
ENG
5-17
EAS00208
CHECKING THE TIMING CHAIN, CAMSHAFT
SPROCKETS, AND TIMING CHAIN GUIDES
The following procedure applies to all of the cam-
shaft sprockets and timing chain guides.
1. Check:
8
timing chain
1
Damage/stiffness
J
Replace the timing
chain and camshaft sprockets as a set.
2. Check:
8
camshaft sprocket
More than 1/4 tooth wear
a
J
Replace
the camshaft sprockets and the timing
chain as a set.
a
1/4 tooth
b
Correct
1
Timing chain roller
2
Camshaft sprocket
3. Check:
8
timing chain guide (exhaust side)
8
timing chain guide (intake side)
8
timing chain guide (top side)
Damage/wear
J
Replace the defective
part(s).
EAS00210
CHECKING THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER
1. Check:
8
timing chain tensioner
Cracks/damage
J
Replace.
2. Check:
8
one-way cam operation
Rough movement
J
Replace the timing
chain tensioner housing.
3. Check:
8
cap bolt
8
copper washer O-ring
New
8
spring
8
one-way cam
8
gasket
New
8
timing chain tensioner rod
Damage/wear
J
Replace the defective
part(s).
2
a
b
1
THE ROCKER ARMS AND CAMSHAFT