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Timing Chain: Removal

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  1. Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to ENGINE FRONT COVER .
  2. Rotate the crankshaft and align the timing marks.
    Fig 1: Identifying Timing Marks
    G01592206Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the camshaft sprocket bolt.
    Fig 2: Identifying Camshaft Sprocket Bolt
    G01592207Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the timing chain, the camshaft sprocket and the crankshaft sprocket as an assembly.
    Fig 3: Identifying Timing Chains
    G01592208Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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