Timing Chain: Removal

Set No. 1 cylinder to TDC. Turn the crankshaft damper pulley clockwise and align its groove with the timing mark "T" of the lower timing chain cover.

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Remove the timing chain cover.
(Refer to Timing System - "TIMING CHAIN COVER ")
Make sure that the key (A) of crankshaft is aligned with the mounting surface of the lower crankcase in a straight line. Check that the No. 1 piston is positioned at the TDC.

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Check that the timing marks of the intake camshaft sprocket and the exhaust camshaft sprocket are in line.

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NOTE:
- If timing marks are not in line, turn the crankshaft clockwise one revolution (360°). (Do not rotate engine counterclockwise.)
Release the ratchet by pulling the link of timing chain tensioner down using a thin screwdriver. Compress the piston and then insert a stopper pin into the hole to fix the piston and then remove the tensioner (A).

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NOTE:
- Be careful not to pop out the piston when removing the tensioner.
Remove the timing chain tensioner arm (A).

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Remove the timing chain cam to cam guide (A).

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Remove the timing chain guide (A).

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Remove the timing chain (A).

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Remove the crankshaft chain sprocket (A) for the timing chain.

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