Timing Chain: Components

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Nissan Sentra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Timing Chain Components

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

CAUTION:

After removing timing chain, do not turn crankshaft and camshaft separately, or valves will strike piston heads.
When installing chain tensioner, oil seats, or other sliding parts, lubricate contacting surfaces with new engine oil.
Apply new engine oil to bolt threads and seat surfaces when installing camshaft sprocket and crankshaft pulley.
When removing oil pump assembly, remove camshaft position sensor (PHASE), then remove timing chain from engine.
Be careful not to damage sensor edges.