| Removal |
| 1. |
Turn the crankshaft pulley clockwise, and align its groove with the timing mark of the timing chain cover.
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| 2. |
Remove the timing chain cover.
(Refer to Timing System - "Timing Chain Cover") |
| 3. |
Align the timing marks of the CVVT sprockets with the upper
surface of the cylinder head to make No.1 cylinder be positioned at TDC.
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| 4. |
Remove the timing chain (A).
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| 5. |
Remove the timing chain tensioner arm (A) and guide (B).
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| 6. |
Remove the timing chain (A).
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| Inspection |
| 1. |
Check the CVVT sprocket, crankshaft sprocket teeth for abnormal wear, cracks or damage. Replace if necessary. |
| 2. |
Check a contact surface of the chain tensioner arm and guide for abnormal wear, cracks or damage.
Replace if necessary. |
| 3. |
Check the hydraulic tensioner for its piston stroke and ratchet operation. Replace if necessary. |
| 4. |
Check the timing chain for its elongation, abnormal wear or damage. Replace if necessary. |
| Installation |
| 1. |
Dowel pin of crankshaft should be positioned at 3° in relation to vertical center line.
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| 2. |
Align the TDC marks (A) of the CVVT sprockets with the upper
surface of the cylinder head to make No.1 cylinder be positioned at TDC.
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| 3. |
Install the new O-rings (A).
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| 4. |
Install the timing chain guide (A) and the timing chain (B).
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| 5. |
Install the chain tensioner arm (A).
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| 6. |
Install the hydraulic tensioner (A) and remove the pin (B).
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| 7. |
Install the timing chain cover. |
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