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Timing Drive Components - Timing Sprockets: Removal

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  1. Remove the timing belt. For additional information, refer to TIMING BELT .
  2. Lower the vehicle.
  3. CAUTION: The camshaft alignment tool is not recommended to hold the camshafts in place when removing or tightening the bolts. Damage to camshaft may result.
    Fig 1: Removing Special Tool
    G03430242Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the special tool.
  5. NOTE: Use an open-end wrench to keep each camshaft from rotating.
    Fig 2: Removing Bolts & Camshaft Timing Sprockets
    G03430243Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the bolts and the camshaft timing sprockets.