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Repair Procedures: Removal

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  1. Turn the crankshaft pulley clockwise, and align its groove with the timing mark of the timing chain cover.
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  2. Remove the timing chain cover.

    (Refer to Timing System - "TIMING CHAIN COVER ")

  3. Align the timing marks of the CVVT sprockets with the upper surface of the cylinder head to make No. 1 cylinder be positioned at TDC.
    NOTE: Check the dowel pin of the crankshaft for facing upside of the engine at this moment.
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  4. Remove the timing chain auto tensioner (A).
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    NOTE: Before removing the tensioner, fix the piston of the tensioner with a pin through the hole (B) at compressed position.
  5. Remove the timing chain tensioner arm (A) and guide (B).
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  6. Remove the timing chain (A).
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