Camshaft Timing Chain Overview

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Fig 1: Camshaft Timing Chain Overview

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Intake Camshaft Adjuster
- With the chain sprocket.
- Do not disassemble.
Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket
- Not pressed on the camshaft.
- When removing, pry off lightly, if necessary.
Cylinder Head
Tensioning Rail
- For the chain tensioner for the camshaft timing chain.
- Secured to the cylinder block.
- Oil before installing on the pin.
Double Sprocket
- Securing, refer to OIL PUMP TIMING CHAIN OVERVIEW .
Timing Chain
- Removing:
  -- Follow the procedure for the "valve timing, adjusting". Refer to VALVE TIMING, ADJUSTING .
  
  -- Remove the vacuum pump. Refer to VACUUM PUMP .
  
  -- Mark the direction of travel.
- Note when installing:
  -- Install in the original direction of rotation.
  
  -- The chain must lie correctly in the tensioning and guide rails.
  
  -- Adjust the valve timing. Refer to VALVE TIMING, ADJUSTING .
Strainer
- Always replace.
Bolt
- 10 Nm
Chain Tensioner
- Secure using a locking pin T03006.
Gasket
- Always replace.
Guide Rail
- Oil before installing on the pin.
Bolt
- 60 Nm + an additional 90° (1/4) additional turn.
- Always replace.
Bolt
- 60 Nm + an additional 90° (1/4) additional turn.
- Always replace.