Geely EC715 2009, Workshop Manual

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2.6.8.11 Timing Chain Inspection
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1. Remove the timing chain cover. Refer to 2.6.8.9 Timing
Chain Cover Replacement .
2. Remove the timing chain. Refer to 2.6.8.10 Timing Chain
Replacement .
3. Inspect timing chain guide rail component for cracking,
wear and tear.
4. If the timing chain guide rail components surface wear is
deeper than 1 mm (0.04 in) then replace the timing chain
guide rail components.
5. Inspect timing chain tensioner rail component for wear
and tear.
6. If the timing chain guide rail components surface wear is
deeper than 1 mm (0.04 in) then replace the timing chain
guide rail components.
7. Inspect timing chain and sprocket for VVT actuator wear.
8. Inspect the exhaust camshaft sprocket teeth and the VVT
actuator sprocket teeth and chain for excessive wear,
damage or stuck.
9. Inspect the crankshaft timing sprocket teeth and chain for
excessive wear, damage, or stuck.
10. Inspect timing chain tensioner for damaged and gasket
intact. If damaged, replace the timing chain tensioner and
the gasket.
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11. Inspect timing chain lubrication nozzles. If necessary,
remove the oil pump assembly. Check the oil channel.
Refer to
2.9.8.1 Oil Pump Replacement .
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