Timing Chain & Sprockets: Removal

Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove timing chain cover. See TIMING CHAIN COVER . Position No. 1 piston on TDC of compression stroke. See Figure. Check alignment of camshaft and crankshaft sprocket timing marks. Check timing chain deflection. See INSPECTION . Remove camshaft sprocket retaining bolt and washer. Slide sprockets and timing chain forward and remove as an assembly.