Removal [10/2014 - ]: Procedure

REMOVE CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL CONTROL SOLENOID ASSEMBLY
Refer to REMOVAL [10/2014 - ]

SET NO. 1 CYLINDER TO TDC/COMPRESSION

Turn the crankshaft clockwise to align the timing mark (cutout) on the crankshaft pulley assembly with the "0°" timing mark on the timing chain cover assembly.

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*a	"0°" Timing Mark
*b	Timing Mark (Cutout)

Check that the protrusion on the inside of the camshaft timing gear assembly is at the top.

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*a	Protrusion

HINT:

If the protrusion is not at the top, rotate the crankshaft clockwise 360° and align the timing marks again.

REMOVE CAMSHAFT TIMING GEAR BOLT

Using SST, hold the crankshaft pulley assembly.

SST: 09213-54015
SST: 09330-00021

HINT:

Part number of installation bolt for SST (crankshaft pulley holding tool): 91551-80650 (quantity: 2)

Remove the camshaft timing gear bolt.

NOTE:

Replace with a new part if it is dropped or if it receives a strong impact.