Subsection 09 (TIMING CHAIN)
vmr2006-044-018_a
1. Timing chain
If chain is excessively worn or damaged, replace
it as a set (camshaft timing gear and timing chain).
Check timing chain guides for wear, cracks or de-
formation. Replace as required.
NOTE:
Check also the timing chain guide (ten-
sioner side).
Installing the Timing Chain
The installation is essentially the reverse of the re-
moval procedure however, pay attention to the fol-
lowing details.
NOTE:
Installation is the same for both timing
chains.
Install timing chain with camshaft timing gear.
NOTE:
Ensure to carry out proper valve timing, re-
fer to
CAMSHAFT TIMING GEARS
in this subsec-
tion.
NOTICE
Improper valve timing will damage
engine components.
TIMING CHAIN GUIDE
(TENSIONER SIDE)
tmr2011-045-019_a
1. Timing chain guide (tensioner side)
2. Bearing screw
Removing the Timing Chain Guide
(Tensioner Side)
Refer to
TIMING CHAIN
in this subsection.
Inspecting the Timing Chain Guide
(Tensioner Side)
Check timing chain guide for wear, cracks or de-
formation. Replace if necessary.
Installing the Timing Chain Guide
(Tensioner Side)
The installation is the reverse of the removal pro-
cedure.
TIGHTENING TORQUE
Service product
LOCTITE 243 (BLUE)
(P/N 293 800 060)
Timing chain guide
bearing screw
10 N•m ± 1 N•m
(89 lbf•
in
± 9 lbf•
in
)
vmr2016-420
11