Timing Chain: Service and Repair

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT

Timing Chain And Sprockets:

Timing Balance Shaft And Camshaft Marks:

1. Front cover. Refer to Timing Cover. Service and Repair
2. Align timing marks on sprockets so that they are as close together.
3. Timing chain damper.
4. Camshaft sprocket bolt.
5. Camshaft sprocket and chain.
6. Crankshaft sprocket.

Clean
^ Timing chain
^ Sprockets

7. Inspect all components for wear and/or damage.


INSTALL OR CONNECT

Timing Chain And Sprockets:

Timing Balance Shaft And Camshaft Marks:

NOTE: If the pistons have not been moved in the engine, go to Step 3, otherwise Step 1.

If the balance shaft timing has been disturbed alignment is necessary before proceeding.

1. Turn crankshaft so that number one piston is at top dead center.
2. Turn camshaft so that with sprocket temporarily installed, timing mark is straight down.
3. Assemble timing chain on sprockets with timing marks in their closest together position.
4. Timing chain and sprocket.
5. Camshaft sprocket bolt.

^ Tighten to 37 Nm (27 lbs. ft.).

6. Camshaft thrust button and spring.
7. Timing chain damper.
8. Front cover.