Cover - Timing: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

1 - TENSIONER ASSEMBLY

2 - FASTENER TENSIONER TO FRONT COVER

Disconnect the battery negative cable.
Drain cooling system (Refer to COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .
Disconnect both heater hoses at timing cover.
Disconnect lower radiator hose at engine.
Remove crankshaft damper (Refer to ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/VIBRATION DAMPER - REMOVAL) .
Remove accessory drive belt tensioner assembly (1).
Remove the generator and A/C compressor.

Fig 2: Timing Chain Cover Fasteners
Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

CAUTION: The 4.7L engine uses an RTV sealer instead of a gasket to seal the front cover to the engine block, from the factory. For service, Mopar® Grey Engine RTV sealant must be substituted.

NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the water pump for timing cover removal.
Remove the bolts holding the timing cover to engine block.
Remove cover.