Timing Chain Tensioner: Service and Repair

Fig. 13 Timing chain tensioner.:

(Figure 15) Compressing timing chain tensioner spring.:

(Figure 14) Compressing timing chain tensioner spring.:

SPECIAL TOOL REQUIRED (or equivalent)
^ J-33875, Timing chain tensioner, spring compressor.

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Front cover.
2. Camshaft sprocket and timing chain.
3. Tensioner fasteners and tensioner.

NOTE: The timing chain tensioner is spring loaded and requires some care when installing.

INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. Compress tensioner spring using J-33875 (figure 14).
2. Using a suitable tool (cotter pin, nail) that is capable of keeping the spring compressed, insert tool into hole "A" (figure 15).
3. Install chain tensioner, do not tighten.
4. Camshaft sprocket and timing chain. Make sure the timing marks are aligned.
5. Torque tensioner fasteners to 18-29 Nm (13-21 ft lbs).
6. Remove tool (cotter pin, nail) from tensioner.
7. Front cover.