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Cover(S), Engine Timing: Removal

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  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
  2. Remove air cleaner assembly (2, 4). Refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, REMOVAL  .
  3. Remove the engine cover (1). Refer to COVER, ENGINE, REMOVAL .
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  4. Drain cooling system.
  5. Remove the fan drive assembly.
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  6. Remove accessory drive belt (3).
  7. Remove fan shroud.
    NOTE:

    It is not necessary to disconnect A/C lines or discharge refrigerant.

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  8. Remove A/C compressor and position aside.
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  9. Remove the A/C line support brace (2).
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  10. Remove the generator and position aside.
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  11. Remove upper radiator hose (1) at the thermostat housing (3).
  12. Disconnect the temperature sensor electrical connector (2).
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  13. Disconnect both heater hoses (2) at timing cover.
  14. Disconnect lower radiator hose (1) at the water pump.
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    1 - 3 - Jaw Puller 1023
    2 - Crankshaft Insert 8513A
  15. Remove accessory drive belt tensioner and both idler pulleys.
  16. Remove crankshaft damper (2). Refer to DAMPER, VIBRATION, REMOVAL  .
  17. If equipped, remove power steering pump and set aside.
  18. Raise the vehicle.
    NOTE:

    If equipped with 4WD. The front axle housing requires to be lowered but does not require removal from the vehicle.

  19. Drain the engine oil.
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  20. If equipped, remove the front skid plate (2).
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  21. Disconnect and position aside the axle disconnect actuator (2) wiring connector (1).
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  22. Mark (4) and remove the front drive shaft (2) at the front axle flange (1).
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  23. Remove the bolts (1) that support the axle pinion to the transmission.
  24. Using a suitable jack. Support the axle.
  25. Remove the axle support bolts (2, 5).
  26. Lower the axle.
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  27. Remove the oil pan.
    NOTE:

    It is not necessary to remove water pump for timing cover removal.

  28. Lower the vehicle.
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  29. Remove timing cover bolts and remove cover.
  30. Verify that timing cover slide bushings (1) are located in timing cover.
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