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Timing Chain: Removal

Remove front cover. See FRONT COVER . Rotate crankshaft until cylinder No. 1 is on TDC of compression stroke and timing marks are aligned. See Figure. Remove camshaft gear retaining bolt and washer. Remove timing chain and gears as an assembly.

CAUTION: DO NOT replace camshaft bolt with standard bolt. Bolt has a drilled oil passage.