Removal And Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Jaguar XE and 2017 Jaguar XE. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Check all timing components for wear and install new components if required.

NOTE:

Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.
Some illustrations may show the engine removed for clarity.

Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (General Procedures).
Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: Lifting .
Remove the timing covers.
Refer to: Timing Cover .
CAUTION: An M16 washer must be used to prevent damage to the crankshaft on installation.

Install the crankshaft pulley bolt.

Torque Specification: 20 Nm
Remove the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor.
CAUTION:
- Only rotate the crankshaft clockwise.
- Make sure that the special tool is correctly located.
Install the special tool.

Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1303
- Install the special tool.
- Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1304
Remove the crankshaft pulley bolt.
Remove the timing chain tensioner.
Remove the bolt.
Remove the timing chain guide.
Remove the variable valve timing (VVT) unit bolts.
CAUTION: If the variable valve timing (VVT) units are knocked or dropped then new VVT(s) must be installed.

Remove the timing chain and VVT units.
Remove the timing chain tensioner.
Remove the timing chain guide.
Release the oil drain tube.
Remove the variable valve timing (VVT) unit bolts.
CAUTION: If the VVT is knocked or dropped then new VVT(s) must be installed.

Remove the timing chain with the VVT units.
Remove the timing chain fixed guides.
Remove and discard the friction washer.