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1ST Timing Chain

1st Timing Chain

Timing Component Alignment Marks

^ For reinstallation of timing chain, align 8 timing marks as shown in figure by turning crankshaft.





^ Install 1st timing chain crankshaft sprocket (2) to crankshaft as shown in figure.





^ Check timing mark on RH (No.2) bank intake camshaft as shown in figure.





^ Install RH (No.2) bank 1st timing chain intake camshaft sprocket (1) noting the following points.
^ The sprocket should be set in such way that its timing marks (4) can be seen.
^ Camshaft (2) should be held stationary by using a spanner at its hexagonal parts (3) as shown in figure.





^ Install timing chain tensioner (1) as shown in figure.
Tightening torque
Timing chain tensioner nut b: 25 Nm (2.5 kg-m, 18.0 ft. lbs.)





^ Install 1st timing chain by aligning match marks (2) on RH silver plate (1) of 1st timing chain and RH (No.2) bank 1st timing chain intake camshaft sprocket (3).





^ Install idler sprocket No.2 by aligning match marks (2) on LH silver plate (1) of 1st timing chain.





^ Install crankshaft sprocket by aligning match marks (2) on yellow plate (1) of 1st timing chain and crankshaft timing sprocket.








^ Check each aligned timing marks as shown in figure.