Chain And Sprockets, Timing: Removal: Removal

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Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Drain the cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Fig 1: Front Cover Slide Bushings
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NOTE:
It is not necessary to remove water pump for timing chain cover removal.
Remove the timing chain cover. Refer to COVER(S), ENGINE TIMING, REMOVAL, 5.7L .
Verify the slide bushings (1) remain installed in the timing chain cover during removal.

Fig 2: Oil Pump & Retaining Bolts
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Remove the oil pump retaining bolts (2) and remove the oil pump (1).

Fig 3: Aligning Timing Marks With Timing Chain Sprockets
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Install the vibration damper bolt finger tight. Using a suitable socket and breaker bar, rotate the crankshaft to align the timing marks with the timing chain sprockets (1, 2).

Fig 4: Retracting Tensioner Shoe Using Pliers
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Retract the chain tensioner arm (1) until the hole in the arm lines up with the hole in the bracket.

Fig 5: Timing Chain Tensioner Pin & Bolts
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Install the Tensioner Pin (special tool #8514, Pins, Tensioner) (1) into the chain tensioner holes.

Fig 6: Camshaft Phaser Retaining Bolt
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CAUTION:
Never attempt to disassemble the camshaft phaser, severe engine damage could result.
Remove the camshaft phaser retaining bolt (1) and remove the timing chain with the camshaft phaser and crankshaft sprocket.

Fig 7: Timing Chain Tensioner Pin & Bolts
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NOTE:
Inspect the timing chain tensioner and timing chain guide shoes for wear and replace as necessary.
If the timing chain tensioner is being replaced, remove the retaining bolts (3) and remove the timing chain tensioner (2).
CAUTION:
Do not rotate the crankshaft more than a few degrees independently of the camshafts. Piston to valve contact could occur resulting in possible valve damage. If the crankshaft needs to be rotated more than a few degrees, first remove the camshafts.

Fig 8: Timing Chain Guide & Bolts
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If the timing chain guide (1) is being replaced, remove the retaining bolts (2) and remove the timing chain guide.