<< B >> Camshaft Sprocket Removal

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CAUTION: Never turn the crankshaft counterclockwise.

Turn the crankshaft clockwise, align the timing marks on the camshaft sprocket to set No. 1 cylinder to TDC of its compression stroke.

Fig 1: Aligning Timing Marks
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Remove the timing belt under cover rubber plug and then set the special tool MD998738.

Fig 2: Removing Timing Belt Under Cover Rubber Plug
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Screw in the special tool MD998738 until it contacts the timing belt tensioner arm.

Fig 3: Identifying Timing Belt Tensioner Arm
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Secure the camshaft sprocket and valve timing belt with zip ties to prevent slippage between the camshaft sprocket and valve timing belt.

Fig 4: Securing Camshaft Sprocket & Valve Timing Belt With Zip Ties
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CAUTION: Do not rotate the crankshaft after camshaft sprocket removal.

Fig 5: Using Special Tools

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Use special tools MB990767 and MD998719 to remove it with the valve timing belt on the cam shaft sprocket and then place it on the timing belt lower cover.