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Timing Chain: Installation

  1. Ensure No. 1 cylinder is at TDC (crankshaft Woodruff key will be facing up). Position sprocket on crankshaft. Place chain on sprocket with single bright link aligned with timing mark on sprocket.
  2. Install cam sprocket in chain so timing mark on sprocket is located between 2 chromed links. See Fig 1. Slide oil pump drive spline over crankshaft key. Install cover assembly with new gasket over dowels and pump spline.
    Fig 1: Aligning Camshaft Sprocket & Timing Chain
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  3. Continue installation in reverse of removal procedure. Set camshaft timing by placing No. 1 cylinder at TDC on compression stroke and positioning camshaft so dowel on sprocket flange is in 12 o'clock position.