Timing Chain: Removal
- Rotate crankshaft and position No. 1 cylinder at TDC on compression stroke. Remove front timing cover. See, in this article FRONT TIMING COVER & SEAL . Check timing chain deflection. Refer to ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES article at beginning of this manual.
- Check timing gear mark alignment. See Fig 1. Remove fuel pump eccentric from camshaft (if equipped). Slide camshaft gear, crankshaft gear and chain off as an assembly.