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Timing Chain Tensioner: Service and Repair



REMOVING AND INSTALLING CHAIN TENSIONER

Removing

Remove hollow screws from cylinder head and chain tensioner and remove complete with oil line and seals.

Note: Chain-tensioner plunger is spring-loaded. When removing, compress plunger and hold in this position with suitable retainer (improvised tool).

Installing

1. Chain tensioner can be installed without removal of retaining clamp.





2. The retaining clamp for the chain-tensioner plunger must be removed once the chain tensioner is installed.

3. When installing the oil delivery line, install a sealing ring at both ends of the two hollow bolts. The check valve is in the chain tensioner housing. Tightening torque of hollow bolts: 10 Nm (7 ftlb)