Cam Chain Removal

Cam Chain Removal

NOTE: Keep the cam chain away from magnetic fields.

1. Remove the front wheels.
2. Remove the splash shield and the engine undercover.
3. Remove the drive belt.
4. Turn the crankshaft pulley so its top dead center (TDC) mark (A) lines up with the pointer (B).





5. Remove the water pump pulley.
6. Remove the cylinder head cover.
7. Remove the crankshaft pulley.
8. Remove the oil pan.
9. Support the engine with a jack and a wood block under the engine block.
10. Remove the ground cable; (A), then remove the side engine mount bracket (B).





11. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor connector (A), then remove the dipstick tube mounting bolt (B) and the harness clamps (C).





12. Remove the chain case (A), then remove the pulse plate (B).





13. Measure the cam chain separation. If the distance is less than the service limit, replace the cam chain and the cam chain tensioner.





14. Apply new engine oil to the sliding surface of the cam chain tensioner slider (A).





15. Hold the cam chain tensioner slider with a screwdriver, then remove the bolt (B), and loosen the bolt (C).
16. Remove the cam chain tensioner slider.





17. Remove the cam chain tensioner (A) and the cam chain guide (B).





18. Remove the cam chain.