Variable Camshaft Timing Actuator (G2320257): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Jaguar XE and 2019 Jaguar XE. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.

Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: LIFTING
Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: STARTUP BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT
Remove the hood.
Refer to: HOOD
Remove the upper timing cover.
Refer to: UPPER TIMING COVER
Remove the charge air cooler.
Refer to: CHARGE AIR COOLER
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Release the 4 side retaining clips.
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Release the 2 front clips.
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Remove the charge air cooler bracket.
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- Install the special tool JLR-303-1656 as illustrated.
Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1656
- Use the special tool JLR-303-1656 to rotate the crankshaft until the timing marks align as illustrated.
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Install the special tool as illustrated.

Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1635

Torque: 13 Nm
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Install the special tool as illustrated.

Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1636

Torque: 13 Nm
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- Install the remaining components of the special tool.
Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1630
- Using the special tool, lock the crankshaft into position.
Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1630
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Loosen but do not fully remove the exhaust Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) bolt.
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Remove and discard the upper timing chain tensioner.
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Remove the special tool.

Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1636
CAUTION: Note the location of the VCT units prior to removal. Each VCT unit is matched to a specific camshaft.

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- Remove and discard the 2 VCT unit center bolts.
- Remove the 2 VCT units.
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- Remove and discard the 2 bolts.
- Remove and discard the timing chain guide.
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- Remove and discard the bolt.
- Remove and discard the upper timing chain guide.
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Remove and discard the upper timing chain guide.