Timing Chain and Sprockets Installation

Tools Required 

J 41665  Crankshaft Balancer and Sprocket Installer

Fig 1: View Of Crankshaft Key & Keyway
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1. Install the key into the crankshaft keyway, if previously removed.
Fig 2: View Of Installed Crankshaft Key
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2. Tap the key (122) into the keyway until both ends of the key bottom onto the crankshaft.
Fig 3: View Of Crankshaft Sprocket
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3. Install the crankshaft sprocket onto the front of the crankshaft. Align the crankshaft key with the crankshaft sprocket keyway.
Fig 4: Using J 41665 To Install Crankshaft Sprocket
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4. Use the J 41665  in order to install the crankshaft sprocket.

   Install the sprocket onto the crankshaft until fully seated against the crankshaft flange.

5. Rotate the crankshaft sprocket until the alignment mark is in the 12 o'clock position.
Fig 5: Chain Dampener & Bolts
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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
6. Install the chain dampener (232) and bolts (231).

   Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

Fig 6: Chain Dampener & Heads Of Bolts
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7. With the chain dampener properly installed, the heads of the bolts (231) should install to flush or below the face of the dampener (232).
Fig 7: Camshaft Sprocket & Timing Chain
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IMPORTANT:
• Properly locate the camshaft sprocket locating pin with the camshaft sprocket alignment hole.
• The sprocket teeth and timing chain must mesh.
• The camshaft and the crankshaft sprocket alignment marks MUST be aligned properly.
• Locate the camshaft sprocket alignment mark in the 6 o'clock position.
8. Install the camshaft sprocket and timing chain.
Fig 8: View Of Camshaft & Crankshaft Sprockets Timing Marks Aligned
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9. If necessary, rotate the camshaft or crankshaft sprockets in order to align the timing marks.
10. Install the camshaft sprocket bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the camshaft sprocket bolts to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).