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Primary Timing Chain Tensioner Inspect

Primary Timing Chain Tensioner





1. Inspect the primary timing chain tensioner for worn primary timing chain tensioner shoe surface (1).
2. Inspect the primary timing chain tensioner for locked or binding timing chain tensioner.
Release the locking lever (2) and ensure the plunger moves freely (3) in and out of the body of the tensioner.
3. Replace a damaged primary timing chain tensioner.