Timing Chain Tensioner: Removal

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NOTE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan may cause engine failure.

RH and LH tensioners

Remove the engine front cover. Refer to: Engine Front Cover .
RH timing chain tensioner
1. Scribe a location mark on the RH timing chain and the VCT units.
2. Scribe a location mark on the RH timing chain and the crankshaft sprocket.
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Remove the bolts and the RH timing chain tensioner.

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LH timing chain tensioner
Install the crankshaft pulley bolt.

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1. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise.
2. Position the crankshaft sprocket keyway at the 11 o'clock position.
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Verify the timing marks on the VCT units are at the positions shown.

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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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Remove the bolts and the RH timing chain guide.

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Remove the bolts and the RH timing chain tensioner.

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Remove the RH timing chain tensioner arm.

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Remove the RH timing chain.

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1. Scribe a location mark on the LH timing chain and the VCT units.
2. Scribe a location mark on the LH timing chain and the crankshaft sprocket.
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Remove the bolts and the LH timing chain tensioner.

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