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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the engine oil pump. Refer to Oil Pump Replacement .
  2. Fig 1: Identifying Primary Timing Gear Alignment Marks
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  3. Align the primary timing marks (1) using the J 39946  .
  4. Fig 2: View Of Primary Camshaft Drive Chain Tensioner
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  5. Remove the 2 bolts attaching the primary camshaft drive chain tensioner to the engine block.
  6. Remove the primary camshaft drive chain tensioner, allowing the tensioner to expand as you remove it.
  7. Clean and inspect the camshaft timing drive components. Refer to Camshaft Timing Drive Components Cleaning and Inspection .