Drawing in timing chain - AR05.10-P-7601-04AV

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Fig 1: Identifying Assembly Links (602 589 02 40 00)

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Fig 2: Identifying Case (602 589 00 98 00)

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Connect the new timing chain (1) and the old timing chain (2) with the assembly link (3) (arrow).
Do not use an assembly plate and an assembly retainer. While drawing in the new timing chain (1), the assembly retainer can get jammed and jump off at the slide rails.
Slowly rotate crankshaft in direction of rotation of engine until the ends of the new timing chain (1) can be connected.
Always keep new timing chain (1) meshed with the camshaft sprocket. Pull out the free end of the timing chain (4) steadily corresponding with the drawing in of the new timing chain (1).
Remove the assembly link (3) and place the old timing chain (2) to the side.

Fig 3: Locating Assembly Link & Timing Chain
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Cover the timing case recess with a clean cloth.
Parts which have dropped into the timing case recess, must be removed.
Connect both ends of the new timing chain (1) with the new riveted link (5).

While inserting the new riveted link (5) ensure that the center plate (6) is also installed.

Fig 4: Identifying Chain Riveted Link And Center Plate

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