Timing Chain Housing (Front Cover): Removal
- Disconnect negative battery cable. On 4WD models, remove front axle assembly. See DIFFERENTIALS & AXLE SHAFTS - TRACKER article in DRIVE AXLES. On all models, remove steering gear. Drain engine oil. Remove oil pan. See OIL PAN . Drain cooling system. Remove cooling fan and shroud. Remove both serpentine belts and belt tensioners. Remove serpentine accessory belt idler pulley.
- Remove water pump pulley. Remove bypass hose and by-pass pipe brackets from cylinder head. Remove crankshaft bolt and pulley. Remove A/C compressor bolts, and position compressor with refrigerant lines aside. Remove A/C compressor bracket.
- Remove valve cover. Remove timing chain housing bolts, and remove timing chain housing.