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Camshaft Timing Chain Replacement

Special Tools

EN-955-1 Fixing Pin from EN-955 Kit

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

1. Open the bonnet.
2. Remove the engine front cover with oil pump. Refer to Engine Front Cover with Oil Pump Replacement .




Note: If EN-955-1 fixing pin can not be inserted, compress the timing chain tensioner further with the aid of a flat bladed tool to allow complete insertion of the pin.

3. Push the timing chain (2) in direction to the timing chain tensioner (1) and secure the tensioner with EN-955-1 fixing pin (3).



4. Remove the 2 upper timing chain guide bolts (1).
5. Remove the upper timing chain guide (2).



6. Remove the 2 timing chain guide right side bolts (2).
7. Remove the timing chain guide right side (1).



8. Remove the timing chain tensioner shoe bolt (2).
9. Remove the timing chain tensioner shoe (1).



10. Remove the timing chain (1) along with the crankshaft sprocket (2).



11. Remove the engine front cover gasket (1).

1. Clean the engine front cover sealing surfaces on the engine block and the cylinder head.




Note: The thickness of the sealing bead should be 2 mm (0.0787 in).

2. Apply sealing compound to the shown areas (1) and (2). Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .




Note: Mind the guide sleeves.

3. Install the engine front cover gasket (1).



4. Install the timing chain (1) along with the crankshaft sprocket (2).



5. Install the timing chain tensioner shoe (1).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

6. Install the timing chain tensioner shoe bolt (2) and tighten to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).



7. Install the timing chain guide right side (1).
8. Install the 2 timing chain guide right side bolts (2) and tighten to 8 N·m (71 lb in).



9. Push the timing chain (2) in direction to the timing chain tensioner (1) and Remove EN-955-1 fixing pin (3).
10. Install the engine front cover with oil pump. Refer to Engine Front Cover with Oil Pump Replacement .
11. Close the bonnet.