<< A >> Timing Chain TENSIONER Removal

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Temporarily install the crankshaft pulley to the crankshaft.
CAUTION: Turn the crankshaft clockwise.
Turn the crankshaft clockwise to align the V. V. T. sprocket timing mark as shown in the figure and set the cylinder No. 1 to the top dead center of compression.
NOTE: At this time, it is not necessary that the link plate (blue and orange) of the timing chain always aligns with each sprocket timing mark.
Check that the crankshaft key is in the position shown in the figure.
Remove the crankshaft pulley installed temporarily.

Fig 1: Identifying Crankshaft Key And Timing Marks
Using a precision flat-tipped screwdriver, release the ratchet of timing chain tensioner.
Compress the plunger of timing chain tensioner and insert hard wire (such as the piano wire) or the L-shaped hexagon wrench (1.5 mm[0.06 inch]) to fix the plunger of the timing chain tensioner.
Remove the timing chain tensioner.

Fig 2: Removing Timing Chain Tensioner Using Tool