Concorde V6-2.7L VIN R (1998)
3. When the camshaft chain tensioner is removed, it is necessary to compress and lock the tensioner using the following procedures:
Figure 37-Camshaft (Secondary) Chain Tensioner
Early Build
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Separate the tensioner cylinder from tensioner housing.
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Carefully drain oil from housing using care not to remove the internal tensioner components.
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Assemble plunger to housing.
Figure 38-Locking Camshaft (Secondary) Chain Tensioner-Early Build
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Using hand pressure, compress tensioner and lock using a fabricated lock pin or the equivalent.