Cavalier L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (1997)
17. Remove J 36008-A from the camshaft sprockets. See Figure 6.
Notice:
The timing chain on the LD9 (VIN T) Twin Cam Engine is not to be replaced with the timing chain from any other model year. The timing
sprockets are different on the Twin Cam engine and the shape of the links matches the sprockets. Engine damage may result if the wrong timing
chain is used. The timing chain and the crankshaft sprocket must be marked so that they are reinstalled with the same side facing out at the time of
reassembly.
18. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise two full rotations. Align the crankshaft keyway with the mark on the cylinder block and reinstall the J 36008-A
Camshaft Sprocket Alignment Pins. The alignment pins will slide in easily if the engine is timed correctly.
19. Install the timing chain guides. See Figure 6.
Removal
Important:
Read the entire procedure before removing the timing chain.
1.
Mark the timing chain and the crankshaft sprocket outer surfaces for reassembly. Ensure that this is done in order to prevent noise and increased
wear on the chain.
2.
Remove the timing chain guides. See Figure 1.
3.
Remove the timing chain tensioner block and tensioner.
