1ST Timing Chain & Chain TENSIONER: Removal
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Drain engine oil and coolant. Remove oil pan and oil pump strainer. See OIL PAN . Remove cylinder head cover. See CYLINDER HEAD COVER .
- Remove timing chain cover. See TIMING CHAIN COVER . Align all sprocket timing marks with timing marks on block. See Figure . Ensure key on crankshaft sprocket is pointing up.
- Remove 2nd timing chain and chain tensioner. See 2ND TIMING CHAIN & CHAIN TENSIONER . Remove 1st timing chain guide, chain tensioner adjuster, and timing chain tensioner. Remove idler sprocket and 1st timing chain. Remove crankshaft timing chain sprocket.