Timing Drive Components - Romeo Engine (4.6L): Removal

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CAUTION: Since the engine is not free-wheeling, timing procedures must be followed exactly or piston and valve damage can occur.

Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to ENGINE FRONT COVER .
Remove the crankshaft sensor ring from the crankshaft.

Fig 1: Removing Crankshaft Sensor Ring From Crankshaft
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Rotate the crankshaft until the timing mark on the RH camshaft sprocket is approximately at the 11 o'clock position and the timing mark or the LH camshaft sprocket is approximately at the 12 o'clock position.

Fig 2: Identifying Timing Mark On RH Camshaft Sprocket
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Install the special tools on the camshaft.

Fig 3: Installing Special Tools On Camshaft
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Remove the timing chain tensioning system from both timing chains.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the timing chain tensioners.
3. Remove the timing chain tensioner arms.
Fig 4: Removing Timing Chain Tensioner Arms
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Remove the timing chains and crankshaft sprocket.

Fig 5: Removing Timing Chains
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Remove the timing chain guides.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the LH timing chain guide.
3. Remove the bolts.
4. Remove the RH timing chain guide.
Fig 6: Removing Timing Chain Guides
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