Timing Chain Assembly: Removal

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NOTE:

When replacing a single part, perform the work with the engine assembly installed to body.
To avoid mixing the timing chain component parts, separate each part after their removal.

Remove the chain cover. Ref. to MECHANICAL (H6DO)>Chain Cover>REMOVAL .
Remove the chain tensioner (RH).
NOTE: When removing chain tensioner (RH), hold the plunger by hand so that it does not come flying out.

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Remove the chain guide (RH: between cams).

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Remove the chain tensioner lever (RH).

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Remove the chain guide (RH).

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Remove the timing chain (RH).
Remove the chain tensioner (LH).
NOTE: When removing chain tensioner (LH), hold the plunger by hand so that it does not come flying out.

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Remove the chain guide (LH: between cams).

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Remove the chain tensioner lever (LH).

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Remove the chain guide (LH).

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Remove the timing chain (LH).
Remove the chain tensioner (main).
NOTE: When removing chain tensioner (main), hold the plunger by hand so that it does not come flying out.

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Remove the chain guide (main).

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Remove the chain tensioner lever (main).

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Use the ST to lock the idler sprocket, and loosen the idler sprocket bolt.
ST1 18355AA000 PULLEY WRENCH

ST2 18334AA000 PULLEY WRENCH PIN SET
Remove the idler sprocket bolts, and remove the idler sprocket and timing chain (main).

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