Camshaft Sprocket
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Jeep Cherokee. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the timing chain cover. Refer to REMOVAL .
- Inspect the timing chain for stretching prior to removal. Refer to INSPECTION .
- Position the number one cylinder piston to top-dead-center on the compression stroke.
- Hold the camshaft stationary by the wrench flats (1).
- Remove the camshaft center bolt (1) from the sprocket (2).
- Once the sprocket is clear of the alignment dowel, lower the sprocket to allow chain to slacken, then remove the chain from the sprocket.
- Remove the sprocket from the engine.