Timing Chain Installation

Fig. 4 Timing chain assembly:

1. Install sprocket holder, then left and right chain guides, Fig. 4.

Fig. 1 Timing chain installation:

2. Rotate crankshaft in normal direction of rotation until piston of cylinder No. 1 is at TDC of compression stroke with crankshaft and camshaft sprocket timing marks aligned, Fig. 1.

Fig. 6 Silent shaft chain adjustment & installation:

3. Install tensioner spring assembly onto oil pump body, Fig. 6.

Fig. 5 Camshaft timing mark alignment:

4. Install timing chain on camshaft sprocket and crankshaft sprocket. Ensure timing marks are aligned, Fig. 5. Timing marks on sprockets are punch marks on the teeth while timing marks on chain are plated links.
5. Align crankshaft sprocket to the crankshaft keyway and slide into place. Align camshaft sprocket dowel hole to camshaft dowel hole.
6. Install dowel pin, then the distributor drive gear. Install sprocket screw onto camshaft and torque to 40 ft. lbs.