4. Remove the timing chain in the following order.
1. Chain tensioner
2. Timing chain
3. Tensioner arm
4. Chain guide
5. Crankshaft sprocket
Fig. 130: Identifying Chain Tensioner, Timing Chain, Tensioner Arm, Chain Guide And
Crankshaft Sprocket With Removal Sequence
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
5. Rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise until the keyway is in the 9 o'clock position.
6. Slowly compress the camshaft timing chain tensioner (LH) piston by hand.
Fig. 131: View Of Crankshaft Keyway At 9 O'Clock Position
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
7. Insert an
approx. 1.0 mm {0.039 in}
thin wire or paper clip into the camshaft timing chain tensioner
(LH) shown in the figure to hold the tensioner piston.
2007 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2007 ENGINE Mechanical (MZI-3.5) - CX-9
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