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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the oil pump. Refer to Oil Pump Replacement .
  2. Fig 1: Identifying Primary Timing Gear Alignment Marks
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  3. Align the primary timing marks (1) using the J 39946 .
  4. Remove the secondary camshaft drive chains. Refer to Secondary Camshaft Intermediate Drive Chain Replacement - Right Side , and Secondary Camshaft Intermediate Drive Chain Replacement - Left Side .
  5. Remove the primary drive chain tensioner. Refer to Primary Camshaft Intermediate Drive Chain Tensioner Replacement .
  6. Fig 2: View Of Oil Outlet Tube Bolts
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  7. Remove the oil outlet tube bolts (1-5).
  8. Remove the oil outlet tube.
  9. Fig 3: View Of Oil Outlet Tube O-Ring
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  10. Remove and discard the oil outlet tube O-ring.
  11. Clean and inspect the oil outlet tube.