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Timing Chain: Removal

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  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  2. Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to ENGINE FRONT COVER .
  3. Rotate the crankshaft and align the timing marks.
    Fig 1: Rotating Crankshaft And Align Timing Marks
    G03274064Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the bolt.
    Fig 2: Removing Bolt
    G03274065Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the timing chain, the camshaft sprocket and the crankshaft sprocket as an assembly.
    Fig 3: Removing Timing Chain, Camshaft Sprocket And Crankshaft Sprocket As An Assembly
    G03274066Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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