CAUTION: Do not turn the crankshaft assembly after the timing chain has been removed in order to prevent damage to the piston assemblies or the valves.
  1. Remove and discard the camshaft sprocket bolt (206).
  2. Remove the camshaft sprocket (205) and timing chain (208).
  3. Fig 2: View Of Timing Chain Tensioner & Bolts
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  4. Remove the bolts (231) and timing chain tensioner (232).
  5. Fig 3: View Of Crankshaft Sprocket Special Tools
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  6. Use the J 41816-2:  protector (1), the J 41558:  remover (2), bolts (3), and the J 8433:  puller (4) in order to remove the crankshaft sprocket.
  7. Fig 4: View Of Crankshaft Sprocket
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  8. Remove the crankshaft sprocket (207).
  9. Fig 5: View Of Crankshaft Key & Keyway
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  10. Remove the crankshaft sprocket key, as required.