Timing Chain: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Windstar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the timing cover. Refer to ENGINE FRONT COVER .
Remove the camshaft position sensor drive gear.
1. Remove the bolt.
2. Remove the camshaft position sensor drive gear.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Camshaft Position Sensor Drive Gear
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Rotate the crankshaft (6303) until the timing marks and keyways align.

Fig 2: Aligning Timing Marks Of Crankshaft
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Compress and install a retaining pin to hold the timing chain tensioner (6L266).

Fig 3: Installing A Retaining Pin To Hold Timing Chain Tensioner
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Remove the camshaft sprocket (6256), the crankshaft sprocket (6306) and the timing chain/belt (6268) as an assembly.

Fig 4: Removing Camshaft Sprocket
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Remove the timing chain tensioner.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the timing chain tensioner.
  
  Fig 5: Removing Timing Chain Tensioner
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.