Timing Chain Drive Removal

Remove the cylinder head cover. (Refer to Cylinder Head Assembly - Cylinder Head Cover)

Turn the crankshaft pulley and align its groove with the timing chain cover alignment mark to set the No. 1 cylinder piston at top dead center on the compression stroke.

Remove the timing chain cover. (Refer to Valve Timing - Timing Chain Cover)

Make sure the crankshaft key (A) is aligned with the mating surface of the main bearing cap. As a result, the No. 1 cylinder piston is at top dead center on the compression stroke.

Release the ratchet by pulling the lever down with a thin rod. Compress the piston, then insert the stopper pin (A) into the hole in the ratchet to hold the compressed piston. Remove the timing chain tensioner (B).

Remove the timing chain tensioner arm (A).

Remove the timing chain (A).

Remove the timing chain guide (A).

Remove the timing chain oil nozzle (A) and the crankshaft sprocket (B).

Remove the balance shaft chain. (Refer to Lubrication System - "Balance Shaft and Oil Pump")