Timing Chain Tensioner: Installation

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LH timing chain tensioner

If not already pinned, using a small pick, carefully push the LH tensioner rack pawl retainer away from the rack pawl and compress the tensioner plunger and rack using a vise.. Use the General Equipment: Vise

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- Install a retaining clip into the tensioner to hold the rack pawl and plunger in the seated position for tensioner installation.
- Remove the LH tensioner from the vise.
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Install the LH timing chain tensioner arm.

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Install the LH primary timing chain tensioner and the bolts.
Torque: Stage 1: 89 lb.in (10 Nm) | Stage 2: 45 deg.

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Remove the retaining clip from the LH timing chain tensioner.

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RH timing chain tensioner
Using a small pick, carefully push the RH tensioner rack pawl retainer away from the rack pawl and compress the tensioner plunger and rack using a vise.. Use the General Equipment: Vise

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- Install a retaining clip into the tensioner to hold the rack pawl and plunger in the seated position for tensioner installation.
- Remove the RH tensioner from the vise.
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Position the RH timing chain tensioner arm on the dowel pin and install the RH timing chain tensioner and the bolts.
Torque: Stage 1: 89 lb.in (10 Nm) | Stage 2: 45 deg.

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Remove the retaining clip from the RH timing chain tensioner.

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RH and LH timing chain tensioners
Install the engine front cover. Refer to: Engine Front Cover .