Removal Procedure

Remove the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover - Replacement .
Rotate the crankshaft until the timing marks in the following locations are aligned:
- The camshaft alignment pin (4).
- The timing chain dampener (1) to the crankshaft sprocket (2).
Fig 1: Aligning Timing Marks On Timing Chain
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Remove the camshaft sprocket bolt.

Fig 2: Camshaft Sprocket Bolt
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Remove the camshaft sprocket with the timing chain.

Fig 3: Camshaft Sprocket
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Use the J 5825-A in order to remove the crankshaft sprocket.

Fig 4: Removing Crankshaft Sprocket
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Remove the timing chain dampener bolts.
Remove the timing chain dampener.

Fig 5: Timing Chain Dampener
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If necessary remove the camshaft thrust plate bolts.
Remove the camshaft thrust plate.

Fig 6: Camshaft Thrust Plate

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Clean and inspect the timing chain and gears. Refer to Engine Front Cover - Replacement .