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Timing Chain: Installation

  1. Ensure No. 1 cylinder is at TDC (crankshaft Woodruff key will positioned straight upward). Position sprocket on crankshaft. Place timing chain on sprocket with single bright link aligned with timing mark on sprocket.
  2. Install cam sprocket in timing chain so timing mark on sprocket is located between 2 chromed links. See Fig 1. Ensure chain is positioned in dampers. Slide oil pump drive spline over crankshaft key. Install cover assembly with new gasket over dowels and pump spline.
  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.
Fig 1: Aligning Sprockets & Timing Chain
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