Removal [08/2015 - ]: Procedure

Refer to REMOVAL [08/2015 - ] 

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 11 [08/2015 - 10/2016] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 11 [10/2016 - 09/2020] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 11 [09/2020 - ]

1. Turn the crankshaft pulley assembly clockwise until its timing mark (cutout) is aligned with the timing mark "0" on the timing chain cover assembly as shown in the illustration.

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   *a	Timing Mark "0"
   *b	Timing Mark (Cutout)

2. Check that the cutout of the camshaft timing gear assembly is at the top.

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   *a	Correct
   *b	Incorrect
   *c	Cutout
   *d	Up

   HINT: 

   If the cutout of the camshaft timing gear assembly is not at the top, turn the crankshaft 360° clockwise and align the timing mark (cutout) of the crankshaft pulley with the timing mark "0" on the timing chain cover assembly again.

1. While holding the crankshaft pulley, remove the camshaft timing gear bolt.

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   NOTE:

   • If the camshaft timing gear bolt has been struck or dropped, replace it.
   • Do not turn the crankshaft pulley after removing the camshaft timing gear bolt.