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To Fit

IMPORTANT: The color markings on the balancer shaft chain must correspond with the markings on the gears.
  1. Fit the chain:
    • Start to fit the water pump pinion.
    • The silver-colored link must be fitted to the exhaust side balancer shaft sprocket (B).
      Fig 1: Installing Chain Tensioner & Chain's Guide Rails
      G05051687Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
    • The copper-colored link must be fitted to the intake side balancer shaft sprocket (C)
    • The silver-colored link must be fitted to crankshaft sprocket (D).
  2. Fit the chain's guide rails. Use Thread locking adhesive Loctite 242.

    Tightening torque 10 Nm (7 lbf ft) 

  3. Fit the chain tensioner. Load the chain tensioner by pressing in the plunger and turning to the right (A). Then secure with tool 83 96 392 LOCK PIN .
    Fig 2: Pressing In Plunger & Turn To Right
    G05051688Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Fit the chain tensioner screws (A). Use 74 96 268 Thread locking adhesive.

    Tightening torque 10 Nm (7 lbf ft) 

    Fig 3: Identifying Chain Tensioner Screws
    G05051689Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the tool from the tensioner. Press the tensioner guide rail to check that backward movement of the plunger is prevented.
  6. Fit TIMING CHAIN AND CAMSHAFT SPROCKET .
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