Timing Chain: Adjustments

NOTE: The following procedure is for the upper chain. The lower timing chain is automatically adjusted.

Breather Cover:

Figure 20

- Release the clip (1, Fig. 20) securing the crankcase breather pipe to the breather.
- Remove the dome head nuts (2, Fig. 20) securing the breather housing. Note the position of the clips and brackets fitted.
- Withdraw the breather housing and filter gauze.
- Slacken the locknut and use tool JD2B (3, Fig. 20) to tension the top chain.
- Rotate the tool in an anti-clockwise direction and DO NOT use undue force.
- Tighten the locknut and refit the breather housing and all brackets and clips removed.