Timing Chain and Tensioner Removal

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Fig 1: View Of Upper Timing Chain Guide

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Remove the upper timing chain guide bolts.
Remove the upper timing chain guide.

Fig 2: Identifying Timing Chain Tensioner

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IMPORTANT: The timing chain tensioner must be removed to unload chain tension before the timing chain is removed. If it is not, the timing chain will become cocked and it will be difficult to remove.

Remove the timing chain tensioner plunger.

Fig 3: Identifying Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket

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Locate hex on the exhaust camshaft and hold with a wrench.
Remove the exhaust cam bolt and the exhaust cam sprocket.
Discard the bolt.

Fig 4: View Of Timing Chain Tensioner Guide

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Remove the adjustable timing chain guide bolt.
Remove the adjustable timing chain guide.

Fig 5: View Of Fixed Timing Chain Guide Access Plug

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Remove the plug to gain access to the fixed timing chain guide bolt.

Fig 6: View Of Fixed Timing Chain Guide

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Remove the fixed timing chain guide bolts.
Remove the fixed timing chain guide.

Fig 7: View Of Intake Camshaft Sprocket And Chain

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Locate hex on the intake camshaft and hold with a wrench.
Remove the intake cam sprocket bolt, the intake cam sprocket and the timing chain through the top of the cylinder head.
Discard the bolt.

Fig 8: View Of Crankshaft Sprocket

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Remove the crankshaft sprocket.

Fig 9: View Of Oil Nozzle & Bolt

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Remove the oil nozzle and bolt.