Timing Chain: Installation

LH timing chain 

1. Install the timing chain sprocket.

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2. NOTE: The crankshaft sprocket is reversible with a timing mark on each face. For installation of each timing chain, utilize the timing mark on the front face of the crankshaft sprocket for chain alignment.
   1. Install the LH timing chain with the single colored links aligned with the timing marks on the VCT units.
   2. Install the double colored links so they straddle the timing mark on the crankshaft sprocket.

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3. Install the LH timing chain tensioner arm.

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4. 1. Position the tensioner in a soft-jawed vise.
   2. Using pliers, squeeze the ends of the ratchet wire clip together.
   3. Using the soft-jawed vise, compress the plunger to the reset position.
   4. Install a locking pin in the 2 holes of the tensioner body to hold the plunger in place.

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5. Position the LH timing chain tensioner with the end of the tensioner correctly engaged to the tensioner arm and install the fasteners.

   Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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6. Install the LH timing chain guide and bolts.

   Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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7. Remove the pin from the tensioner.

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8. Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1655 Tool, Camshaft Holding.

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9. NOTE: The Camshaft Holding Tool will hold the camshafts in the TDC position.

   Install Special Service Tool: 303-1655 Tool, Camshaft Holding.

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   RH timing chain 

10. NOTE: The crankshaft sprocket is reversible with a timing mark on each face. For installation of each timing chain, utilize the timing mark on the front face of the crankshaft sprocket for chain alignment.
    1. Install the RH timing chain with the single colored links aligned with the timing marks on the VCT units.
    2. Install the double colored links so they straddle the timing mark on the crankshaft sprocket.

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11. Install the RH timing chain tensioner arm.

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12. 1. Position the tensioner in a soft-jawed vise.
    2. Using pliers, squeeze the ends of the ratchet wire clip together.
    3. Using the soft-jawed vise, compress the plunger to the reset position.
    4. Install a locking pin in the 2 holes of the tensioner body to hold the plunger in place.

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13. Position the RH timing chain tensioner with the end of the tensioner correctly engaged to the tensioner arm and install the fasteners.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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14. Install the RH timing chain guide and bolts.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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15. Remove the pin from the tensioner.

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16. Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1655 Tool, Camshaft Holding.

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    RH and LH timing chains 

17. Install the engine front cover. Refer to: Engine Front Cover .