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24. Timing Chain and Sprockets Removal

Timing Chain and Sprockets Removal

Tools Required
- J8433-1 Puller Bar
- J41558 Crankshaft Sprocket Remover
- J41816-2Crankshaft End Protector





Notice: Do not turn the crankshaft assembly after the timing chain has been removed in order to prevent damage to the piston assemblies or the valves

1. Remove the camshaft sprocket bolts.
2. Remove the camshaft sprocket and timing chain.





3. Use the J8433-1, the J41816-2, and the J41558 in order to remove the crankshaft sprocket.





4. Remove the crankshaft sprocket.





5. Remove the crankshaft sprocket key, if required.

Camshaft Removal





1. Remove the camshaft sensor bolt and the sensor.





2. Remove the camshaft retainer bolts and the retainer.





Notice: All camshaft journals are the same diameter, so care must be used in removing or installing the camshaft to avoid damage to the camshaft bearings.

3. Remove the camshaft.
3.1. Install the 3 M8-1.25 x 100 mm bolts in the camshaft front bolt holes.
3. 2. Using the bolts as a handle, carefully rotate and pull the camshaft out of the engine block.
3.3. Remove the bolts from the front of the camshaft.