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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 28509-A Counter Gear Bearing Remover
    • J 41371 Reluctor Wheel Remover
    • J 8433 Pulley Puller

    Object Number: 279804  Size: SH

    Important: If the crankshaft sensor reluctor ring is removed from the crankshaft, a new crankshaft sensor reluctor ring must be installed.

  1. Remove the reluctor ring from the crankshaft using J 41371 and the J 8433 .

  2. Object Number: 354026  Size: SH

    Important: If the sprocket(s) must be replaced, replace both sprockets to ensure that timing chain centerline alignment is maintained.

  3. Measure the camshaft timing chain free play (2)
  4. 2.1. Align the camshaft timing chain marks.
    2.2. Rotate the camshaft sprocket clockwise (1) in order to eliminate any slack (3).
    2.3. Measure the camshaft timing chain free play (2). If the chain can be moved back and forth in excess of 16 mm (0.625 in) the camshaft timing chain and the sprockets must be replaced during assembly.

    Object Number: 196671  Size: SH
  5. Remove the camshaft sprocket bolts.
  6. Remove the camshaft sprocket and the camshaft timing chain.

  7. Object Number: 65848  Size: SH
  8. Remove the crankshaft sprocket using J 28509-A .

  9. Object Number: 180902  Size: SH
  10. Remove the crankshaft key from the crankshaft keyway, if required.