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Primary Timing Chain Tensioner

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    Fig 1: Checking Primary Timing Chain Tensioner
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  1. Inspect the primary timing chain tensioner for worn primary timing chain tensioner shoe surface (1).
  2. Inspect the primary timing chain tensioner for locked or binding timing chain tensioner. Reset the plunger (3) and ensure the plunger moves freely (2) in and out of the body of the tensioner. Refer to Primary Camshaft Intermediate Drive Chain Tensioner Installation .
  3. Replace a damaged primary timing chain tensioner.