Timing Chain(S), Guide(S) And TENSIONER(S): Removal

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

CAUTION: If the lower timing chain is removed, new lower timing chain guides and tensioners must be installed.

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.

Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: STARTUP BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT
Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: LIFTING
Remove the upper timing chain.
Refer to: UPPER TIMING CHAIN - REMOVE FOR ACCESS
Remove the lower timing cover.
Refer to: LOWER TIMING COVER
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The timing chain will not be under tension at the positions illustrated.
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- Remove the bolts.
- Remove and discard the lower timing chain tensioner.
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- Remove the bolt.
- Remove and discard the lower timing chain guide.
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- Remove the bolt.
- Remove and discard the lower timing chain guide.
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- Remove the retaining bolt.
- Remove the lower timing chain drive sprocket.
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Remove and discard the lower timing chain guide.
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Remove the lower timing chain.