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Timing Chain and Sprockets Installation (L67)

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Tools Required: J 36660-A  Torque Angle Meter

  1. Install the crankshaft balancer key into the crankshaft keyway. The crankshaft balancer key should be parallel to the crankshaft or with a slight incline.
  2. Install the timing chain on the sprockets. Align the timing marks.
    Fig 1: Timing Chain Marks
    G01764618Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the timing chain, the crankshaft sprocket, and the camshaft sprocket.
  4. Install the camshaft sprocket bolt.

    Tighten: 

    Tighten the camshaft sprocket bolt to 100 N.m (74 lb ft). Use J 36660-A to tighten the camshaft sprocket bolt an additional 90 degrees 

    Fig 2: Camshaft Sprocket Bolt
    G01764619Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the timing chain dampener.

    Tighten: 

    Tighten the timing chain dampener bolt to 22 N.m (16 lb ft) 

    Fig 3: Timing Chain Dampener
    G01764620Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.