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Windsor Engine



CAUTION: Timing chain procedures must be followed exactly or damage to valves and pistons will result.




Position the crankshaft with the keyway at the 12 o'clock position.




If the copper links are not visible, mark two links on one end and one link on the other end, and use as timing marks.




- LH camshaft timing mark is approximately at 12 o'clock.
- RH camshaft timing mark is approximately at 11 o'clock.

Fig. 26 Crankshaft Sprocket Position:




NOTE: Crankshaft sprockets are identical. They may only be installed one way. Refer to the illustration for correct crankshaft sprocket installation.




Install the LH timing chain onto the crankshaft sprocket, aligning the one copper link on the timing chain with the slot on the crankshaft sprocket.




Install the RH timing chain on the camshaft sprocket. Make sure the two copper-colored links align with the camshaft sprocket timing mark.