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Timing Chain Guide Replacement

1. Remove the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover Replacement .




Note: Avoid that the timing chain skips.

2. Remove the 2 timing chain guide bolts (2).
3. Remove the timing chain guide (1).

1. Apply safety agent to the 2 timing chain guide bolts (2).

Note: Avoid that the timing chain skips.

2. Install the timing chain guide (1).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

3. Install the 2 timing chain guide bolts (2) and tighten to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).



4. Rotate the engine 2 revolutions clockwise.
5. Set the crankshaft 90° beyond TDC of combustion stroke of cylinder 1 and inspect for the following conditions:

•	The arrow on the inlet camshaft gear (1) must match with the arrow on the exhaust camshaft gear (2).

•	The notch in the camshaft sprocket (4) must match with mark on the engine block (3).

6. Install the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover Replacement .