Tools Required

J 5825-A Crankshaft Gear Remover

1. Remove the crankshaft position sensor reluctor ring.



2. Check the camshaft timing chain free play.

2.1.	Rotate the camshaft sprocket (1) counterclockwise until all slack is removed from the camshaft timing chain (2).

2.2.	Measure the free play on the slack side (3) of the camshaft timing chain.

If the camshaft timing chain can be moved in excess of 11 mm (0.43 in), replacement of the camshaft timing chain and the sprockets is recommended during assembly.




3. Remove the camshaft sprocket bolts.



4. Remove the camshaft sprocket and the camshaft timing chain.




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

5. Remove the crankshaft sprocket using the J 5825-A .



6. Remove the crankshaft balancer key.