Timing Chain and Sprockets Clean and Inspect

TIMING CHAIN AND SPROCKETS CLEAN AND INSPECT





1. Clean the components with cleaning solvent.

CAUTION: Wear safety glasses in order to avoid eye damage.

2. Dry the components with compressed air.

NOTICE: Do not replace only the tensioner or the chain to correct a noise condition caused by the camshaft drive components. When replacing the tensioner or chain to correct a noise condition all of the camshaft drive components must be replaced.

3. Inspect the timing chain for binding or wear.





4. Inspect the timing chain guide pads for unusual contact, excessive wear, or chain misalignment.





5. Inspect the camshaft and crankshaft sprockets for:
^ Worn valleys between the sprocket teeth
^ One edge of the sprocket teeth worn
^ Crankshaft sprocket keyway for wear
^ Crankshaft sprocket key for wear