Repair Procedures: Removal

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Remove the cylinder head cover.
(Refer to Cylinder Head Assembly - "CYLINDER HEAD COVER ")
Set No. 1 cylinder to TDC (Top dead center) on compression stroke.
1. Turn the crankshaft pulley and align its groove with the timing mark of the timing chain cover.
  
  Fig 1: Setting No. 1 Cylinder To TDC On Compression Stroke
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2. Check that the TDC marks of the intake and exhaust CVVT sprockets are in straight line on the cylinder head surface as shown in the illustration. If not, turn the crankshaft by one revolution (360°) more.
Fig 2: Check TDC Marks Of Intake And Exhaust CVVT Sprockets
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NOTE: Do not turn the crankshaft pulley counterclockwise.
Remove the timing chain cover.
(Refer to Timing System - "TIMING CHAIN COVER ")
Remove the timing chain tensioner (A).

Fig 3: Remove Timing Chain Tensioner Bolts
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NOTE:
- Reusing the removed tensioner is not recommended.
- If you need to reuse the tensioner, push the plunger (A) as close to the tensioner as possible and then insert a stopper pin into the hole as shown below to keep the plunger in the retracted position.
Fig 4: Push Plunger To Tensioner (1 Of 2)
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Fig 5: Push Plunger To Tensioner (2 Of 2)
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Fig 6: Insert Stopper Pin Into Hole (1 Of 2)
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Fig 7: Insert Stopper Pin Into Hole (2 Of 2)
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Remove the timing chain tensioner arm (A).

Fig 8: Remove Timing Chain Tensioner Arm Bolts
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Remove the timing chain (A).

Fig 9: Locating Timing Chain
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Remove the timing chain guide (A).

Fig 10: Locating Timing Chain Guide Bolts

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