Timing Chain: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Firebird and 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the key into the crankshaft keyway, if previously removed. Tap the key into the keyway until both ends of the key bottom onto the crankshaft.
- Install the crankshaft sprocket onto the front of the crankshaft. See Figure. Align the crankshaft key with the crankshaft sprocket keyway. Use the Crankshaft Sprocket Installer (J-41665) in order to install the crankshaft sprocket. See Fig 2. Install the sprocket onto the crankshaft until fully seated against the crankshaft flange. Rotate the crankshaft sprocket until the alignment mark is in the 12 o'clock position.
- Install the camshaft sprocket and timing chain. See Figure. If necessary, rotate the camshaft or crankshaft sprockets in order to align the timing marks. See Figure.
- Install the camshaft sprocket bolts. Tighten the camshaft sprocket bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
- Install the oil pump. See OIL PUMP under ENGINE OILING.
NOTE:
Properly locate the camshaft sprocket locating pin with the camshaft sprocket alignment hole. The sprocket teeth and timing chain must mesh. The camshaft and the crankshaft sprocket alignment marks MUST be aligned correctly. Locate the camshaft sprocket alignment mark in the 6 o'clock position.