Timing Chain Cover: Removal
- Remove oil pan. See OIL PAN . Drain cooling system. Remove upper and lower radiator hoses. Remove radiator. Remove coolant hoses from water pump. Remove A/C compressor and power steering bracket (if equipped).
- Remove alternator and drive belt(s). Using Fan Clutch Pulley Holder (T84T-6312-C) and Fan Clutch Nut Wrench (T84T-6312-D), remove fan and clutch assembly. See Figure.CAUTION: Fan clutch nut has left-hand threads. Remove nut by turning clockwise as viewed from front of engine.
- If equipped with A/C, remove alternator and bracket. Remove water pump pulley. Remove water pump attaching bolts, and remove pump. Remove gasket. Using Crankshaft Damper Remover (T74P-6316-A), remove crankshaft damper.
- Remove crankshaft position sensor. Remove timing chain cover bolts (note bolt location for installation reference). Remove cover and gasket.