Removal And Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

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.

Disconnect the battery ground cable.
Refer to: SPECIFICATIONS
WARNING: Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.

Raise and support the vehicle.
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
CAUTION: Only rotate the crankshaft clockwise.

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 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.
CAUTION: Discard the friction washer.