Timing Chain: Removal
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.
- Remove the oil pump. See OIL PUMP under ENGINE OILING.
- Remove the camshaft sprocket bolts. Remove the camshaft sprocket and timing chain. See Figure.
- Use the Two Jaw Puller (J-8433), Crankshaft End Protector (J-41816-2) and Crankshaft Sprocket Remover (J-41558) in order to remove the crankshaft sprocket. See Figure.
- Remove the crankshaft sprocket. See Figure. Remove the crankshaft sprocket key, if required. See Figure. Clean and inspect the timing chain and sprockets.