Timing Chain Removal Note
- Rotate the crankshaft clockwise to align the timing marks and the key position as shown in the figure, and set cylinder No. 1 at top dead center (TDC).
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NOTE:
- The timing mark of SKYACTIV-G 2.5 is not completely parallel with the upper surface of the cylinder head.
- While moving the exhaust camshaft back and forth in the direction of the arrow using a wrench on the cast hexagon, press down the link plate of the timing chain tensioner using a precision screwdriver and release the plunger lock.
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NOTE:
- When moving the exhaust camshaft back and forth, the timing chain pushes the plunger in the chain tensioner making it easier to operate the link plate.
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- Push back the plunger slowly in the direction shown in the figure with the link plate still pushed down.
- Remove the screwdriver from the link plate with the plunger still pushed down.
- Release the force slightly from the plunger, and move it back and forth 2-3 mm {0.08-0.11 in}
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- Insert a wire with an approx. diameter of 1.5 mm {0.059 in}
or a paper clip where the link plate hole and the tensioner body hole overlap to secure the link plate and lock the plunger.
- Remove the chain tensioner, tensioner arm, and the chain guide (No. 1).
- Remove the timing chain.
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