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Camshaft Gear/Sprocket: Service and Repair

Cam Sprocket

REMOVAL

1) Remove the V-belts.
2) Remove the crank pulley.
3) Remove the chain cover.
4) Remove the timing chain assembly.
5) Use the ST to lock the cam sprocket, and remove the cam sprocket bolt.
ST 499977500 CAM SPROCKET WRENCH
^ IN side





^ EX side





6) Remove the cam sprocket.

INSTALLATION

1) Remove the cam sprocket.
2) Use the ST to lock the cam sprocket, and install the cam sprocket bolt.

Tightening torque:
Tighten to 29.5 Nm (3.0 kgf-m, 21.8 ft-lb) of torque, and then tighten further by 45°.

ST 499977500 CAM SPROCKET WRENCH
^ IN side





^ EX side





3) Install the timing chain assembly.
4) Install the chain cover.
5) Install the crank pulley.
6) Install the V-belts.

INSPECTION

1) Check the cam sprocket teeth for abnormal wear and scratches.
2) Make sure there is no free play between cam sprocket and key.